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Teacher - Summer Academy K-4 (2024-2025 Summer)

JobID: 9453

Position Type:
Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor

Date Posted:
1/30/2025

Location:
Summer School Session (Districtwide)

Date Available:
JUNE/2025

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2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
TEACHER
SUMMER ACADEMY K-4

Job Summary:
The K-4 Summer Academy teacher provides literacy support for district-wide K-4 students in the form of whole group/small group reading instruction and interventions through a content-rich theme with a science focus.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach research-based literacy classroom instruction and interventions as designed for the K-4 Summer Reading Academy Program.
Administer progress monitoring assessments, analyze results and modify instruction based on this data.
Provide coaching and support for classroom instructional assistant as designed for the K-4 Summer Reading Academy Program.
Participate fully in all K-4 Summer Reading Academy meetings and trainings as required for program implementation.
Maintain attendance, outcome data and all data that provide evidence of successful implementation of the K-5 Summer Academy Program.
Prepare reports as required for schools, parents and the curriculum office.

Required Qualifications:

Valid Connecticut teaching certification.
Advanced degree and/or comparable expertise in literacy instruction with an in-depth knowledge of language and reading development.
Preferably, previous teaching experience working in Norwalk’s Summer Academies.
Demonstrated experience with implementing progress monitoring measures.
Demonstrated expertise in delivery and successful implementation of reading programs.
Proven experience in working with teams of educational professionals in collaborative settings.
In-depth knowledge of best practices in curriculum, instruction and assessment development aligned to the CCSS.
Outstanding interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills in working with young children and their families.
Sensitivity, understanding and appreciation for the needs and strengths of a diverse school district and community.
Ability to commit to teaching all 5 weeks/20 days of Summer Academy.

Current Norwalk employees should apply through the internal applicant application that was provided to building leaders.
External applicants should apply online through Applitrack and fill out the entire application for employment.

Salary: In accordance with the NFT contract

8:00 am-12:00 pm or 9:00 am-1:00 pm depending on school’s summer schedule (TBD)

Training/Prep Days: (10 hours)
Position ends: August, 2025

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NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.

01.30.2025

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Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor

Paraeducator - Special Education - Group 1 (2024-2025 Summer)

JobID: 9455

Position Type:
Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor/Afterschool/Summer School

Date Posted:
1/30/2025

Location:
Summer School Session (Districtwide)

Date Available:
June/2025

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2025 SUMMER - EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR
DISTRICTWIDE

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the direct supervision of a special education, the paraeducator supports students to participate in their educational program.

Essential Functions

All Paraeducators

Assist in the implementation of the Norwalk Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives
Follow Norwalk school policy to ensure student safety
Follow teacher’s oral or written directions with accuracy
Assist the teacher with the implementation of classroom instructional goals and Section 504 plans
Assist students with classwork individually or in small groups
Assist the teacher in maintaining student records of attendance
Assist the teacher with documentation of student progress
Assist the teacher with the preparation and distribution of lesson plan materials
Encourage students to interact appropriately with peers
Assist students during recess, breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, on school buses and field trips
Assist and support students to use computers, iPads or other media to access curriculum
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information

Special Education Paraeducators

Perform all responsibilities listed above for all paraeducators and
Follow teacher’s oral or written directions to assist in the implementation of Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals
Assist the teacher with the implementation of a toilet schedule and program, and/or feeding program
Provide escort and mobility assistance to students
Assist and support students during community-based activities including, but not limited to job coach activities
Assist and support students to develop independent living skills including hygiene, transportation, self-management, food preparation and/or feeding
Implement behavioral programs developed by teacher
Data collection of student learning activity as developed by the teacher
Provide teacher information for progress monitoring and/or daily reports for the teacher to share with parents

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to record data with accuracy
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to implement teacher directives related to instructional and behavioral goals effectively
Organizational and problem solving skills

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, parents, and visitors
Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
Maintain a level of approachability by administration, staff, parents, and visitors
Respond to questions and requests in a timely and appropriate manner
Attend meetings and professional development activities as recommended by teacher, supervisor, Principal or ELL Instructional Specialist
Perform other related duties as assigned by teacher, Principal, Special Education Supervisor or ELL Instructional Specialist

Qualifications/Certificates

High School diploma or equivalency and ParaPro Certificate
Bachelor’s Degree, Preferred
Associate’s Degree in education or related field or ParaPro Certificate or two (2) years of college required
Two (2) years of experience working with children or young adults in a school setting, preferred
For Special Education Paraeducators—specific experience working with students with high management needs is preferred
May require fluency in Spanish
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Salary: In accordance with collective bargaining agreement
Group: One
Bargaining Unit: NFEP

Apply at
www.norwalkps.org/applynow
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NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.

01.30.2025

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Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor

Paraeducator - Group 1 (2024-2025 Summer)

JobID: 9456

Position Type:
Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor/Afterschool/Summer School

Date Posted:
1/30/2025

Location:
Summer School Session (Districtwide)

Date Available:
June/2025

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2025 SUMMER - EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR
PARAEDUCATOR
DISTRICTWIDE

Assist in the implementation of the Norwalk Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives
Follow Norwalk school policy to ensure student safety
Follow teacher’s oral or written directions with accuracy
Assist the teacher with the implementation of classroom instructional goals and Section 504 plans
Assist students with classwork individually or in small groups
Assist the teacher in maintaining student records of attendance
Assist the teacher with documentation of student progress
Assist the teacher with the preparation and distribution of lesson plan materials
Encourage students to interact appropriately with peers
Assist students during recess, breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, on school buses and field trips
Assist and support students to use computers, iPads or other media to access curriculum
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to record data with accuracy
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to implement teacher directives related to instructional and behavioral goals effectively
Organizational and problem solving skills

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, parents, and visitors
Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
Maintain a level of approachability by administration, staff, parents, and visitors
Respond to questions and requests in a timely and appropriate manner
Attend meetings and professional development activities as recommended by teacher, supervisor, Principal or ELL Instructional Specialist
Perform other related duties as assigned by teacher, Principal, Special Education Supervisor or ELL Instructional Specialist

Qualifications/Certificates

High School diploma or equivalency and ParaPro Certificate
Bachelor’s Degree, Preferred
Associate’s Degree in education or related field or ParaPro Certificate or two (2) years of college required
Two (2) years of experience working with children or young adults in a school setting, preferred
For Special Education Paraeducators—specific experience working with students with high management needs is preferred
May require fluency in Spanish
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Salary: In accordance with collective bargaining agreement
Group: One
Bargaining Unit: NFEP

Apply at
www.norwalkps.org/applynow
Click “Employment”

NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.

01.30.2025

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Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor

Teacher - Special Education (2024-2025 Summer)

JobID: 9457

Position Type:
Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor/Afterschool/Summer School

Date Posted:
1/29/2025

Location:
Summer School Session (Districtwide)

Date Available:
June/2025

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2025 SUMMER - EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
DISTRICTWIDE

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Special Education Teacher will provide IEP mandated instruction to students in a highly structured and supported classroom environment. IEP goals will be implemented in an environment with data collection serving as a basis for instruction. The Special Education Teacher must have the ability to develop and implement instructional and behavioral management strategies for special needs students. The teacher must also have the ability to teach several academic areas, an understanding of development and implementation of individualized education plans, an ability to administer and interpret a variety of academic and related assessment instruments pertaining to special education. Communication with other colleagues from various disciplines and with parents are essential to student success. Applicants for the position of special education shall be considered on the basis of qualifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Follows the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education
Manages the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
Maintains accurate and complete records as required
Conducts parent/teacher conferences
Assesses student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed
Keeps parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
Designs instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
Plans individual and group instruction to foster academic, social and emotional growth
Designs clear and specific learning assessments
Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
Maintains a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
Maintains ongoing communication with parents
Prepares student education plans in consultation with parents and IEP team members
Designs instruction, both individual and small group, which parallels the general education curriculum
Acts as coordinator of IEP implementation with general education staff
Monitors student progress, participates in review and revision of IEP, as appropriate.
Facilitates the independence of the student as learner
Assists other professional staff in diagnosis of learning disorders, development of planned remediation and evaluation of student progress
Maintains appropriate student data and other records and submit reports as required by State and Federal law
Demonstrates ability to teach several academic areas
Demonstrates knowledge of the subject(s) to be taught
Demonstrates knowledge of human growth/development as related to the teaching-learning process
Demonstrates knowledge of special education regulations and guidelines
Assists in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
Establishes and maintains professional relationships
Participates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

Public school experience with students displaying social/emotional/behavioral needs
Experience in behavior management (development and program implementation)
Collaborative working style
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to work effectively with others
Organizational and problem solving skills

QUALIFICATIONS

Current special education (165) Connecticut teaching certificate required
IEP data collection knowledge
Working knowledge of IEP Direct
Elementary school special education experience preferred
Current Physical Management Training (PMT) or Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training
Fluency in Spanish is an asset

Salary: In accordance with the NFT contract

8:00 am-12:00 pm or 9:00 am-1:00 pm depending on school’s summer schedule (TBD)
4 hours per day plus an additional 90 minutes weekly data team meeting before/after school

Training/Prep Days: (14 hours)
Position ends: August, 2024

Apply at
www.norwalkps.org /applynow
Click "Employment"

NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.

02.03.2025

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Registered Behavior Technician - RBT (2024-2025 Summer)

JobID: 9458

Position Type:
Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor/Afterschool/Summer School

Date Posted:
1/30/2025

Location:
Summer School Session (Districtwide)

Date Available:
June/2025

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EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR 2024-2025 (SUMMER)
RBT (Registered Behavior Technician)
DISTRICTWIDE

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the special education teacher and clinical supervision of the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), the RBT Paraeducator works with students individually or in a small group to implement individually designed interventions and behavior protocols to assist students to master Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist in the implementation of the Norwalk Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives
Follow Norwalk school policy to ensure student safety
Follow Department of Specialized Learning's oral or written directions to assist in the implementation of IEP goals
Applies ABA principles consistently in interactions with students
Assist students with disabilities to participate in general education and/or special education classrooms
May assist in providing interventions, across settings, school, community, home, vocationally-related job site, etc. as written in student's IEP
Collect and record data as per the schedule of the student's Behavior intervention plan, IEP or independence plan for the specific student(s)
Enter data into electronic data collection system required by the Department of Specialized Learning
Assist in review data for progress monitoring and assist with reporting trends to Department of Specialized Learning
Assist in review and share data reports and student progress monitoring data for instruction and behavior in a format provided by the Department of Specialized Learning
Implement toilet schedules or feeding programs as written in student's IEP
Assist and facilitate student interaction with peers during classroom instruction, recess, co-curricular and non- instructional activities as written in student's IEP
Document the level of prompting to ensure the student's access to curriculum and instruction
Implement the following in consultation with Department of Specialized Learning: discrete trial training, behavioral contracts, plans for generalization, response cost procedures, select reinforcers, use of contingent or non-contingent breaks, design token economy and point systems, use planned ignoring or extinction tactics, use systematic attention and approval tactics, provide opportunities for practice of social skill individually and with typical peer models, use positive practice and self-correction tactics, provide opportunities to maintain self- directed behavior, use and selects prompt levels, use group contingencies, implement plans to decrease externalizing, self-injurious, stereotypy or escape behaviors
Record student progress using observational data collection and standardized assessments under the direction of the Department of Specialized Learning with training provided by department
May participate in related service sessions to assist in the generalization of the skills throughout the school day as written in student's IEP or at the direction of the special education supervisor
May implement the student(s) Behavior intervention plan, IEP or independence plan across settings including during recess, breaks, emergency drills, assemblies, on school buses or public transportation for field trips by facilitating and encouraging interaction with peers as written in student's IEP
May participate in Planning and Placement Team meetings as requested by the team or parent
Assist and support students to use computers, iPads or other media to access curriculum
Assist and support students to develop independent living skills including hygiene, transportation, self- management, food preparation and/or feeding
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information and report any concerns or requests directly to the Department of Specialized Learning and/or Principal

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills and ability to follow directions with accuracy
Ability to enter and record data with accuracy on the format prescribed by the district
Ability to review data trends
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to implement behavior intervention plans, independence plans and discrete trial training with fidelity
Organizational and problem solving skills

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree (preferred) or
Associates Degree (60 college credits), or
High School Diploma (or equivalent) and successful completion of Para-Pro.
Two (2) plus years successful experience under the direct documented clinical supervision of a BCBA and has completed Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification under the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
Specific experience working with students with high management needs
Participate in required crisis prevention strategies and restraint procedures training arranged and provided by the School District
Willingness to participate in District offered professional development, continuing education and/or training
Background check and current fingerprinting

Days: Monday – Friday
Salary: In accordance with the collective bargaining agreement
Group: Two
Bargaining Unit: NFEP
Work Year: July-August
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Apply at
www.norwalkps.org/applynow
Click "Employment"

NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.

01.30.2025

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Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor

Student Counselor Summer Camps (Summer 2025)

JobID: 9437

Position Type:
Afterschool/Summer School/Tutor/Afterschool/Summer School

Date Posted:
1/14/2025

Location:
Various Locations

Date Available:
June/2025

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