<p>Job Description:</p> <p>1st Grade Teacher, One Year Position</p> <p>Integrated Day Charter School, Norwich, CT</p> <p>Innovate, Inspire, Educate at IDCS</p> <p>Since 1997, Integrated Day Charter School (IDCS) has been redefining education as a public, independent charter school. We offer a dynamic learning environment that meets each child's unique needs, emphasizing safety, flexibility, and academic rigor.</p> <p>Our commitment to the Responsive Classroom approach ensures that students develop essential social-emotional skills alongside academic excellence. With a curriculum that integrates research, critical thinking, and the arts, we prepare students to navigate and contribute positively to the world around them.</p> <p>Join a team where innovation meets purpose, and every educator plays a pivotal role in shaping future leaders.</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelors or Masters Degree </li><li>One of the following certifications are required. </li><li>(001, 002, 005) CT Elementary Certification </li></ul> <p>Pay: $56,100-$97,700 per IDCS Teacher's Contract</p> <p>Starting Date: August 24, 2026</p> <p>Reports to: Director & Assistant Director</p> <p>Position Expectations:</p> <ul> <li>Foster social responsibility among students based on Responsive Classroom philosophy. </li><li>Provide appropriate instruction in a multi-age classroom. </li><li>Individualize instruction in an integrative student-centered manner to meet the needs of the students as well as honor various learning styles. </li><li>Use data to make instructional decisions. </li><li>Involve students in the research process as set forth by the IDCS </li><li>Maintain family - school communication and family involvement on an ongoing basis. </li><li>Collaborate with colleagues to improve learning for all students. </li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned by the Director and/or Assistant Direction. </li></ul> <p>Date of closure: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.</p> <p>Applications are available at https://www.idcs.org/apps/jobs/. Submit completed application, 3 letters of reference, university transcripts, and evidence of certification to Debby Allard, Director (deba@idcs.org).</p>