<p>Job Description:</p> <p>Full-Time Family Consumer Science Teacher Grades 5-8</p> <p>Qualified Candidate must hold CT Certification 045</p> <p>Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School is seeking a passionate and qualified Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Teacher to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will inspire students to explore life skills such as nutrition, personal finance, child development, interior design, and career readiness.</p> <p>Salary: Salary, work year and working conditions will be in accordance with the current contract between the Board of Education and the Canterbury Educators Association. https://www.canterburypublicschools.org/district/human-resources/</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Develop and deliver engaging, standards-based lessons in areas such as culinary arts, textiles, financial literacy, and family relationships </li><li>Create a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment </li><li>Assess student progress and maintain accurate records </li><li>Collaborate with colleagues to support cross-curricular learning </li><li>Participate in school events, parent-teacher conferences, and professional development </li><li>Ensure classroom safety and manage equipment/supplies as needed </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Sciences Education or a related field </li><li>Valid teaching license/certification in Family and Consumer Sciences </li><li>Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills </li></ul> <p>Interested candidates should send the following:</p> <ul> <li>Completed application (Please find a copy on our website at:https://www.canterburypublicschools.org/district/human-resources/ </li><li>Letter of Interest </li><li>Resume </li><li>Copy of applicable certification(s) </li><li>3 current letters of recommendation </li><li>Transcripts </li></ul> <p>All completed documentation should be sent to:</p> <p>Dr. Christopher Bitgood, Superintendent of Schools</p> <p>Canterbury Public Schools</p> <p>45 Westminster Road</p> <p>Canterbury, CT 06331</p> <p>Email applications will also be accepted, provided all documents are scanned and included in the email. Email address for submission is dhorn@canterburypublicschools.org</p> <p>Closes: Open until filled</p> <p>EOE</p>