English Instructor

Introduction

Are you an experienced English Teacher looking to bring your passion to the State of Connecticut and continue to transform the lives of Connecticut youth? If so, please consider joining our team at Emmett O’Brien Technical High School! At the State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) we are recruiting for an English Instructor to join our team at Emmett O’Brien Technical High School in Ansonia, CT.

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic English Instructor who is committed to fostering a rigorous, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all students. The ideal candidate brings strong content knowledge in high school English curricula along with a thoughtful, student-centered approach to planning, instruction, and assessment. This role requires intentional lesson design that meets diverse learning needs through differentiation, collaboration with support staff, and adherence to individualized education plans.

The English Instructor will cultivate a classroom culture grounded in mutual respect, intellectual curiosity, and high expectations, while effectively managing procedures and student behavior to maximize learning opportunities. Through clear communication, purposeful questioning, and responsive instruction, the successful candidate will actively engage students in meaningful learning experiences aligned with established curriculum standards. In addition to classroom responsibilities, this position calls for a reflective practitioner who values ongoing professional growth, maintains strong communication with students and families, and contributes positively to the broader school community.

Upholding professionalism, ethical standards, and district policies, the English Instructor will play a vital role in supporting student success and maintaining a safe, respectful, and academically focused environment. To be considered for this position, English instructors must possess an active State of Connecticut teaching certificate in one of the following areas: 015 English, 4–12.

• Schedule:
  
  first shift, full time (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday.
• Location:
  
  Emmett O’Brien Technical High School, in Bridgeport, CT.
• Salary: VS02, derived from the State Vocational Federation of Teachers.
• Academic Calendar: CTECS follows a ten-month academic calendar (188 days per year).

• Option to maintain State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System.
• A variety of medical and dental plans.
• Sick and personal leave.
• The State of CT is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Extra Income Opportunities.
• Professional Development.
• Career Growth within our System.

• Responsibility Area #1:
  Planning and Preparation
  • Engage in intentional planning to prepare lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, use appropriate techniques, and serve the needs of all learners in the classroom through differentiation.
  • Knowledge of English content and pedagogy of all high school English curricula.
  • Understand the varied needs of each student.
  • Work collaboratively with guidance personnel and other support service educators to assist students with special programming; ensure IEP and 504 accommodations/modifications are implemented.
  • Set instructional goals and outcomes.
  • Knowledge and use of varied instructional practices and resources.
  • Effectively design instructional learning opportunities.
  • Effectively design assessments.
• Responsibility Area #2:
  Classroom Environment
  • Develop mutual respect and rapport with students.
  • Establish a culture for learning.
  • Manage classroom procedures.
  • Positively manage student behavior.
  • Organize physical space to maximize learning opportunities.
• Responsibility Area #3:
  Instruction
  • Effectively communicate with students.
  • Effectively use questioning and discussion techniques.
  • Keep students intellectually engaged.
  • Follow the scope and sequence of the approved CTECS instructional program and curriculum.
  • Design instruction to…