THS Chemistry Science Instructor; Endorsement

Are you an experienced science professional/educator who is passionate for educating the 'future of the field' and looking to transform the lives of CT's youth population? If so, we could have just the opportunity you've been looking for!

The State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is recruiting a THS Science Instructor (Chemistry) to join our team at Ella T. Grasso Technical High School located in Groton, CT.

To be considered for this position, Science Instructors must posses an active State of Connecticut teaching certificate in one of the following areas:

• 031 Chemistry, 4–12 or qualify for a Durational Shortage Area Permit (DSAP)
• OR be Eligible for a State of Connecticut teaching certificate in subject area (includes ARC candidates).

Through exemplary trade and academic programming, CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut. We invite you to explore our CTECS Instructor Information webpage for more information.

• SCHEDULE:
  
  first shift, full time (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday.
• LOCATION:
  
  Ella T. Grasso Technical High School(Groton, CT)
• SALARY: VS01-VS02, derived from the State Vocational Federation of Teachers.
• ACADEMIC CALENDAR: CTECS follows a ten-month academic calendar (188 days per year.)

• 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 Math content and pedagogy of high school Mathematics 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

• 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

• 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 meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
• Utilize assessments on an on-going basis to design clear and specific learning tasks
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness

• Reflect on teaching practices
• Maintain accurate records
• Maintain effective and on-going communication with students and their families
• Participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate educating students
• Participate in professional communities
• Demonstrate growth in professional craft
• Demonstrate professionalism; adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
• Implement the CTECS Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives
• Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
• Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, student, and operational concerns of the district
• Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and authorities

We take part in a competitive benefits plan which includes:

• Option to maintain State of…