Science Instructor Office​/On-site VS

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Science Teacher to join Ella T. Grasso Technical High School in Groton, CT, as part of the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS). The Science Instructor will develop and deliver engaging, rigorous science lessons, support diverse learners, and collaborate with school staff to meet individual student needs.

• 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.
  • Have knowledge of Science content and pedagogy in high‑school Science 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.
  • Use varied instructional practices and resources.
  • Effectively design instructional learning opportunities.
  • Effectively design assessments.
• 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.
• Instruction
  • Effectively communicate with students.
  • Use inquiry, 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 ongoing basis to design clear and specific learning tasks.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness.
• Professional Responsibilities
  • Reflect on teaching practices.
  • Maintain accurate records.
  • Maintain effective and ongoing communication with students and their families.
  • Participate in building and district‑level professional development and collaboration, including working with various committees and departments.
  • 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.

• Well versed in high‑school science curricula.
• Professional experience related to teaching Science.
• Experience with varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning.
• Experience with fostering and facilitating learning, classroom management, and behavior intervention plans.
• Experience delivering ideas and objectives through oral and written communication.
• Experience utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Office and Google products.
• Must possess a valid Connecticut teaching certificate with a secondary school endorsement at time of appointment.

• Teacher retirement plan or enrollment in the State Employee Retirement System.
• Medical and dental plans.
• Sick and personal leave.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness after ten years of service.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for extra income.
• Professional development support.
• Career growth within the system.

• 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.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.