THS Art Instructor (Professional - Endorsement 042) (35 Hours Weekly | 10 Month School Year

Introduction

Ready to spark creativity that lasts a lifetime? Become an Art Instructor and empower students to explore, experiment, and express themselves like never before!

Join our team of innovative high school instructors and make an impact with the next generation of professionals right here in CT!

The Connecticut Technical Eduaction and Career System (CTECS) is hiring for an Art Instructor (THS Instructor - Professional) to join our professional education team at AI Prince Technical High School.

To be considered for this position, Art Instructors must hold a 042 Art, PK-12 endorsement. You may verify your credentials are up-to-date here.

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:
  
  AI Prince Technical High School (Hartford, CT)
• SALARY: VS02 starting salary, derived from the State Vocational Federation of Teachers.
• ACADEMIC CALENDAR: CTECS follows a ten-month academic calendar (188 days per year.)

More details about this role can be found under the 'Examples of Duties' section as well as the class specification.

We take part in a competitive benefits plan which includes:

• 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 Services Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.

As a CTECS employee, you may also benefit from:

• Tuition Reimbursement;
• Extra Income Opportunities;
• Professional Development; and,
• Career Growth within our System.

In addition, the State puts an emphasis on:

• Providing limitless opportunities;
• Hiring for diverse and fresh perspectives;
• Performing meaningful work and;
• Encouraging a healthy work/life balance!

For over 100 years, CTECS has been the leading force in Career Technical Education (CTE) in the State of Connecticut. CTECS operates 17 diploma-granting technical high schools, one technical education center and two aviation maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners.

Our Mission:
Through exemplary trade and academic programming, CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut. Become inspired to join our educational workforce!

START WITH US. STAY WITH US. GROW WITH US.

Possible career pathways for Art Instructors may include:
Department Head, Consulting, or Administration opportunities. CTECS employees may also transfer to other schools to gain a vast skillset working with different student and professional populations.

• 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 Art media and content and pedagogy of all high school Art 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 creatively and intellectually…