Special Education Department Head (Durational) Department Head #260806-9190VS-001

Introduction

Introduction


Are you an experienced
special education
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 an anticipated vacancy for a Special Education Department Head (Durational) to join our team at Harvard H. Ellis Technical High School located in Killingly, CT.

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

• 092 Intermediate Administration or Supervision or 105 Department Chairperson AND Special Education (Instructor) Qualifications
• 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.

Position Highlights

• Schedule:
  
  first shift, (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday.
• Location:
  
  Harvard H. Ellis Technical High School
• Salary: VS01-VS02, derived from the State Vocational Federation of Teachers .
• Durational position:
  November 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027

The Role
The Special Education Department Head is a teacher and instructional leader that promotes student achievement for identified students, facilitates the operation of the department, and regulates compliance with state and federal regulations. The Special Education Department Head is responsible for developing a shared understanding of purposeful planning and progress monitoring as key components for special education students to effectively access curriculum, meet trade and academic competencies, and master the goals and objectives in their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

The Education Department Head plans and conducts regularly scheduled department meetings to determine department goals, facilitate department tasks, communicates administrative decisions, and collect department feedback and input.

Benefits And Balance At The State Of Connecticut
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
• Career Growth within our System

Visit the CTECS Employee Benefits page to learn more!

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!

About Us
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 airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners.

Selection Plan

Important Information For This Recruitment

• Please include any related endorsements and/or certification and licensure credential details within your application.
• Be sure to select all locations you are interested in and commutable to.

Please note that CTECS takes part in the E-Verify system, which is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States.

Before You Apply

• Educational Credits:
  List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is…