English Instructor; Durational

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 Platt Technical High School!

At the State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) we are recruiting for a Durational English Instructor to join our team at Platt Technical High School in Milford, CT with a position end date of February 25th, 2027.

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.

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.

• Durational Position:
  Ends February 25, 2027
• Schedule:
  
  first shift, full time (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday.
• Location:
  
  Platt Technical High School, in Milford, 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

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!

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…