THS Science Instructor; Professional

Are you an experienced professional 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 Science Instructor to join our team at Oliver Wolcott Technical High School in Torrington, CT.

• Schedule:
  
  first shift, full time (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday (7 hours a day)
• Locations:
  Oliver Wolcott Technical High School in Torrington
• Salary: VS01-VS02, derived from the State Vocational Federation of Teachers.
• Academic Calendar: CTECS follows a ten-month academic calendar (188 days per year.)

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

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 centre and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programmes. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners.

• Responsibility Area #1:
  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 Knowledge of Science content and pedagogy in content‑specific 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 Knowledge and use of varied instructional practices and resources Effectively design instructional learning opportunities Effectively design assessments
• Responsibility Area #2:
  Classroom Environment Develop mutual respect and rapport with students Establish a culture for learning Manage classroom procedures Positively manage student behaviour Organise physical space to maximise learning opportunities
• Responsibility Area #3:
  Instruction Effectively communicate with students Effectively use inquiry, questioning, and discussion techniques Keep students intellectually engaged Follow the scope and sequence of the approved CTECS instructional programme and curriculum Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed Utilise assessments on an on‑going basis to design clear and specific learning tasks Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
• Responsibility Area #4:
  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. This will include working…