THS Instructor; Professional); Office​/On-site

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!

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

A CTECS Special Education Instructor is responsible for the education of students with and without disabilities and the case management of students with disabilities by employing a variety of teaching practices that reflect high learning expectations and current pedagogy of teaching and learning methods, differentiated instructional strategies, and assistive technology in all discipline areas including, but not limited to the following: making accommodations and/or modifications to the curriculum and working collaboratively with content area teachers to ensure equity to all students, fostering a gradual release of responsibility, fostering student discourse, encouraging and supporting self-advocacy, designing and assessing transition needs, engaging in parent and community outreach, consultation, and collaboration, creation of a student centered classroom environment that is conducive to learning, being knowledgeable in administering a variety of assessment batteries, and participation in professional learning.

As a Special Education Instructor, you will be responsible for the following:

• Case manage assigned students and oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of their IEPs.
• Plan and deliver instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics using appropriate accommodations and modifications aligned to IEP goals.
• Collaborate with academic and trade instructors to co‑plan lessons that support differentiated instruction for all learners.
• Maintain accurate and compliant special education records in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements.
• Facilitate PPT meetings and prepare documentation demonstrating student progress and needs.
• Design, administer, and report triennial evaluations using multiple assessment methods.
• Support behavioral programming by contributing data for Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
• Create a structured, positive classroom environment that promotes appropriate behavior, safety, and workforce readiness.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction, materials, and assessments to meet diverse learning needs.
• Maintain professional responsibilities, including family communication, collaboration with staff, adherence to Connecticut professional standards, and mandated reporting obligations.

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

In the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System, this class is accountable for educating students in academic and trade coursework.

• Experience in a high school setting (9-12 education).
• Trade career referral experience.
• Professional experience related to providing services, accommodation’s,…