Positions Available as of 09/15/2026
Academic Positions
Posting Closes September 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
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Posting Closes September 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
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Posting Closes September 17, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Please click the link below to view the job description and apply on CT JobAps:
Posting Closes September 17, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Please click the link below to view the job description and apply on CT JobAps:
General description of the position:
A CTECS Math instructor is responsible for educating students with teaching practices that reflect high expectations and current pedagogy of teaching and learning methods, strategies, and technologies in Mathematics e.g., student-centered, gradual release of responsibility, differentiation, student discourse, and blended-learning; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; participate in professional learning.
Qualifications required, (e.g., education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training):
- State of Connecticut teaching certificate
- Active State of Connecticut teaching certificate (#029 Mathematics 7-12).
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university or college.
- Well versed in all high school math curricula.
- Professional experiences related to the field of teaching Mathematics.
- 21st century standards-based lesson planning aligned to the CT Core Standards in Mathematics.
- Experience with varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning.
- Ability to foster and facilitate learning and classroom management.
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Effective, active listening skills.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others.
- Organizational and problem solving skills.
- Excellent public relations skills.
- Entry-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
- Preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate varied methods of lesson delivery, assessing student knowledge, and the use of educational technology. This may include involvement in student/community activities.
Supervisor: School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hours/Time Requirements: 188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review SVFT bargaining unit contract for more information.
Working Conditions:
- Interaction among adolescents and colleagues
- Repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writing
- Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, read, hear, see, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb, and stoop
- Frequent interruption of duties by staff, students, visitors and/or telephone
- Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and/or pulling various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 20 pounds
Essential duties and responsibilities. Functions that the employee must be able to perform. Mental and/or physical requirements should be described and where applicable, quantified:
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 Math content and pedagogy of high school Mathematics 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 behavior
- Organize physical space to maximize learning opportunities
Responsibility Area #3: Instruction
- Effectively communicate with students
- Effectively use questioning and discussion techniques
- Keep students intellectually engaged
- Follow the scope and sequence of the approved CTECS instructional program and curriculum
- Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
- Utilize 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 on-going communication with students and their families
- Participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate educating students
- Participate in professional communities
- Demonstrate growth in professional craft
- Demonstrate professionalism; adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
- Implement the CTECS Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives
- Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
- Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, student, and operational concerns of the district
- Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and authorities
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 15, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
General description of the position:
A CTECS Math instructor is responsible for educating students with teaching practices that reflect high expectations and current pedagogy of teaching and learning methods, strategies, and technologies in Mathematics e.g., student-centered, gradual release of responsibility, differentiation, student discourse, and blended-learning; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; participate in professional learning.
Qualifications required, (e.g., education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training):
- State of Connecticut teaching certificate
- Active State of Connecticut teaching certificate (#029 Mathematics 7-12).
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university or college.
- Well versed in all high school math curricula.
- Professional experiences related to the field of teaching Mathematics.
- 21st century standards-based lesson planning aligned to the CT Core Standards in Mathematics.
- Experience with varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning.
- Ability to foster and facilitate learning and classroom management.
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Effective, active listening skills.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others.
- Organizational and problem solving skills.
- Excellent public relations skills.
- Entry-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
- Preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate varied methods of lesson delivery, assessing student knowledge, and the use of educational technology. This may include involvement in student/community activities.
Supervisor: School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hours/Time Requirements: 188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review SVFT bargaining unit contract for more information.
Working Conditions:
- Interaction among adolescents and colleagues
- Repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writing
- Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, read, hear, see, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb, and stoop
- Frequent interruption of duties by staff, students, visitors and/or telephone
- Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and/or pulling various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 20 pounds
Essential duties and responsibilities. Functions that the employee must be able to perform. Mental and/or physical requirements should be described and where applicable, quantified:
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 Math content and pedagogy of high school Mathematics 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 behavior
- Organize physical space to maximize learning opportunities
Responsibility Area #3: Instruction
- Effectively communicate with students
- Effectively use questioning and discussion techniques
- Keep students intellectually engaged
- Follow the scope and sequence of the approved CTECS instructional program and curriculum
- Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
- Utilize 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 on-going communication with students and their families
- Participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate educating students
- Participate in professional communities
- Demonstrate growth in professional craft
- Demonstrate professionalism; adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
- Implement the CTECS Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives
- Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
- Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, student, and operational concerns of the district
- Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and authorities
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 15, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
General description of the position:
A CTECS SAIL instructor is an important member of the teaching team who provides vital and meaningful interventions and enrichment for at-risk students. There is a critical need for dedicated SAIL instructors who want to have a positive and long-term impact on student growth and development. This position is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in students’ lives. SAIL instructors are expected to demonstrate skills in classroom management experience, differentiated learning strategies, problem solving skills and/or coaching experience. They are certified teachers who supervise students who are removed from class or assigned in-school suspension by administration. The SAIL instructor serves as the main point of contact in reaching out to classroom instructors and coordinating work for students. They often provide 1 to 1 help and mentoring. SAIL instructors also develop restorative practices and reflective lessons such as lessons on making good choices, anti-vape, teaching tolerance, and goal setting to name a few.
Qualifications required, (e.g., education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training):
- State of Connecticut teaching certificate
- Any Active State of Connecticut secondary teaching certificate; #068 Guidance Counselor or #071 Social Worker preferred.
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university or college.
- Professional experiences related to the field of teaching at the secondary level.
- 21st century standards-based lesson planning aligned to the CT Core Standards in English Language Arts.
- Experience with varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning.
- Ability to foster and facilitate learning and classroom management.
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Effective, active listening skills.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others.
- Organizational and problem solving skills.
- Excellent public relations skills.
- Entry-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
- Preferred candidates will have experience in teaching or substitute teaching and be able to demonstrate varied methods of lesson delivery, assessing student knowledge, and the use of educational technology. This may include involvement in student/community activities.
Supervisor: School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hours/Time Requirements: 188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review SVFT bargaining unit contract for more information.
Working Conditions:
- Interaction among adolescents and colleagues
- Repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writing
- Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, read, hear, see, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb, and stoop
- Frequent interruption of duties by staff, students, visitors and/or telephone
- Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and/or pulling various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 20 pounds
Essential duties and responsibilities. Functions that the employee must be able to perform. Mental and/or physical requirements should be described and where applicable, quantified:
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 secondary content and pedagogy of high school 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 behavior
- Organize physical space to maximize learning opportunities
Responsibility Area #3: Instruction
- Effectively communicate with students
- Effectively use questioning and discussion techniques
- Keep students intellectually engaged
- Follow the scope and sequence of the approved CTECS instructional program and curriculum
- Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
- Utilize 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 on-going communication with students and their families
- Participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate educating students
- Participate in professional communities
- Demonstrate growth in professional craft
- Demonstrate professionalism; adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
- Implement the CTECS Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives
- Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
- Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, student, and operational concerns of the district
- Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and authorities
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 17, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
General Description of the position:
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.
Qualifications required, (education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training etc…)
- State of Connecticut Teaching Certificate
- Active state of Connecticut Teaching Certificate (#065, #165 or #265)
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university or college.
- Professional experiences related to special education.
- 21st Century standards-based lesson planning aligned to the CT Core Standards.
- Experience with varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning.
- Ability to foster and facilitate learning, classroom management, behavior intervention plans, and transition.
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Effective, active listening skills.
- Excellent public relations skills.
- Entry level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
- Preferred candidates will have experience in teaching or substitute teaching and demonstrate methods of delivering lessons assessing student knowledge and technology use. This may include involvement in community/student activities.
Supervisor: School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hours/Time Requirements:
188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review SVFT bargaining unit contract for more information: http://svft.ct.aft.org/svft-contract
Working Conditions
- Interaction among adolescents and adults
- Repetitive hand motion such as computer keyboard typing, calculator, and writing
- Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, read, hear, speak, reach, stretch with hands or arms, crouch, bend, kneel, climb, and/or stoop.
- Frequent interruption of duties by staff, students, visitors, parents, and/or telephones
- Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and/or pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 20 pounds.
The following essential duties, responsibilities, and functions that the employee must be able to perform including mental and/or physical requirements where applicable are described and quantified below:
Responsibility Area 1: Planning, Preparation, and Case Management
- Case manages students as assigned by building leadership
- Demonstrate skills in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics
- Plan instruction with necessary modifications and/or accommodations to the curriculum with a progress monitoring system to ensure students achieve their IEP goals and objectives.
- Engage in intentional co-planning with academic and trade instructors to prepare lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, utilize appropriate techniques, and serve the needs of all learners in the classroom through differentiation and the use of accommodations and modifications.
- Effectively organize time, space, materials, and equipment for instruction.
- Maintain accurate and up to date special education records as required by district, state, and federal laws.
- Facilitate PPT meetings and be prepared with the required documentation to illustrate student progress.
- Develop and monitor students’ IEPS.
- Design, plan, conduct, and write triennial evaluations for students using various assessment methods.
- Have a strong knowledge base with transitional assessments, planning, and instruction.
- Assist related service providers with necessary data for the collection and implementation of Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
- Encourage and maintain the cooperative involvement and support of parents and the community.
Responsibility Area 2: Classroom Environment
- Manage classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a positive learning environment and prepare students to meet the behavioral expectations necessary to join and maintain employment in the skilled workforce in Connecticut.
- Maintain a positive school community that encourages ethical student behavior.
- Educate and help students to develop positive self-concept and problem-solving skills.
- Follow safety regulations and protocols on school grounds, in the classrooms, and in the shops.
Responsibility Area 3: Instruction
- Effectively implement instructional plans and use appropriate instructional techniques including technology and other methods to actively engage students in the learning process.
- Effectively plan for accommodated and/or modified lessons in both academic and trade courses.
- Effectively and actively co-teach with other instructors in the academic and trade classrooms.
- Effectively communicate with students, families, and co-teachers.
- Effectively design instruction, materials, and assessments which incorporate accommodations and modifications to meet the individual needs of students with and without disabilities in the classroom.
- Effectively monitor and assess instruction, student needs, and progress to make necessary adjustments to meet the needs of students with and without disabilities in the academic and trade classrooms.
- Facilitate the self-advocacy skills and the independence of the student as a learner.
Responsibility Area 4: Professional Responsibilities
- Reflect on teaching practices
- Maintain accurate records
- Maintain effective and ongoing communication with students, families, and other professionals in the school and community.
- Participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration including working with various committees, professional learning communities, and departments to ensure equity for learners with and without disabilities.
- Demonstrate professionalism by adhering to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility.
- Implement the CTECS Board of Education and Administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives.
- Maintain a positive and appropriate school community image that encourages ethical and appropriate student behavior.
- Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, student, and operational concerns of the district.
- Report all cases of suspected child abuse and/or neglect to appropriate school personnel and authorities.
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 17, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
General Description of the position:
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.
Qualifications required, (education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training etc…)
- State of Connecticut Teaching Certificate
- Active state of Connecticut Teaching Certificate (#065, #165 or #265)
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university or college.
- Professional experiences related to special education.
- 21st Century standards-based lesson planning aligned to the CT Core Standards.
- Experience with varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning.
- Ability to foster and facilitate learning, classroom management, behavior intervention plans, and transition.
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Effective, active listening skills.
- Excellent public relations skills.
- Entry level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
- Preferred candidates will have experience in teaching or substitute teaching and demonstrate methods of delivering lessons assessing student knowledge and technology use. This may include involvement in community/student activities.
Supervisor: School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hours/Time Requirements:
188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review SVFT bargaining unit contract for more information: http://svft.ct.aft.org/svft-contract
Working Conditions
- Interaction among adolescents and adults
- Repetitive hand motion such as computer keyboard typing, calculator, and writing
- Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, read, hear, speak, reach, stretch with hands or arms, crouch, bend, kneel, climb, and/or stoop.
- Frequent interruption of duties by staff, students, visitors, parents, and/or telephones
- Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and/or pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 20 pounds.
The following essential duties, responsibilities, and functions that the employee must be able to perform including mental and/or physical requirements where applicable are described and quantified below:
Responsibility Area 1: Planning, Preparation, and Case Management
- Case manages students as assigned by building leadership
- Demonstrate skills in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics
- Plan instruction with necessary modifications and/or accommodations to the curriculum with a progress monitoring system to ensure students achieve their IEP goals and objectives.
- Engage in intentional co-planning with academic and trade instructors to prepare lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, utilize appropriate techniques, and serve the needs of all learners in the classroom through differentiation and the use of accommodations and modifications.
- Effectively organize time, space, materials, and equipment for instruction.
- Maintain accurate and up to date special education records as required by district, state, and federal laws.
- Facilitate PPT meetings and be prepared with the required documentation to illustrate student progress.
- Develop and monitor students’ IEPS.
- Design, plan, conduct, and write triennial evaluations for students using various assessment methods.
- Have a strong knowledge base with transitional assessments, planning, and instruction.
- Assist related service providers with necessary data for the collection and implementation of Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
- Encourage and maintain the cooperative involvement and support of parents and the community.
Responsibility Area 2: Classroom Environment
- Manage classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a positive learning environment and prepare students to meet the behavioral expectations necessary to join and maintain employment in the skilled workforce in Connecticut.
- Maintain a positive school community that encourages ethical student behavior.
- Educate and help students to develop positive self-concept and problem-solving skills.
- Follow safety regulations and protocols on school grounds, in the classrooms, and in the shops.
Responsibility Area 3: Instruction
- Effectively implement instructional plans and use appropriate instructional techniques including technology and other methods to actively engage students in the learning process.
- Effectively plan for accommodated and/or modified lessons in both academic and trade courses.
- Effectively and actively co-teach with other instructors in the academic and trade classrooms.
- Effectively communicate with students, families, and co-teachers.
- Effectively design instruction, materials, and assessments which incorporate accommodations and modifications to meet the individual needs of students with and without disabilities in the classroom.
- Effectively monitor and assess instruction, student needs, and progress to make necessary adjustments to meet the needs of students with and without disabilities in the academic and trade classrooms.
- Facilitate the self-advocacy skills and the independence of the student as a learner.
Responsibility Area 4: Professional Responsibilities
- Reflect on teaching practices
- Maintain accurate records
- Maintain effective and ongoing communication with students, families, and other professionals in the school and community.
- Participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration including working with various committees, professional learning communities, and departments to ensure equity for learners with and without disabilities.
- Demonstrate professionalism by adhering to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility.
- Implement the CTECS Board of Education and Administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives.
- Maintain a positive and appropriate school community image that encourages ethical and appropriate student behavior.
- Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, student, and operational concerns of the district.
- Report all cases of suspected child abuse and/or neglect to appropriate school personnel and authorities.
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 17, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
General description of the position:
A CTECS English instructor is responsible for educating students with teaching practices that reflect high expectations and current pedagogy of teaching and learning methods, strategies, and technologies in English e.g., student-centered, gradual release of responsibility, differentiation, student discourse, and blended-learning; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; participate in professional learning.
Qualifications required, (e.g., education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training):
- State of Connecticut teaching certificate
- Active State of Connecticut teaching certificate (#015 English 7-12)
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university or college.
- Professional experiences related to the field of teaching English.
- 21st century standards-based lesson planning aligned to the CT Core Standards in English Language Arts.
- Experience with varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning.
- Ability to foster and facilitate learning and classroom management.
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Effective, active listening skills.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others.
- Organizational and problem solving skills.
- Excellent public relations skills.
- Entry-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
- Preferred candidates will have experience in teaching or substitute teaching and be able to demonstrate varied methods of lesson delivery, assessing student knowledge, and the use of educational technology. This may include involvement in student/community activities.
Supervisor: School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hours/Time Requirements: 188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review SVFT bargaining unit contract for more information.
Working Conditions:
- Interaction among adolescents and colleagues
- Repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writing
- Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, read, hear, see, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb, and stoop
- Frequent interruption of duties by staff, students, visitors and/or telephone
- Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and/or pulling various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 20 pounds
Essential duties and responsibilities. Functions that the employee must be able to perform. Mental and/or physical requirements should be described and where applicable, quantified:
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 English content and pedagogy of all high school English 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 behavior
- Organize physical space to maximize learning opportunities
Responsibility Area #3: Instruction
- Effectively communicate with students
- Effectively use questioning and discussion techniques
- Keep students intellectually engaged
- Follow the scope and sequence of the approved CTECS instructional program and curriculum
- Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
- Utilize 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 on-going communication with students and their families
- Participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate educating students
- Participate in professional communities
- Demonstrate growth in professional craft
- Demonstrate professionalism; adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
- Implement the CTECS Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives
- Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
- Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, student, and operational concerns of the district
- Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and authorities
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 18, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
Trade Positions
General description of the position
A CTECS Electrical instructor is responsible for planning, conducting and assessing instructional activities – to include safety, proper use of tools, math, and all equipment and components related to the Electrical trade. In addition, the instructor must maintain educational records; inventory and tool control logs; track achievement of desired program outcomes by coordinating and administering tests in accordance with accepted reporting procedures; developing alternative instruction for individualized and independent study. The CTECS Electrical instructor is responsible for educating students on theoretical and performance-based topics related to Residential, Commercial and Industrial Electrical. The CTECS Electrical Program instructor instructs students in the ability to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair electric apparatus and systems such as residential, commercial, and industrial electric-power, and DC and AC motors, controls and electrical distribution panels. Low voltage wiring including CAT 6 is taught and practiced, along with instruction and use of test equipment. The instructor will instruct the student/s on the safe use of the hand/portable tools and materials of the trade; proper use of materials, theory for planning, layout, fabrication, and integration of electrical installation; theory for DC, AC and poly-Phase current transformers, transmission and their application, control and protective devices; safe use of ladders, staging, and scaffolds and national, state and local standards and codes including state licensing requirements. The program is designed to meet the related instruction requirements of an E-2 unlimited electrical apprenticeship. Those skills deemed essential to this course form a cluster of usable skills and technical knowledge much needed in today’s electrical market.
A department head is a teacher that is an instructional leader who promotes student achievement for all and facilitates the operations of the department. As a Department Head, you are responsible for the duties outlined above, as well as responsibilities related to instructional support, leadership and operations within your department.
Qualifications required, (e.g., education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training)
- An E-1 electrical contractor’s license issued by the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection is required at time of application.
- Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant, varied, hands-on Electrical experience.
- Incumbents in this class must meet the State Board of Education Occupational Subject Endorsement #090 in Electrical requirements to receive initial educator certificate to teach Vocational Education. A #826 endorsement is required for the Electrical Department Head position.
- High School graduation or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and eight (8) years of employment and/or teaching experience in the subject field.
- Interested candidates for Department Head openings will need a minimum of twelve credits to qualify for the #826 required certification as per SDE Bureau of certification.
- Experience must encompass all areas specified in the program description in order to effectively teach the approved electrical curriculum. For a detailed explanation, please reference the Electrical Program Description.
- Apprentice training, or formal training (specific and affiliated union program training, college or technical institutes) can count up to five years. Formal training credit should be applied for coursework directly associated with electrical. Transcript review should determine the percentage of study time devoted to trade and be applied proportionately. Two thousand (2,000) hours of apprentice training equals one year based on a letter of completion from the Connecticut Department of Labor (CT-DOL OAT).
- Combined experience cannot be counted to obtain multiple endorsements. Requirement is eight years for each subject area endorsement.
- Incumbents in this class must meet the State Board of Education Occupational Subject Endorsement #090 in Electrical requirements to receive initial educator certificate to teach Vocational Education. A #826 endorsement is required for the Electrical Department Head position.
- Current OSHA 10- Construction Industry Certification
- Current First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- Connecticut Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with proper endorsements required to operate a CTECS STV with-in first year of employment
- Entry-level computer skills including, Microsoft Office and Google Products
- OSHA Train-the-Trainer (CFR-1926) certification with-in two years of employment
- Preferred candidates will have completed VTE 113, VTE 116 and a Special Education course (approved by CT-SDE).
- For a list of approved special education courses, please click on this link: CT-SDE Approved SPED Course List
- Knowledge of educational principles, methods and techniques; skill in a particular trade or occupation; teaching ability; ability to work effectively with students; ability to express ideas simply and clearly, orally and in writing.
- Oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; ability to provide instructional support; ability to maintain records and charts; ability to prepare reports.
- Preferred candidates will have experience in teaching or substitute teaching and be able to demonstrate methods of delivering lessons, assessing student knowledge and the use of educational technology. This may include involvement in student/community activities as well as help facilitate district-wide and school specific initiatives.
- Preferred candidates will be familiar with SEL, differentiated instruction, synchronous and asynchronous learning.
- Preferred candidates will have had prior connections to the school culture, i.e. CTEAC Member, WBL Sponsor, Job Shadowing Sponsor, and/or PFO Member.
Supervision Received: Works under the supervision of a School Principal, and Assistant Principal.
Supervision Exercised: Supervises students in classrooms, laboratories, and CTECS shops as well as on off-campus production sites
Hours / Time Requirements: 188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review your bargaining unit contract for more information.
General Statement of Duties
CTECS Electrical Instructors teach courses in the discipline of electrical technologies. They will be required to develop and design lesson and/or unit plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions utilizing a variety of pedagogical methods, including but not limited to differentiated instruction, fostering building of relationships, etc. Instructors will provide social emotional support in the learning process and ensure student engagement. Electrical instructors provide tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintain classroom records and assess student coursework. Electrical instructors also collaborate and support colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Electrical Instructors are required to attend periodic building-level and districtwide meetings and professional development.
Electrical instructors are required to meet with business and industry partners in an effort to maintain being current in the trade and to keep apprised to the newest technology, as well as providing feedback to district curriculum teams on modern industry practices to adjust curricula when needed. These relationships also connect the program and students to employment and work-based learning opportunities. For more information regarding this, please review your bargaining unit contract for more information (see link above).
CTECS Electrical instructors educate students on proper safety procedures and competencies that are aligned to the current National Electrical Code that are currently adopted in Connecticut. These codes dictate the adopted practice of installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Additionally, instructors in the electrical technology area report to a department head.
Working Conditions:
CTECS Electrical Instructors are required to incorporate an abundance of teaching methods that are often very practical and include hands-on instruction in the classroom.
- Instructors in this technology will be required to model and demonstrate safe work practices prior to facilitation of learning. Instructors may need to stand for long periods of time, lift, climb, bend, twist and repeat the same movements as dictated by the electrical trade and projects being taught.
- Instructors in this technology area are required to use and properly demonstrate the use of ladder/scaffold, hand and power tools used in the electrical trade/s will be required.
- CTECS Electrical Instructors will be required to teach in a variety of settings for both theoretical and psychomotor/hands-on training which include, but are not limited to: electrical lab, theory room, off-campus production sites (construction sites which include residential, commercial, and industrial settings), as also on-campus production sites.
- CTECS Electrical Instructors work on a variety of sites to complement real-world applications in an effort to bolster curriculum.
- These sites include working with established businesses, and construction sites, to connect their students with employment opportunities and resources.
- Incumbents in this class may be required to lift light to medium weights and be exposed to some risk of injury from typical construction site environments.
In addition to above, trade department heads are responsible for the following:
Instructional Support Responsibilities
- Assists with the implementation of the instructional program within the department including supporting substitutes.
- Assists and monitors in the implementation of the content, aligned to the CTECS district approved materials such as: curriculum, pacing guide, DSA’s, and competency checklists.
- Models a variety of instructional strategies that accommodate different student backgrounds, cognitive abilities and learning styles.
- Reviews lesson plans, observes classroom instruction, and provides feedback and support as needed to improve instruction, classroom management, and professional growth.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Provides clear expectations regarding policies and procedures utilized in the shop, including but not limited to, uniform, student conduct/discipline, equipment uses, safety compliance, clean-up, and inventory controls.
- Plans and leads department meetings and PLCs with other departments as well as administration.
- Serves on committees when requested and as a liaison between the department, administration and central office.
- Organizes and facilitates the Program Advisory Committee (PAC) in accordance with district guidelines, including the recruitment of appropriate members. Increase and document PAC membership annually. Meetings will be held after school hours.
- Promotes in industry outreach programs, such as Work-Based Learning (WBL), internships, Skills USA, and job shadowing.
- Provides school-wide leadership support and recommendations for professional development and direction on effective instruction and programming, including instructional rounds.
Operational Responsibilities
- Manages departmental budgets, prepares, and submits OF-95s for orders, repairs, and maintenance. Manage enrollment and retention plans. Ensures that student credentials are attained and tracked in collaboration with district guidelines. Improvement of summative assessments per year.
- Oversees all Student Workforce activities, such as On/Off campus Production, CTECS Facilities Production, WBL, Internships and job shadowing, ensuring that all district procedures are followed.
- Completes all required departmental inventory tasks and assists in the removal of outdated instructional materials, including repair of equipment.
- Ensures that all equipment is properly operational and that all required maintenance and repairs are completed.
- Ensures all safety training is appropriately completed, required documentation is properly maintained and procedures are followed. Ensures safety within the department; including posting and enforcement of appropriate laboratory safety wear & rules (i.e. uniforms, boots, PPE, etc…).
- Maintain and submit department records, including trade credentials, student data, and PLC minutes, perform other professional duties as required by the administration.
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 18, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
General description of the position:
A CTECS Hairdressing and Cosmetology instructor is responsible for educating students on theoretical and performance-based topics related to all aspects of A salon. The CTECS Hairdressing and Cosmetology program includes design, cutting, coloring, multicultural techniques, makeup, fashion trends, and the art of hairdressing.
Qualifications required, (e.g., education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training):
- Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant, varied, hands-on cosmetology experience.
- Experience must encompass all areas specified in the program description in order to effectively teach the approved cosmetology curriculum. For a detailed explanation, please reference the Cosmetology Program Description.
- If an applicant shows experience in only a few areas of cosmetology, this demonstrates that he/she cannot teach all areas of curriculum.
- Use of point of sale software.
- Basic understanding of office suite software.
- Hairdressing/cosmetologist license.
- Occupational Subject Endorsement #090 in Cosmetology is required.
- Current OSHA 10- Construction Industry Certification.
- Preferred candidates will have completed VTE 113, VTE 116, and a Special Education course.
- Preferred candidates will have experience in teaching or substitute teaching and be able to demonstrate methods of delivering lessons, assessing student knowledge, and the use of educational technology. This may include involvement in student/community activities.
Supervisor: School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hours/Time Requirements: 188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review your bargaining unit contract for more information.
Working Conditions:
Instructors are required to teach students in a variety of settings; theory and hands-on. In the theoretical education setting, instructors will be required to plan and deliver cosmetology related lessons in a classroom setting. Hands-on education will be delivered in a Cosmetology shop setting. In the cosmetology shop (salon) setting, instructors will be required to plan and deliver lessons that include utilizing a variety of methods and techniques related to the cosmetology field. This will include Principles of hair design and cutting and chemical procedures for all types of hair. Instructors are expected to deliver instruction in the areas of skin care and nail care as well. Instructors will assist students in client services and how to provide customer service.
Essential duties and responsibilities. Functions that the employee must be able to perform. Mental and/or physical requirements should be described and where applicable, quantified:
Cosmetology instructors are expected to be capable of teaching all aspects of the Cosmetology curriculum. The Cosmetology program is a mixture of theoretical and hands-on training. The theoretical training will require instructors to plan and deliver information, and then assess the student’s competency. This will be done in a variety of methods, some will include the use of educational technology. Instructors need the basic computer skills to access online curriculum/resources and present lessons to students.
The hands-on portion of the Cosmetology curriculum will require instructors to possess the technical skill and physical ability to complete various Cosmetology tasks. Standing and moving around can be expected for a majority of each shift.
While working in the shop atmosphere, the Cosmetology instructor will be required to instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations. Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students. Instructors will be expected to establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students. This position will require the instructor to observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. The instructor will also be expected to prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study following district curriculum guidelines, as well as following the guidelines set forth by the Department of Public Health for salon settings.
A majority of the 11th and 12th grade curriculum consists of performing On-Campus Production in the salon. The instructor will be responsible for assisting students in providing beauty services such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair; massaging and treating the scalp; shampooing hair; applying makeup; dressing wigs; removing hair; and providing nail and skincare services.
Participating in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate educating students.
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 15, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
General description of the position:
A CTECS Robotics and Automation instructor is responsible for educating students on theoretical and performance-based topics related to electronic and robotic principles, electronics schematics, resistors, actuators, mathematical calculations related to voltage, current, resistance and power systems, ohm’s law and its application to series, elements of circuit design as related to robotic sensors, transducers, interfacing techniques and control systems, as well as PLC’s. It is important that the candidate show experience in robotic automation, both analog and digital electronics circuitry related to diode, transistor, and FET component circuits as well as design using integrated circuitry for both advanced electronics/robot automation.
The Department Head is a teacher that is an instructional leader who promotes student achievement for all and facilitates the operations of the department. As a Department Head, you are responsible for the duties outlined above, as well as responsibilities related to instructional support, leadership and operations within your department.
Qualifications required, (e.g., education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training):
- Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant, varied, hands-on experience in the Robotics and Automation field.
- Experience must encompass all areas specified in the program description in order to effectively teach the approved Robotics and Automation curriculum. For a detailed explanation, please reference the Robotics and Automation program description.
- Formal training (college or technical institutes) can count up to five (5) years. Formal training credit should be applied for coursework directly associated with Robotics and Automation. Transcript review should determine the percentage of study time devoted to trade and be applied proportionately.
- Combined experience cannot be counted to obtain multiple endorsements. Requirement is eight (8) years for each subject area.
- Connecticut Teacher Certification Occupational Subject Endorsement #090 in Electronics/Mechatronics/Robotics and Automation is required. A #826 endorsement is required for the Robotics and Automation/Electronics/Mechatronics Department Head position.
- Current OSHA 10- General Industry Certification.
- Intermediate-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
- Preferred candidates will have completed VTE 113, VTE 116, and a Special Education course.
- Preferred candidates will have experience in teaching or substitute teaching and be able to demonstrate methods of delivering lessons, assessing student knowledge, and the use of educational technology. This may include involvement in student/community activities.
Supervisor: School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hours/Time Requirements: 188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review your bargaining unit contract for more information.
Working Conditions:
Instructors are required to teach students in a variety of settings; theory and hands-on. In the theoretical education setting, instructors will be required to plan and deliver Robotic and Automation related lessons in the laboratory/classroom. Hands-on education will be delivered in the laboratory/classroom also. Instructors will be required to plan and deliver lessons that include utilizing a variety of measurement, soldering and testing equipment including, but not limited to, Fluke meters, Digital Trainers, breadboards, robots, pneumatic arms, as well as robot structures, chassis, manipulators/grippers, and fabrication techniques. Instructors are also required to attend periodic building level meetings and professional development. Review your bargaining unit contract for more information.
Essential duties and responsibilities. Functions that the employee must be able to perform. Mental and/or physical requirements should be described and where applicable, quantified:
Robotic and Automation instructors are expected to be capable of teaching all aspects of the curriculum. The Robotic and Automation program is a mixture of theoretical and hands-on training. The theoretical training will require instructors to plan and deliver information, and then assess the student’s competency. This will be done in a variety of methods, some will include the use of educational technology. Instructors need the basic computer skills to access online curriculum/resources and present lessons to students.
The hands-on portion of the Robotics and Automation curriculum will require instructors to possess the technical skill to complete various circuit and robotic design and creation tasks. Digital trainers are standard equipment in the trade and the many and varied meters, soldering systems and robotics kits need to be moved/set up for student use. Along with standing and moving, many tasks will require the ability to bend at the waist, squat, and kneel, as well as work with and manipulate items above the head. Lifting and transporting heavier items can also be expected.
While working in the laboratory environment, the Robotics and Automation instructor will be required to use a variety of hand and power tools. This will require the fine and gross motor skills to appropriately manipulate work pieces and tools. The shop projects and operations include, but are not limited to, using basic hand tools and using portable power tools e.g., corded/cordless drills, etc..
Participating in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate student learning.
In addition to above, trade department heads are responsible for the following:
Instructional Support Responsibilities
- Assists with the implementation of the instructional program within the department including supporting substitutes.
- Assists and monitors in the implementation of the content, aligned to the CTECS district approved materials such as: curriculum, pacing guide, DSA’s, and competency checklists.
- Models a variety of instructional strategies that accommodate different student backgrounds, cognitive abilities and learning styles.
- Reviews lesson plans, observes classroom instruction, and provides feedback and support as needed to improve instruction, classroom management, and professional growth.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Provides clear expectations regarding policies and procedures utilized in the shop, including but not limited to, uniform, student conduct/discipline, equipment uses, safety compliance, clean-up, and inventory controls.
- Plans and leads department meetings and PLCs with other departments as well as administration.
- Serves on committees when requested and as a liaison between the department, administration and central office.
- Organizes and facilitates the Program Advisory Committee (PAC) in accordance with district guidelines, including the recruitment of appropriate members. Increase and document PAC membership annually. Meetings will be held after school hours.
- Promotes in industry outreach programs, such as Work-Based Learning (WBL), internships, SkillsUSA, and job shadowing.
- Provides school-wide leadership support and recommendations for professional development and direction on effective instruction and programming, including instructional rounds.
Operational Responsibilities
- Manages departmental budgets, prepares, and submits requisitions for orders, repairs, and maintenance. Manage enrollment and retention plans. Ensures that student credentials are attained and tracked in collaboration with district guidelines. Improvement of summative assessments per year.
- Oversees all Student Workforce activities, such as On/Off campus Production, CTECS Facilities Production, WBL, Internships and job shadowing, ensuring that all district procedures are followed.
- Completes all required departmental inventory tasks and assists in the removal of outdated instructional materials, including repair of equipment.
- Ensures that all equipment is properly operational and that all required maintenance and repairs are completed.
- Ensures all safety training is appropriately completed, required documentation is properly maintained and procedures are followed. Ensures safety within the department; including posting and enforcement of appropriate laboratory safety wear & rules (i.e. uniforms, boots, PPE, etc…).
- Maintain and submit department records, including trade credentials, student data, and PLC minutes, perform other professional duties as required by the administration.
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 17, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
General description of the position:
A CTECS Information Technology instructor is responsible for educating students on theoretical and performance-based topics related to Computer Science, programming, networking, application development, cybersecurity and productivity applications. . The CTECS Information Technology program includes use of computers, servers and peripheral equipment for creation and use of professional level software applications such as Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, etc), Microsoft Office 365 and computer/network operating systems.
The department head is an instructional leader who promotes student achievement for all and facilitates the operations of the department. As a Department Head, you are responsible for the duties outlined above, as well as responsibilities related to instructional support, leadership and operations within your department.
Qualifications required, (e.g., education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training):
- Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant, varied, hands-on experience in the Information Technology field.
- Experience must encompass all areas specified in the program description in order to effectively teach the approved Information Technology curriculum. For a detailed explanation, please reference the Information Technology program description.
- Formal training (college or technical institutes) can count up to five (5) years. Formal training credit should be applied for coursework directly associated with IT/Computer Science. Transcript review should determine the percentage of study time devoted to trade and be applied proportionately.
- Combined experience cannot be counted to obtain multiple endorsements. Requirement is eight (8) years for each subject area.
- Connecticut Teacher Certification Occupational Subject Endorsement #090 in Information Technology is required. A #826 endorsement is required for the Information Technology Department Head position.
- Current OSHA 10- General Industry Certification.
- Information Technology production using standard software applications including, but not limited to, Adobe Creative Cloud applications, Microsoft Office 365, software programming Integrated Development Environments and on-line content providers for certification exams (CompTIA, Certiport, TestOut, Precision Exams)
- Intermediate-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
- Preferred candidates will have completed VTE 113, VTE 116, and a Special Education course.
- Preferred candidates will have experience in teaching or substitute teaching and be able to demonstrate methods of delivering lessons, assessing student knowledge, and the use of educational technology. This may include involvement in student/community activities.
In addition to above, trade department heads are responsible for the following:
Instructional Support Responsibilities
- Assists with the implementation of the instructional program within the department including supporting substitutes.
- Assists and monitors in the implementation of the content, aligned to the CTECS district approved materials such as: curriculum, pacing guide, DSA’s, and competency checklists.
- Models a variety of instructional strategies that accommodate different student backgrounds, cognitive abilities and learning styles.
- Reviews lesson plans, observes classroom instruction, and provides feedback and support as needed to improve instruction, classroom management, and professional growth.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Provides clear expectations regarding policies and procedures utilized in the shop, including but not limited to, uniform, student conduct/discipline, equipment uses, safety compliance, clean-up, and inventory controls.
- Plans and leads department meetings and PLCs with other departments as well as administration.
- Serves on committees when requested and as a liaison between the department, administration and central office.
- Organizes and facilitates the Program Advisory Committee (PAC) in accordance with district guidelines, including the recruitment of appropriate members. Increase and document PAC membership annually. Meetings will be held after school hours.
- Promotes in industry outreach programs, such as Work-Based Learning (WBL), internships, Skills USA, and job shadowing.
- Provides school-wide leadership support and recommendations for professional development and direction on effective instruction and programming, including instructional rounds.
Operational Responsibilities
- Manages departmental budgets, prepares, and submits OF-95s for orders, repairs, and maintenance. Manage enrollment and retention plans. Ensures that student credentials are attained and tracked in collaboration with district guidelines. Improvement of summative assessments per year.
- Oversees all Student Workforce activities, such as On/Off campus Production, CTECS Facilities Production, WBL, Internships and job shadowing, ensuring that all district procedures are followed.
- Completes all required departmental inventory tasks and assists in the removal of outdated instructional materials, including repair of equipment.
- Ensures that all equipment is properly operational and that all required maintenance and repairs are completed.
- Ensures all safety training is appropriately completed, required documentation is properly maintained and procedures are followed. Ensures safety within the department; including posting and enforcement of appropriate laboratory safety wear & rules (i.e. uniforms, boots, PPE, etc…).
- Maintain and submit department records, including trade credentials, student data, and PLC minutes, perform other professional duties as required by the administration.
Supervisor: School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hours/Time Requirements: 188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review your bargaining unit contract for more information.
Working Conditions:
Instructors are required to teach students in a variety of settings; theory and hands-on. In the theoretical education setting, instructors will be required to plan and deliver sound production related lessons in a classroom setting. Hands-on education will be delivered in the studio(s) and multipurpose room. In the lab setting, instructors will be required to plan and deliver lessons that include utilizing a variety of IT equipment including, but not limited to, servers, uninterruptible power supplies, printers etc.. Instructors are also required to attend periodic building level meetings and professional development. Review your bargaining unit contract for more information.
Essential duties and responsibilities. Functions that the employee must be able to perform. Mental and/or physical requirements should be described and where applicable, quantified:
Information Technology instructors are expected to be capable of teaching all aspects of the curriculum. The IT program is a mixture of theoretical and hands-on training. The theoretical training will require instructors to plan and deliver information, and then assess the student’s competency. This will be done in a variety of methods, some will include the use of educational technology. Instructors need the basic computer skills to access online curriculum/resources and present lessons to students.
The hands-on portion of the Information Technology curriculum will require instructors to possess the technical skill to complete various hardware, software and coding tasks. Along with standing and moving, many tasks will require the ability to bend at the waist, squat, and kneel, as well as work with and manipulate items above the head. Lifting and transporting heavier items can also be expected. Many tasks will involve the use of stairs, ladders, and scaffolds, which will require the Information Technology instructor to appropriately set up and use these items.
While working in the lab environment, the Information Technology instructor will be required to use a variety of hand and power tools. This will require the fine and gross motor skills to appropriately manipulate work pieces and tools. The shop projects and operations include, but are not limited to, using basic hand tools and using portable power tools e.g., corded/cordless drills, etc..
Participating in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate student learning.
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 17, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
Student Support Services
General description of the position:
A CTECS school psychologist is responsible for integrating and coordinating educational, psychological, and behavioral health services. School psychologists work with students and their families to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral health. School psychologists work with school-based teams to support the academic success of students; support social-emotional learning; address barriers to educational success; provide interventions; enhance academic engagement; promote positive behavioral supports.
Qualifications required, unless position specifices (e.g., education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training):
- State of Connecticut teaching certificate
- Active State of Connecticut teaching certificate (#070 School Psychologist)
- Minimum of a Master’s degree from an accredited university or college
- Professional experiences related to the field of school psychology
- Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation
- Experience with varied assessments to assess cognitive, academic, and behavioral functioning
- Ability to provide school-based counseling to students around social-emotional issues; experience in methodologies of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) preferred
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
- Entry-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others
- Organizational and problem solving skills
- Effective, active listening skills
- Excellent public relations
- Experience in the field preferred
Supervisor: Building Administration in partnership with Director and Supervisors of Pupil Services & Special Education
Hours/Time Requirements: 188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review SVFT bargaining unit contract for more information.
Working Conditions:
- Interaction among adolescents and colleagues
- Frequent interruption of duties by staff, students, visitors and/or telephone
- Repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writing
- Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, read, hear, see, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb, and stoop
- Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and/or pulling various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 20 pounds
- Ability to travel to and from professional development activities and district meetings
- Regionally contracted staff will commute to schools within their assigned region to support each of their assigned schools
Essential duties and responsibilities. Functions that the employee must be able to perform. Mental and/or physical requirements should be described and where applicable, quantified:
Responsibility Area #1: Planning and Preparation
- Set instructional goals and outcomes
- Understand the varied needs of each student
- Knowledge of school psychology and child/adolescent development at the secondary level
- Gather, review, and analyze data to inform decision making pertaining to student growth, progress, and development
- 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
- Develop lesson plans for school-based counseling sessions (individual and group) for students with documented service hours
- Work collaboratively with school/district administration, school/district school counseling personnel, school/district special education personnel, school/district educators, and contracted service providers to assist students with special programming; ensure IEP and 504 accommodations/modifications are implemented
- Create and maintain caseload documents (schedule, school-based counseling, testing, and 504 accommodations for standardized testing) to be shared with school administration and district Supervisors/Director of Pupil Services & Special Education
- Review required documentation, as documented through the CTECS admissions process, and attend transition 504 meetings
- Maintain documentation and submit eligibility for students with 504 plans as outlined by CTECS policies and procedures
- Document all incoming students’ current 504 plans within the CTSEDS platform to implement within CTECS programming
- Create and submit CREC referrals for required services for students with 504 plans
- Maintain standardized testing accommodation data for students with 504s to support standardized testing
- Knowledge and use of varied assessment batteries
- Effectively design assessments
- Document testing material requests through district process in preparation/planning for each school year
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids, and other other supplies/equipment
- Maintains inventory records for testing materials, books, aids, supplies, and equipment
- Provide school/district support to CTECS school communities in response to crisis events
- Develop and maintain community resource documents for students and their families to access supports
Responsibility Area #2: Instruction
- Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
- Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the instructor and student
- Consult with instructors to maintain an advantageous and positive learning environment by providing strategies and supports to help with classroom management and student behavior
- Collaborate with school/district school counseling personnel, school/district special education personnel, school/district educators, and CREC/contracted service providers to develop and implement transition evaluations, services and programs for students
- Consult and collaborate with parents, school community and outside personnel regarding mental health, development, behavioral, educational and personal adjustment concerns
- Provide in-service training for school staff, students, and parents/guardians on topics related to and including social-emotional learning, mental health, child and adolescent development
- Work collaboratively with all educators to ensure IEP and 504 accommodations/modifications are implemented
- Conduct multi-factored psychological, psycho-educational, diagnostic assessments of students for the purpose of recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to maximize learning and overcoming psychological issues. Ensure that psychological/psycho-educational assessment materials utilized are in compliance with current editions.
- Assessments include evaluation in the areas of intelligence, adaptive behavior, academic achievement, language and communication skills, sensory and perceptual-motor functioning, social-emotional adaptation/skills, environmental/cultural influences, and vocational development, aptitude and interest using formal and informal instruments, procedures and techniques
- Conduct all evaluations with explicit regard for the ethical standards established for the profession, and maintain regard for principles of non-biased assessment
- Conduct classroom observations and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
- Collaborate with all stakeholders to develop and implement behavioral contracts, safety plans, and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Collect, review, and analyze data from behavioral contracts, safety plans, and BIPs
- Prepare and provide analysis of diagnostic reports with parents/guardians & students prior to and at a student’s (504/Planning and Placement Team) meeting
- Attend MTSS, PLC, 504, PPT, and lead crisis team meetings as required based on individual student needs and participate in related trainings (e.g. Physical and Psychological Management Training- PMT, MTSS, CTSEDS, etc.)
- Facilitate 504 meetings and perform case management duties for incoming students with 504s, for newly referred students, and for students requiring manifestation determination meetings
- Collect and review data to assist and share with school teams at required meetings (MTSS, PLC, departmental meetings, 504/IEP, school crisis team)
- Assist with the identification and programming of all types of exceptional students
- Provide recommendations for student interventions and programming
- Assist in the development of IEPs and 504s for students with disabilities. School psychologists will write goals/objectives, supplementary aids/services, present levels, and service hours for their areas of instruction and service delivery
- Design, develop and implement programs to assess and address the social-emotional development of students and to prevent disorders, promote mental health and learning, and improve the educational system; design programs to enhance cognitive, academic, affective, social and vocational development
- Provide individual and group school-based counseling for students concerning school-related problems
- Provide both push-in and pull-out services for students in the resource setting, academic, and trade environments
- Develop and implement social-emotional programming to support the MTSS process
- Provide direct and indirect interventions to facilitate the functioning of individuals, groups, and/or the educational system; develop positive, productive relationships with students
- Conduct social-emotional screeners with students through the MTSS process
- Progress monitor student performance within the MTSS & IEP service delivery processes
Responsibility Area #3: Professional Responsibilities
- Adhere to the ethical standards of the National Association of School Psychologists
- Adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
- Carry out assignments as specified by the Director of Pupil Services and Special Education, building administration (Principal and Assistant Principals), Supervisors of Pupil Services and Special Education and the CTECS Executive Director and Superintendent
- Complete paperwork as required by CTECS and state agencies. Maintain documentation as outlined by CTECS policies and procedures
- Implement the CTECS Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives
- Demonstrate professionalism; adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
- Complete Electronic Leave Requests (ELRs) to document days/hours of school absences
- Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
- Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, student, and operational concerns of the district
- Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and authorities
- Demonstrate growth in professional craft
- Participate in professional communities
- Participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate educating students
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships
- Serve as a resource and consultant on mental health and child/adolescent psychology, conducts inservice programs as requested
- Assist with school and district level data verification processes for identified students at multiple points within each school year
- Can host school psychologist practicum and/or internship students from local universities as outlined within the CTECS policies and procedures
- Maintain on-going communication with parents/guardians, educators, and outside service providers. Encourages parental/guardian involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents/guardians
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record keeping, as required
- Document communication with families/students/stakeholders within PowerSchool log
- Document services provided to students within PowerSchool log
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 17, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
A CTECS school psychologist is responsible for integrating and coordinating educational, psychological, and behavioral health services. School psychologists work with students and their families to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral health. School psychologists work with school-based teams to support the academic success of students; support social-emotional learning; address barriers to educational success; provide interventions; enhance academic engagement; promote positive behavioral supports.
Qualifications required, (e.g., education, degrees, certification, licensing, skills, knowledge, abilities, specialized training):
- Active State of Connecticut teaching certificate #070 School Psychologist.
- Minimum of a Master’s degree from an accredited university or college.
- Professional experiences related to the field of school psychology.
- Experience with varied assessments to assess cognitive, academic, and behavioral functioning.
- Effective, active listening skills.
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others.
- Organizational and problem solving skills.
- Excellent public relations skills.
- Entry-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
Supervisor: School Principal and Assistant Principal
Hours/Time Requirements: 188 days per school year, 7 hours daily. Review SVFT bargaining unit contract for more information.
Working Conditions:
- Interaction among adolescents and colleagues
- Repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing, calculator, writing
- Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, read, hear, see, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, climb, and stoop
- Frequent interruption of duties by staff, students, visitors and/or telephone
- Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push and/or pulling various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 20 pounds
Essential duties and responsibilities. Functions that the employee must be able to perform. Mental and/or physical requirements should be described and where applicable, quantified:
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 school psychology at the secondary level
- 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 assessment batteries
- Effectively design assessments
Responsibility Area #2: Instruction
- Consult with instructors to maintain an advantageous and positive learning environment by providing strategies and supports to help with classroom management and student behavior
- Work collaboratively with all educators to ensure IEP and 504 accommodations/modifications are implemented
- Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the instructor and student
- Conduct psychological and psycho-educational assessments
- Prepare and provide analysis of psychological and psycho-educational diagnostic reports
- Provide individual and group counseling for students concerning school-related problems
- Provide in-service training for school staff, students, and parents on topics related to and including social-emotional learning, mental health, child and adolescent development
- Develop and implement programs to assess and address the social-emotional development of students
- Assist in the development of IEPs and 504s for students with disabilities
- Facilitate 504 meetings and perform case management duties for students with 504s
- Collect and review data to assist school teams. Provide recommendations for student interventions and programming
- Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
Responsibility Area #3: Professional Responsibilities
- Reflect on teaching practices
- Maintain accurate and complete records as required
- Maintain on-going communication with parents, educators, and outside service providers
- Participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate educating students
- Participate in professional communities
- Demonstrate growth in professional craft
- Demonstrate professionalism; adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
- Implement the CTECS Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives
- Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
- Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, student, and operational concerns of the district
- Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and authorities
- Adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
- Adhere to the ethical standards of the National Association of School Psychologists
INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICANTS ONLY
Closing Date is September 17, 2026
Internal Candidates who are eligible for transfer/promotion must submit a transfer/promotion request form by the closing date.
The form can be accessed by clicking the following link: https://www.cttech.org/transfer/
The Connecticut Technical Education and Career System is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
The CTECS is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons and equal access to Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The CTECS does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of age ancestry, color, criminal record (in state employment or licensing)gender identity or expression, genetic information, intellectual disability, marital status, mental disability (past or present) national origin, physical disability (including blindness), race religious creed, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, sex (pregnancy or sexual harassment)sexual orientation, veteran status or workplace hazards to reproductive systems, unless there is a bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in any of the aforementioned protected classes.
Inquiries regarding the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System’s non discrimination policies and practices should be directed to:
Levy Gillespie
Equal Employment Opportunity Director
State of Connecticut Department of Education
450 Columbus Blvd, Suite 607
Hartford, CT 06103
Levy.Gillespie@ct.gov
(860)-807-2071
(Coordinator for matters related to Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employment and nondiscrimination policies and practices)
Linda Leyhow
Climate, Equity and Title IX Supervisor
Connecticut Technical Education and Career System
39 Woodland St
Hartford, CT 06105
Linda.Leyhow@cttech.org
(860)-807-2106
(Coordinator for matters related to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973)
U.S. Department of Education
Office for Civil Rights
5 Post Office Square, Suite 900
Boston, Massachusetts 02109-3921
(617) 289-0111
Fax number (617) 289-0150
TTY/TDD (877) 521-2172
(Matters related to race, color, national origin, age, sex and/or disability)