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Full-Time Job Openings
for School Instructional and Support Staff

It is the policy of the Connecticut Technical High School System that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against under any program, including employment, because of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, disability (including, but not limited to, mental retardation, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.

The Connecticut Technical High School System does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.  Inquiries regarding the Connecticut Technical High School System's nondiscrimination policies and practices should be directed to Beatrice Tinty (860) 807-2220, Beatrice.Tinty@ct.gov and/or, regarding race, color, national origin, age, sex and/or disability, to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 33 Arch Street, Suite 900, Boston, Massachusetts  02110-1491; telephone number (617) 289-0111; fax number (617) 289-0150; TTY/TDD (877) 521-2172.  The Connecticut Technical High School System is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

State of Connecticut
Connecticut Technical High School System
Bureau of Human Resources
25 Industrial Park Road
Middletown, CT 06457

Telephone: (860) 807-2163
Fax: (860) 807-2167
E-Mail : Cheryl.Fredette@ct.gov

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Teaches students in trade/technology subjects or academic subjects at the secondary school level.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the Connecticut Technical High School Department Head and the administration, which may include the Principal or Assistant Principal.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Plans and implements lessons which actively engage students in learning based on the system's Curriculum and Implementation Guides; assesses students and modifies lessons accordingly; maintains an orderly classroom conducive to learning and promoting respect for other students and teachers; counsels students; communicates on a regular basis with parents; attends faculty and other professional meetings; and participates in ongoing professional development and self growth. Opportunities are available to coach sports and/or sponsor extracurricular activities for an additional stipend. Trade/technology instructors also identify and solicit production work for 11^th and 12^th grade students, maintain tools and equipment, and may drive the school production work bus when necessary. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: Knowledge of teaching and educational principles, methods techniques; skill in a particular trade/technology or academic subject; skill in working effectively with students; ability to express ideas clearly.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:  For Trade/Technology Subjects: High school diploma or equivalent, three (3) professional education courses and not less than eight (8) years of trade experience in the field requested, which may include no more than five (5) years of apprenticeship and/or specialized schooling.  For Academic Subjects:  Minimum requirement of a bachelor's degree and completion of a planned program of preparation at a college or university.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All teachers must hold an appropriate Connecticut teaching certificate. Trade/Technology instructors must also possess a Connecticut Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and a Contractor's License, if required, for the trade. For information on how to obtain a CDL, to to the DMV web site at: http://www.ct.gov/dmv/cwp/view.asp?a=805&q=244788