CTHSS Job Opening

The Connecticut State Department of Education, for its Technical High Schools, invites outstanding educational leaders to apply for the anticipated position of High School Assistant Principal at Henry Abbott Technical High School, in Danbury. The new applicant pool replaces any former applicant pools; individuals who have applied previously must reapply to become part of the new pool created pursuant to this job announcement.

The Connecticut Technical High School system is a statewide system of small high schools offering strong instruction in academics and a wide variety of trade technologies. The administrative team is developing/implementing curriculum in both academic and trade areas and providing intensive professional development. The scheduling model offers schools more flexibility and students more electives. The position offers a competitive starting salary and state benefits.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
To provide support and leadership in improving the teaching and learning process within the high school.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Assists in the planning, development and implementation of school improvement plans;
Responsible for the student assessment process including collecting and analyzing student data to insure student achievement over time;
Oversees the use of technology for instruction and other professional development activities;
Supervises and evaluates instructional staff on and off site;
Leads scheduling team to improve student instructional schedules and assists in the implementation of the computerized student information system;
Implements the student discipline policy;
A clear understanding of No Child Left Behind;
Attends or provides supervision to after-school student or staff activities;
Other duties as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Superintendent and/or Superintendent.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

Demonstrated achievement in such areas: knowledge of supervisory/evaluation methods; familiar with school reform initiatives; ability to demonstrate strong instructional methodology; use of technology to support instruction and special education programming; ability to communicate in a fair and equitable manner with students, parents, staff, district office, business/industry and the community at large.
Minimum Experience and Training Required:
A Master’s degree and 18 credit hours. At least five (5) years of teaching experience and three (3) years of leadership/supervisory experience or combination of experiences approved by the State Board of Education.

Preferred Experience and Training:
Experience in the techniques of supervision and evaluation; experience utilizing student data to improve student and school performance, and mentor/assessor training. Experience working with adolescent population in urban/suburban/rural areas depending on location.
Special Requirements or Certification:
Intermediate Administration and Supervisor Certificate (Endorsement 092).

The Department encourages applicants who do not meet the stated qualifications but who believe that they possess equivalent qualifications to submit, in addition to their resumes, written statements indicating how their background and experience qualify them for the position. Appropriate certification by the date of application is required; no substitutions are permissible. Application packets should include proof of certification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested candidates should reference announcement #677, submit a cover letter, transcripts, CT Technical High School System application form, proof of certification, resume, and three current letters of reference to: Kimberly Traverso, Education Consultant-Recruitment, Connecticut Technical High Schools, 25 Industrial Park Road, Middletown, CT 06457. Tel. # (860) 807- 2208. You may obtain a copy of the application form at http://www.cttech.org/central/career-ops/application.pdf. All required documents must be submitted to be considered for interview.

Closing date for application: Until Filled

Anticipated date of employment: Negotiable

“The Connecticut State Board of Education is an equal opportunity/affirmative action entity. For more information, please call the Equal Employment Opportunity Manager, State of Connecticut Department of Education, (860) 807-2101 (Equal Employment Opportunity Manager and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator); and/or Bea Tinty, Education Consultant, Connecticut Technical High School System, (860) 807-2220. (Coordinator for matters related to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973).”