Classroom Teacher / Technology Education

Connecticut REAP - Middletown, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Middletown, CT

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Aerospace and Manufacturing Teacher at Middletown High School is responsible for delivering instruction in various academic subjects, with a focus on preparing students for life after graduation. The teacher evaluates students' skills and abilities, creates lesson plans, and monitors progress through assignments and tests. Adaptability to classroom size and individual student needs is essential, along with effective communication with parents and supervision of students. The role also involves collaboration with fellow educators and participation in staff development.

Responsibilities

• Provides and prioritizes appropriate teaching methods, instruction, and assessment for each student's needs to prepare them for life after graduation.
• Prepares, in advance, appropriate lesson plans.
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of subject matter.
• Maintains accurate records, grades tests, conducts progressive evaluations, and compile reports as required by Connecticut Statutes, Regulations, and Board of Education policy.
• Adapts lessons to changes in class size.
• Establishes and maintains open communication and positive rapport with students, school personnel, and parents.
• Participates in the completion of parent and student counseling.
• Works with fellow teachers, directors, and administration in planning for instruction.
• Participates in staff development and in-service training.
• Establishes and maintains a learning environment conducive to teaching and learning; plan and implement effective use of classroom time.
• Implement and enforce Board of Education and school-based mission, goals, policies, and procedures to uphold the regulations and meet student needs.
• Works collaboratively with school counseling personnel and other special educators to assist students with individual needs.
• Communicates curriculum and student-related information to students and parents effectively verbally and in writing.
• At times, work with students outside of the contractual day for co-curricular events related to the Aerospace and Manufacturing curriculum and instruction.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Science or related field required.
• Must have a current Connecticut teacher's certification (047 Technology Education, PK-12) or be enrolled in a qualifying alternate route to certification program by date of hire.

Nice-to-haves

• Employment in the Aerospace and Manufacturing industries.
• Certifications and licensure related to Aerospace and Manufacturing or a willingness to obtain relevant certifications and licensure within an agreed upon timeline.
• Experience teaching related subjects.
• Willingness to build community and industry partnerships to strengthen curriculum and experiential learning experiences.

Benefits

• Salary as per MFT (Teacher's Union) Contract.