Durational Physical Education / Health Instructor

State of Connecticut • Manchester, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is seeking a passionate and student-focused Durational Physical Education / Health Instructor to join their team at Howell Cheney Technical High School in Manchester, CT. This role involves inspiring students to develop knowledge, skills, and confidence for healthy, active lives, while fostering teamwork, resilience, and lifelong wellness. The instructor will deliver engaging, standards-based instruction using innovative teaching practices that promote active learning and student success. They will create a positive, inclusive classroom environment encouraging student potential through student-centered instruction, differentiated learning, physically engaging activities, educational technology, and current instructional strategies. Building strong partnerships with families, collaborating with colleagues, and participating in ongoing professional learning are also key aspects of this position. CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet skilled workforce needs in Connecticut through exemplary trade and academic programming.

Requirements

• Possess 043 (Health) & 044 (Physical Education) certifications.
• Possess a valid certificate issued by the Connecticut State Board of Education in accordance with the Certification Regulations Concerning State Educator Certificates, Permits and Authorizations, with a secondary school endorsement at the time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Eligibility for a State of Connecticut teaching certificate in subject area (includes ARC candidates).
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university or college.
• Well versed and or experienced in high school Physical Education and Health curricula.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, standards-based instruction using innovative teaching practices that promote active learning and student success.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all learners are encouraged to reach their full potential.
• Utilize student-centered instruction, differentiated learning, physically engaging activities, educational technology, and current instructional strategies.
• Build strong partnerships with families.
• Collaborate with colleagues.
• Participate in ongoing professional learning to continuously enhance instructional practice.

Benefits

• Option to maintain State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System
• A variety of medical and dental plans
• Sick and personal leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extra Income Opportunities
• Professional Development
• Career Growth within our System

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level