THS Electrical Department Head

State of Connecticut • Milford, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is recruiting for an anticipated position as an Electrical Department Head to join our team at Platt Technical High School, located in Milford, CT. CTECS is seeking a dedicated THS Electrical Department Head to provide engaging, hands-on instruction that equips students with the technical knowledge and practical skills needed for success in today's electrical and electronics industries. In this rewarding role, you will deliver a comprehensive curriculum that blends classroom instruction with immersive laboratory experiences, helping students master circuit design, electronics systems, troubleshooting, robotics, and the safe use of industry-standard tools and equipment. You will develop and deliver engaging lessons using current instructional technologies, assess student learning, and foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where students can build confidence and technical expertise. Beyond the classroom, you will collaborate with colleagues, participate in professional development, and contribute to school and district initiatives that support student achievement and workforce readiness. If you are committed to excellence in technical education and enjoy mentoring future skilled trades professionals, we encourage you to apply and make a lasting impact with CTECS.

Requirements

• Active State of Connecticut teaching certificate in one of the following areas: 090 Occupational Subject, Vocational Technical Schools AND an E-1 Unlimited Electrical Contractor license
• 826 Vocational Department Head: Trade Technology
• 092 Intermediate Administration or Supervision
• OSHA Train-the-Trainer (CFR 1926) certification within two years of employment
• Or qualify for a Durational Shortage Area Permit (DSAP).
• Obtain BLS instructor certification through the American Heart Association within the first year of employment.
• Obtain an American Red Cross CPR instructor certification within the first year of employment.
• Obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with proper endorsements required to drive the student transport vehicle within the first year of employment.
• Incumbents must possess at time of appointment 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Products.
• 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.
• Experience using 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.
• Experience utilizing oral and written communication skills
• Experience using interpersonal skills
• Experience providing instructional support
• Experience maintaining records and charts; ability to prepare reports.
• Experience with SEL, differentiated instruction, synchronous and asynchronous learning.
• Prior connections to the school culture, i.e. PAC Member, WBL Sponsor, Job Shadowing Sponsor, and/or PFO Member.

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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Educate students in academic and trade coursework while also serving as an instructional leader who facilitates the operations of a department.
• Supervises students in classrooms, laboratories, and CTECS shops as well as on off-campus production sites.
• Teach courses in the discipline of electrical technologies.
• 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.
• Provide social emotional support in the learning process and ensure student engagement.
• Provide tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintain classroom records and assess student coursework.
• Collaborate and support colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities.
• Attend periodic building-level and districtwide meetings and professional development.
• 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.
• Educate students on proper safety procedures and competencies that are aligned to the current National Electrical Code that are currently adopted in Connecticut.
• Report to a department head.

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: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed