Precision Machining Trade Instructor

State of Connecticut • Waterbury, CT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Shape the Next Generation of Skilled Precision Machinists with CTECS! At the State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) we are recruiting for a Precision Machining Trade Instructor to join our team at W.F. Kaynor Technical High School in Waterbury, CT. If you are an experienced Precision Machining professional with a passion for sharing your knowledge, CTECS invites you to join our team as a Precision Machining Trade Instructor. In this rewarding role, you will prepare students for successful careers in advanced manufacturing by combining classroom instruction with hands-on training that reflects today's industry standards. You'll demonstrate safe work practices, teach the operation of precision machining equipment and tools, and provide students with the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the workforce. Working in both laboratory and classroom settings, you'll create engaging learning experiences while building partnerships with local businesses to connect students with valuable real-world opportunities. If you're ready to inspire future machinists, promote a culture of safety, and make a lasting impact on Connecticut's skilled workforce, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• 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 (090 Occupational Subject Endorsement).
• Alternatively, qualify with 8 years of experience in the trade or technical field.
• Alternatively, qualify with 6 years of experience with an associate degree in the subject area.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates that have completed VTE 113, VTE 116 and a Special Education course (approved by CT-SDE).
• Experience implementing 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 with effective oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Experience providing instructional support.
• Experience with maintaining records and charts.
• Experience preparing charts.
• Experience in teaching or substitute teaching and be able to demonstrate methods of delivering lessons, assessing student knowledge and the use of educational technology.
• Involvement in student/community activities.
• Experience with SEL, differentiated instruction, synchronous and asynchronous learning.
• Prior experience and connections to the school culture, i.e. CTEAC Member, WBL Sponsor, Job Shadowing Sponsor, and/or PFO Member.

Responsibilities

• Prepare students for successful careers in advanced manufacturing by combining classroom instruction with hands-on training that reflects today's industry standards.
• Demonstrate safe work practices.
• Teach the operation of precision machining equipment and tools.
• Provide students with the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the workforce.
• Create engaging learning experiences in both laboratory and classroom settings.
• Build partnerships with local businesses to connect students with valuable real-world opportunities.
• Inspire future machinists.
• Promote a culture of safety.
• Make a lasting impact on Connecticut's skilled workforce.

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
• Education Level: Associate degree