Science Instructor

State of Connecticut • Groton, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced Science Teacher looking to bring your passion to the State of Connecticut and continue to transform the lives of Connecticut youth? If so, please consider joining our team at Ella T. Grasso Technical High School! At the State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) we are recruiting for a Science Instructor to join our team at Ella T. Grasso Technical High School in Groton, CT. Join a dedicated educational team committed to preparing students for academic achievement and future success as a Science Instructor. In this role, you will create engaging and rigorous learning experiences that support students with diverse learning needs while fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and a strong foundation in high school science. The ideal candidate will bring strong content knowledge, effective instructional practices, and a passion for helping students succeed in both individual and collaborative learning environments. As a Science Instructor, you will design and implement purposeful lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and instructional goals, utilizing differentiated strategies and varied assessment methods to support all learners. You will cultivate a positive classroom culture that promotes respect, intellectual engagement, and active participation while effectively managing classroom procedures and student behavior. Collaboration is an essential component of this position, as you will work closely with guidance staff, special education personnel, and support service educators to ensure accommodations and individualized supports are successfully implemented. In addition to classroom instruction, this role requires a commitment to professional growth, reflective teaching practices, and ongoing communication with students and families. The successful candidate will actively participate in professional learning communities, uphold the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality, and support the mission, policies, and values of the district while helping to maintain a safe, ethical, and student-centered school environment. To be considered for this position, Science Instructors must possess an active State of Connecticut teaching certificate in one of the following areas: 031 Chemistry Through exemplary trade and academic programming, CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut. We invite you to explore our CTECS Instructor Information webpage for more information.

Requirements

• Possess an active State of Connecticut teaching certificate in one of the following areas: 031 Chemistry
• 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

• Well versed in high school science curricula.
• Professional experiences related to the field of teaching Science.
• Experience with varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning.
• Experience with fostering and facilitating learning, classroom management, and behavior intervention plans.
• Experience delivering ideas and objectives through oral and written communication
• Experience utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Office and Google Products.

Responsibilities

• Engage in intentional planning to prepare lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, use appropriate techniques, and serve the needs of all learners in the classroom through differentiation
• Knowledge of Science content and pedagogy in content-specific high school Science curricula
• Understand the varied needs of each student
• Work collaboratively with guidance personnel and other support service educators to assist students with special programming; ensure IEP and 504 accommodations/modifications are implemented
• Set instructional goals and outcomes
• Knowledge and use of varied instructional practices and resources
• Effectively design instructional learning opportunities
• Effectively design assessments
• Develop mutual respect and rapport with students
• Establish a culture for learning
• Manage classroom procedures
• Positively manage student behavior
• Organize physical space to maximize learning opportunities
• Effectively communicate with students
• Effectively use inquiry, questioning, and discussion techniques
• Keep students intellectually engaged
• Follow the scope and sequence of the approved CTECS instructional program and curriculum
• Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
• Utilize assessments on an on-going basis to design clear and specific learning tasks
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
• Reflect on teaching practices
• Maintain accurate records
• Maintain effective and on-going communication with students and their families
• Participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate educating students
• Participate in professional communities
• Demonstrate growth in professional craft
• Demonstrate professionalism; adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
• Implement the CTECS Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives
• Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
• Maintain confidentiality concerning personnel, student, and operational concerns of the district
• Report all cases of suspected child abuse to appropriate school personnel and authorities

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: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED