Social Studies Instructor

State of Connecticut • Groton, CT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is recruiting an experienced Social Studies Instructor passionate about educating the future of the field and transforming the lives of CT's youth population. This position is located at Ella T Grasso Technical High School in Groton, CT. CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut through exemplary trade and academic programming. The role involves planning and delivering effective, differentiated instruction, fostering a positive classroom environment, engaging students, collaborating with colleagues and families, and maintaining professionalism. The position follows a ten-month academic calendar (188 days per year) and is a first shift, full-time role (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• Active State of Connecticut teaching certificate in one of the following areas: 026 (History & Social Studies) certification OR be Eligible for a State of Connecticut teaching certificate in subject area (includes ARC candidates).
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experiences related to the field of teaching Social Studies.
• 21st century standards-based lesson planning aligned to the College, Career, and Civic Life (C3) Framework for Social Studies and the CT Core Standards in History/Social Studies.
• Experience with varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning.
• Ability to foster and facilitate learning and classroom management.
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Effective, active listening skills.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others.
• Organizational and problem solving skills.
• Excellent public relations skills.
• Entry-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
• Experience in teaching or substitute teaching.
• Able to demonstrate varied methods of lesson delivery, assessing student knowledge, and the use of educational technology.
• Involvement in student/community activities.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering effective, differentiated instruction that meets the needs of all students, including implementing IEP and 504 accommodations.
• Fostering a positive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Engaging students through effective teaching and assessment practices.
• Collaborating with colleagues and families.
• Maintaining professionalism through ongoing reflection, professional development, policy compliance, confidentiality, and student safety.
• 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 History/Social Studies content and pedagogy of all high school History/Social Studies 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 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED