Science Teacher State School Teacher (12 Months) (35 Hour) #260806-8039T4-001

Join the State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC), Unified School District #1 (USD#1) as a Science Teacher and transform the lives of incarcerated individuals. While the immediate opening is at Manson Youth Institution in Cheshire, CT, this posting may also fill positions at facilities across the state.

Requirements

• Active Connecticut Teaching Endorsement in one of the following:
  • Biology, Grades 4-12 (030)
  • Chemistry, Grades 4-12 (031)
  • Earth Science, Grades 4-12 (033)
  • General Science, Grades 4-12 (034)
  • Physics, Grades 4-12 (032)
• Endorsement must be at the Initial, Provisional, or Professional level (DSAP Certifications or short/long-term permits are not accepted).
• Must meet State Board of Education requirements for an initial educator certificate for External Diploma Program/Noncredited Mandated Programs (107). Secondary certified candidates must also meet requirements for High School Credit Diploma Program (106).
• Selected candidate must obtain the applicable endorsement within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety and security for staff, victims, citizens, and offenders.
• Teach early intervention, elementary, secondary, special subject, and/or special education curricula.
• Develop educational plans for individuals and groups, setting short and long-term goals.
• Evaluate student progress and participate in planning team meetings and case review conferences.
• Hold conferences with parents or officials regarding student performance.
• Collaborate with professionals in ancillary educational roles.
• Maintain student records and write reports.
• Model positive teaching practices.

Skills

• Understanding of diverse learning styles and ability to teach to varying ability levels.
• Ability to work across multiple disciplines throughout the day.
• Working knowledge of classroom routines and discipline.
• Outstanding personal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to unexpected changes in the class schedule.

Benefits

• Option to maintain State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System.
• Variety of medical and dental plans.
• Hybrid retirement plan with potential retiree health insurance benefits.
• Sick and personal leave.
• Five (5) weeks of scheduled vacation time.
• Annual $1,000 lump sum payment.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service.

Pay

Starting salary is non-negotiable and based on education level:

• Bachelor’s Degree: $72,275 (Step 1) to $111,912 (Step 13-15)
• Master’s Degree: $75,900 (Step 1) to $131,422 (Step 13-15)
• 6th Year Degree: $81,208 (Step 1) to $140,620 (Step 13-15)

Schedule

• First-shift, full-time (35 hours per week), Monday through Friday.
• 12-month school calendar, 222 school days per year.
• Selected candidates must complete a 14-week training at the CT DOC Training Academy.

About Us

The Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) is a diverse agency dedicated to public safety, ensuring offenders serve sentences in safe, humane facilities with re-entry programming. USD#1 provides quality educational programs for incarcerated individuals, including:

• K-12 High School Program
• Adult Basic Education (ABE)
• General Education Development (GED)
• Credit Diploma Program (CDP)
• English Second Language (ESL)/Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
• Career-Technical Education (CTE) programs

The USD#1 motto, "Non Sum Qualis Eram" ("I am not what I once was"), reflects the mission to equip returning citizens with tools for positive life changes through education.

Selection Plan

• Include related endorsement certification(s) and licensure details in your application.
• Select all DOC facility locations you are interested in and commutable to.
• Selected candidates may be required to present a lesson plan as part of the interview process.
• This is a hazardous duty position requiring a 14-week training at the Maloney Center for Training & Staff Development, including classroom and physical training, written exams, and practical skills tests.