THS Science Instructor (Biology/Chemistry) Office/On-site #260623-9210VS-001

About the role

The State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is recruiting a THS Science Instructor (Biology/Chemistry) to join our team at Harvard H. Ellis Technical High School located in Killingly, CT.

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 Math content and pedagogy of high school Mathematics 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 ongoing 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
• 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

Qualifications

• Experience 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
• Possess an active State of Connecticut teaching certificate in one of the following areas: 030 Biology, 031 Chemistry, 032 Physics, 034 General Science, 4â12 or be Eligible for a State of Connecticut teaching certificate in subject area (includes ARC candidates)

Skills

• Experienced in high school science curricula
• Proficient in teaching Science
• Skilled in varied assessments to inform instruction and promote learning
• Skilled in fostering and facilitating learning, classroom management, and behavior intervention plans
• Skilled in delivering ideas and objectives through oral and written communication
• Skilled in utilizing computer software such as Microsoft Office and Google Products

Benefits and Balance

• 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
• The State of CT is an eligible Public Services Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extra Income Opportunities
• Professional Development
• Career Growth within our System

Pay

VS01-VS02, derived from the State Vocational Federation of Teachers.

Schedule

First shift, full time (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday.

Location

Harvard H. Ellis Technical High School

Close Date

7/10/2026 11:59:00 PM

Additional Information

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Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

In the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System this class is accountable for educating students in academic and trade coursework.

- Experience 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.

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.

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