Chemistry and Forensic Science Teacher

Ellington Public Schools; Ellington (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Connecticut Teachers' Retirement

Paid leave

Job summary

Ellington Public Schools seeks a full-time Chemistry and Forensic Science teacher for Ellington High School for the 2026–2027 school year. The ideal candidate holds a CT teaching certificate with a 031 Chemistry endorsement; additional science endorsements are preferred.

Experience in forensic science is a plus, and background checks will be conducted. The position offers salary placement per the Ellington Education Association contract, with benefits including medical, dental, and life

Qualifications

• Applicant must hold a valid State of Connecticut teaching certificate with a 031, Chemistry endorsement.
• An additional science endorsement code is preferred, but not required.
• Experience teaching forensic science is a plus.
• A state and national criminal check will be required as well as a DCF search.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry and Forensic Science to high school students.
• Full-time position for the 2026–2027 school year at Ellington High School.

Skills

Teaching

Chemistry

Forensic science

Education

Connecticut teaching certificate (031 Chemistry endorsement)

Job description

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Science - Chemistry
  
• Date Posted:
  10/13/2026
  
• Location:
  Ellington High School
  
• Date Available:
  November
  

Description: Ellington Public Schools is seeking applications for a full-time Chemistry and Forensic Science teacher at Ellington High School the 2026–2027 school year.

Qualifications: Applicants must hold a valid State of Connecticut teaching certificate with a 031, Chemistry endorsement. An additional science endorsement code is preferred, but not required. Experience teaching forensic science is a plus. A state and national criminal check will be required as well as a DCF search.

Salary and Benefits: $57,815 – $86,454, with placement on the salary schedule based on education and experience in accordance with the Ellington Education Association contract. Benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance, participation in the Connecticut Teachers' Retirement System, and paid leave in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Selection Procedure: Applicants chosen by the selection committee for an initial interview will be contacted.