Paid 18-Month Elementary Teacher Residency with Mentors

Waterbury Public Schools; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterbury Public Schools is seeking candidates for the Connecticut Teacher Residency Program, an alternate route to certification aimed at increasing educators of color in elementary schools. Candidates will undergo 18 months of rigorous coursework and serve in a paid residency under a Mentor Teacher. Responsibilities include planning instruction, completing assessments for certification, and making a three-year commitment to a classroom teaching position in the District. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and be accepted into the program.

Qualifications

• Accepted into the CT Teacher Residency Program.
• Some knowledge of core curriculum areas.
• Knowledge of child development and classroom management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Serve in a Resident position under a Mentor Teacher.
• Plan instruction and complete coursework for 18 months.
• Attend professional development sessions.

Skills

Listening skills

Adaptability

Effective communication

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor's degree with 39 semester hours

Job description

Waterbury Public Schools is seeking candidates for the Connecticut Teacher Residency Program, an alternate route to certification aimed at increasing educators of color in elementary schools. Candidates will undergo 18 months of rigorous coursework and serve in a paid residency under a Mentor Teacher. Responsibilities include planning instruction, completing assessments for certification, and making a three-year commitment to a classroom teaching position in the District. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and be accepted into the program.