Science Teacher

State of Connecticut - DOC Manson Youth Institution; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CT Teacher Retirement Plan

Health insurance

Sick and personal leave

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

State of Connecticut Department of Correction – Unified School District #1 is seeking endorsed Science Teachers to educate incarcerated students at Manson Youth Institution in Cheshire, CT. The role follows a 12-month school calendar and includes a mandatory 14-week hazardous-duty training.

Starting salaries range by step, with six months to obtain the required endorsement. Benefits include retirement plans, health coverage, sick leave, vacation, tuition reimbursement, and student loan

Qualifications

• Endorsements must be active Initial, Provisional, or Professional.
• Selected candidate must obtain applicable endorsement within six months.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizing safety and security for staff, victims, citizens, and offenders.
• Teaching curricula across early intervention, elementary, secondary, special subject, and/or special education.
• Developing educational plans for individuals and groups.
• Setting short and long-term goals and evaluating student progress.
• Holding conferences with parents or officials concerned with student performance.
• Maintaining student records and writing reports.
• Modeling positive teaching practices.

Education

Biology 4-12

Chemistry 4-12

Earth Science 4-12

General Science 4-12

Physics 4-12

Job description

Introduction

Are you an endorsed educator in Connecticut and looking to transform the lives of our incarcerated population? If so, we have the opportunity for you! The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC), Unified School District #1 (USD#1) is seeking enthusiastic Science Teachers (State School Teacher (12 Months) (35 Hour)). We are seeking to fill Science teacher openings at Manson Youth Institution in Cheshire, CT, but may also use this posting to fill positions at facilities across the state.

Eligible candidates

Eligible candidates to teach Science must have one of the following CT Teaching Endorsement:

• 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)

Please note we do not currently accept DSAP Certifications or any other short or long term permits. All Endorsements must be active Initial, Provisional, or Professional. Click here to confirm you possess the appropriate license and that it is up-to-date.

Incumbents in this class must meet the State Board of Education requirements to receive an initial educator certificate for External Diploma Program/Noncredited Mandated Programs (107). Secondary certified candidates will also need to meet the requirements to receive an initial educator certificate for High School Credit Diploma Program (106). Selected candidate will have six (6) months from their hire date to obtain the applicable endorsement.

What we can offer you

We take part in a competitive benefits plan which includes:

• Option to maintain State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System;
• A variety of medical and dental plans;
• Participation in a hybrid retirement plan which provides a retirement benefit, that may include retiree health insurance;
• Sick and personal leave;
• Five (5) weeks of scheduled vacation time;
• Annual $1,000.00 lump sum payment
• Tuition reimbursement; and
• 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.

Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page to learn more!

Position highlights

SCHEDULE: First-shift, full time (35 hours per week,) Monday through Friday

ACADEMIC CALENDAR: Unified School District (USD) #1 follows a 12-month school calendar, 222 school days per year.

TRAINING: Candidates selected for hire, are required to attend a fourteen (14) week training at the CT DOC Training Academy. More details can be found in the 'Selection Plan' of this job bulletin.

LOCATION: Manson Youth Institution

Candidates new to the State of Connecticut will start on ‘Step one’ of the pay plan, in the tier that their highest level of education corresponds to. Starting salary is non-negotiable.

Step 1 (minimum)

• $72,275
• $75,900
• $81,208

Step 13-15 (maximum)

• $111,912
• $131,422
• $140,620

About us

The Connecticut Department of Correction Unified School District #1 is dedicated to providing quality educational programs for incarcerated individuals. Academic knowledge, vocational competencies and life skills integrated with technology are offered to students in a positive environment to foster lifelong learning, multicultural awareness and a successful transition to society.

As a State School Teacher with the DOC, you will be responsible for:

• Prioritizing safety and security as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens, and offenders;
• Teaching early intervention, elementary, secondary, special subject, and/or special education curricula;
• Developing educational plans for individuals and groups;
• Setting short and long term goals and evaluating student progress;
• Participating in planning team meetings and case review conferences to assess student behavior;
• Holding conferences with parents or officials concerned with student performance;
• Relating to professionals in ancillary educational roles;
• Maintaining student records and writing reports;
• Modeling positive teaching practices.

More details can be found in the class specification.

We are seeking a candidate who possesses:

• An understanding of the different types of learning styles of students and being able to teach to their ability levels.
• The ability to work with a variety of different disciplines throughout the day.
• Working knowledge of classroom routines and disciplines.
• Outstanding personal and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to follow the class schedule as provided by the school administration with the understanding that it may change unexpectedly.

Endorsements we are recruiting for include:

• 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)

Our USD#1 motto

Our USD#1 motto is defined by the Latin phrase on the District's seal. The phrase, 'Non Sum Qualis Eram,' translates into English as 'I am not what I once was.' The hope is that returning citizens will be provided with some of the core tools required to change their path in life through education.

Our USD#1 academic programming includes:

• 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), and;
• a wide variety of Career-Technical Education (CTE) programs.

Selection Plan

This is a hazardous duty* position. Candidates selected for hire will be required to attend a 14-week hazardous duty training at the Maloney Center for Training & Staff Development located in Cheshire, CT. This training consists of both classroom and on the job training (one day of classroom presentation and nine days of “hands‑on” physical training.) The Behavior Management Program training will education on the use of physical force as it applies to self-defense, and the maintenance of order and security within the inmate population. In order to graduate, trainees will be required to pass a written exam, as well as a practical skills test which will be scored.

Questions? WE’RE HERE TO HELP

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Mackenzie Robinson at [e-mail].

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.