TEC Instructor

Taft School; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 154,000 - 192,000; Part time

Job summary

Taft School seeks a Certified Instructor for a Summer Teacher Training Program to lead a one-week intensive AP or related high school course training. You will deliver content, model instructional strategies, and provide resources to educators.

The role emphasizes adult-learner engagement and professional development within a collaborative TEC environment. The role requires APSI consultant certification or equivalent instructor credentials, strong communication and organization, and the ability

Qualifications

• APSI Consultant or certified instructor for a high-school level course.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a structured, week-long training aligned with high school standards.
• Provide participants with up-to-date course information, including curriculum frameworks and exam expectations.
• Model effective teaching techniques and facilitate hands-on activities and discussions.

Skills

Communication skills

Facilitation skills

Organizational skills

Adult learning principles

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Certified Instructor – Summer Teacher Training Program

Department: Taft Educational Center (TEC)

Reports To: Program Director

Position Type: Seasonal / Week-Long Contract

Position Summary

The Certified Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality professional development to teachers participating in a week-long Advanced Placement (AP) training program or other related high school courses. The instructor provides expert content knowledge, models effective instructional strategies, and supports participants in developing the skills and resources needed to effectively teach their course.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a structured, engaging, and comprehensive week-long training aligned with high school standards.
• Provide participants with up-to-date course information, including curriculum frameworks, exam expectations, scoring guidelines, and instructional best practices.
• Model effective teaching techniques and facilitate hands‑on activities, discussions, and collaborative learning.
• Share classroom‑ready resources, sample syllabi, lesson plans, assessments, and instructional materials.
• Offer constructive feedback and individualized guidance to participants with varying levels of teaching experience.
• Maintain a supportive, professional, and inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate daily schedule, expectations, and program updates to participants.
• Complete all required administrative tasks—including attendance, evaluations, and reporting—in a timely manner.
• Represent TEC professionally and uphold all program policies and protocols.

Qualifications

• Must be a College Board–endorsed AP Summer Institute (APSI) Consultant or certified instructor for a high‑school level course.
• Demonstrated expertise in teaching the relevant course at the high school level.
• Prior experience presenting professional development or leading teacher training sessions strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to engage adult learners and support a range of teaching backgrounds.
• Commitment to maintaining a productive, positive learning atmosphere.

Work Schedule & Compensation

• One-week summer assignment; specific dates to be determined by TEC.
• Daily instructional hours typically include morning and afternoon sessions, with preparation time as needed.
• Compensation is paid as a contracted service through the TEC seasonal hiring process ($3,800 per workshop week).
• Benefits are not offered with this position