Technology Education Teacher (HS)

Sylvania; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 51,079 - 107,539; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Technology Education Teacher for Bassick High School. The role involves designing lessons that promote problem-solving and assessing student progress.

Qualified candidates should have a master's degree preferred, and technology education certification. Teaching experience is preferred, along with proficiency in various educational technologies. This position offers a competitive salary based on the BEA contract schedule and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Three years' successful teaching experience in an urban setting preferred.
• Demonstrated skill and dexterity with business machines.
• Proficient in CS (Web Design and Computer Science).

Responsibilities

• Establish instructional goals in line with the curriculum.
• Design lessons that promote problem-solving and creativity.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Educational technology

Problem-solving

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree preferred

Required certification: Technology Education (047)

Tools

Adobe Design Standard CS6

Xerox digital reproduction equipment

Versaworks Production

Job description

2026-2027 School Year

Bridgeport Public Schools

Human Resources Department

45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324, Bridgeport, CT 06604

TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION TEACHER - BASSICK HIGH SCHOOL

STEP/SALARY: BA - 6TH YEAR / $51,079 - $107,539

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish and adjust instructional goals and objectives to reflect district/school goals, curriculum policies, and the knowledge, skills, progress at the secondary level.
• Design lessons that provide opportunity for problem-solving, creativity, and communication skills in relation to authentic, real-world problems.
• Establish and maintain standards for behavior that foster student self-discipline and positive relationships among students.
• Commit to ongoing professional development in content area and pedagogy.
• Plan learning activities to address individual differences among students.
• Develop, administer, and evaluate quality formative and summative assessments that reflect a balance of content knowledge and problem-solving skills.
• Monitor and evaluate students' progress in relation to district/school curriculum and policies and other planned goals and objectives.
• Encourage, secure, and maintain the involvement of parents and other community members in support of instruction.
• Involve parents in the assessment of their children's progress and needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required certification: Technology Education (047); master's degree preferred.
• Three years' successful teaching experience in an urban setting preferred.
• At least six months successful experience as a business employee.
• Demonstrated skill and dexterity in working with business machines and equipment, including Xerox digital reproduction equipment, Versacam vs-540, Versacam 540I, large format substrate cutter, HD-7700 Ultima Spiral Binding System.
• Experience in the use of educational technology.
• Proficiency with the following computer applications: Adobe Design standard CS6, Versaworks Production, Xerox Freeflow, Command workstation, Centreware Internet Services, Fiery server.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relation skills.
• Special Requirements: Proficient in CS (Web Design and Computer Science).

Salary will be in accordance with the BEA contract salary schedule.

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, responsibilities, qualifications, physical, and cognitive, which comprise this position. The above is intended to be a fair representation of the "typical" demands of the position. In all cases, these relationships, functions, and their applications are subject to change by the Superintendent.

It is the policy of the Bridgeport Board of Education not to discriminate because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, present or past mental disorder, or learning disability, in any of its educational programs, activities or employment practices. The Bridgeport Board of Education is an affirmative-action/equal opportunity employer.