THS Electrical Instructor (Professional) (Office/On-site)

State of Connecticut - CT Technical Ed and Career Sys; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Connecticut's Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) seeks an Electrical Trade Instructor for Platt Technical High School in Milford. The role involves preparing students for electrical trades and teaching curricula aligned to CT standards and the National Electrical Code.

Salary is VS01–VS02, derived from the State Vocational Federation of Teachers. The school calendar runs ten months (188 days/year) with a first shift, full-time schedule (35 hours/week).

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut teaching certificate (090 or DSAP)
• Minimum of eight (8) years of hands-on electrical experience
• Formal training credit allowed for coursework related to electrical trades
• Eight (8) years experience required for each subject area
• Current OSHA 10- General Industry certification
• E-1 electrical contractor license required at time of application
• CT CDL with proper endorsements required to operate CT ETV
• OSHA Train-the-Trainer certification within two years of employment

Responsibilities

• Educate students in academic and electrical technology coursework.
• Develop and design lesson and unit plans.
• Deliver instruction aligned with the National Electrical Code and CT standards.
• Support student engagement, provide tutoring and counseling.
• Maintain classroom records and collaborate with colleagues and industry partners.

Skills

Teaching certificate (CT 090 or DSAP)

OSHA 10 General Industry

OSHA Train-the-Trainer CFR-1926

E-1 Electrical Contractor License

CT CDL with endorsements

Education

State of Connecticut teaching certificate

Job description

Introduction

Are you an experienced electrical professional who is passionate about preparing the next generation of skilled technicians? At the State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) we are recruiting for an anticipated position as an Electrical Trade Instructor to join our team at Platt Technical High School in Milford.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, incumbents must possess an active State of Connecticut teaching certificate in one of the following areas:

• Requires 090 certification
• OR DSAP eligible

We are looking for:

• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant, varied, hands‑on experience in the Electrical field.
• Experience must encompass all areas specified in the program description in order to effectively teach the approved Electrical curriculum. For a detailed explanation, please reference the Electrical program description.
• Formal training (college or technical institutes) can count up to five (5) years. Formal training credit should be applied for coursework directly associated with electrical. Transcript review should determine the percentage of study time devoted to trade and be applied proportionally.
• Combined experience cannot be counted to obtain multiple endorsements. Requirement is eight (8) years for each subject area.
• Assistance is provided to the selected candidate in navigating and attaining certification. Required courses include tuition reimbursement.
• Current OSHA 10- General Industry Certification.
• An E-1 electrical contractor’s license issued by the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection is required at time of application.
• Connecticut Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with proper endorsements required to operate a CTECS STV with-in first year of employment.
• OSHA Train-the-Trainer (CFR-1926) certification with-in two years of employment.

Position Highlights

Schedule: first shift, full time (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday (7 hours a day)

Locations: Platt Technical High School in Milford.

Salary: VS01‑VS02, derived from the State Vocational Federation of Teachers.

Academic Calendar: CTECS follows a ten‑month academic calendar (188 days per year.)

Benefits and Balance at the State of Connecticut

• Option to maintain State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System
• A variety of medical and dental plans
• Sick and personal leave
• 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
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extra Income Opportunities
• Professional Development
• Career Growth within our System
• Providing limitless opportunities
• Hiring for diverse and fresh perspectives
• Performing meaningful work and encouraging a healthy work/life balance!

About Us

For over 100 years, CTECS has been the leading force in Career Technical Education (CTE) in the State of Connecticut. CTECS operates 17 diploma‑granting technical high schools, one technical education center and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners.

Purpose of Job Class (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System this class is accountable for educating students in academic and trade coursework.

Examples of Duties

CTECS Electrical Instructors teach courses in the discipline of electrical technologies. They will be required to develop and design lesson and/or unit plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions utilizing a variety of pedagogical methods, including but not limited to differentiated instruction, fostering building of relationships, etc. Instructors will provide social emotional support in the learning process and ensure student engagement. Electrical instructors provide tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintain classroom records and assess student coursework. Electrical instructors also collaborate and support colleagues regarding research interests and co‑curricular activities. Electrical Instructors are required to attend periodic building‑level and districtwide meetings and professional development. Electrical instructors are required to meet with business and industry partners in an effort to maintain being current in the trade and to keep apprised to the newest technology, as well as providing feedback to district curriculum teams on modern industry practices to adjust curricula when needed. These relationships also connect the program and students to employment and work‑based learning opportunities. For more information regarding this, please review your bargaining unit contract for more information (see link above). CTECS Electrical instructors educate students on proper safety procedures and competencies that are aligned to the current National Electrical Code that are currently adopted in Connecticut. These codes dictate the adopted practice of installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Additionally, instructors in the electrical technology area report to a department head.

Special Requirements

Incumbents must possess at time of appointment a valid certificate issued by the Connecticut State Board of Education in accordance with the Certification Regulations Concerning State Educator Certificates, Permits and Authorizations, with a secondary school endorsement.

Conclusion

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

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.