THS Electrical Instructor (Professional) Office/On-site #261015-9210VS-001

State of Connecticut; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Medical and dental plans

Sick and personal leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Career growth

Job summary

State of Connecticut, via the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS), seeks an Electrical Trade Instructor for Platt Technical High School in Milford. The role focuses on preparing students in electrical technologies and safety aligned with the National Electrical Code.

Incumbents must hold a CT teaching certificate or DSAP eligibility, maintain OSHA 10, and obtain an E-1 license. CDL endorsements expected within the first year and Train-the-Trainer within two years.

Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of varied, hands-on electrical experience required.
• Certificate and endorsements: CT teaching certificate or eligible DSAP.
• Current OSHA 10- General Industry certification.
• E-1 electrical contractor license (CT) required at time of application.
• CDL with proper endorsements required within first year.
• OSHA Train-the-Trainer certification within two years.
• Formal training credit allowed up to five years if coursework relates to electrical trades.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design lesson plans to teach electrical technologies and codes.
• Deliver engaging instruction and adapt pedagogy to diverse learners; supervise student projects.
• Collaborate with industry partners to keep curricula current and provide work-based learning opportunities.

Skills

Electrical trade experience

Teaching certificate (CT)

OSHA 10 General Industry

CDL with endorsements

E-1 electrical contractor license

DSAP eligible

OSHA Train-the-Trainer CFR-1926

Education

State of CT Teaching Certificate

Tools

OSHA 10 General Industry

E-1 electrical contractor license

CDL with endorsements

OSHA Train-the-Trainer CFR-1926

DSAP eligibility

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.

To Be Considered For This Position, Incumbents Must Posses 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 proportionately.


• 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

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


• 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

As a CTECS Employee, You May Also Benefit From

• Tuition Reimbursement


• Extra Income Opportunities


• Professional Development


• Career Growth within our System

In Addition, The State Puts An Emphasis On

• 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.

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.