THS Graphics Technology Instructor (090 Endorsement)

State of Connecticut - CT Technical Ed and Career Sys; Bridgeport (CT); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

CTECS in Bridgeport, CT seeks a THS Graphics Technology Instructor to join the professional education team at Bullard Havens Technical High School. The role focuses on delivering a robust Graphics program with hands‑on lab work and theory, demanding planning, delivery, and student assessment.

Ideal candidates will have teaching experience, familiarity with educational technology, and the ability to connect with diverse student populations.

Qualificações

• Intermediate-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
• Completed VTE 113, VTE 116, and a Special Education course.
• Experience in teaching or substitute teaching and ability to demonstrate methods of delivering lessons, assessing student knowledge, and the use of educational technology.

Responsabilidades

• Teach all aspects of the Graphics curriculum in a theory and hands‑on approach.
• Plan and deliver information, assess student competency using educational technology.
• Operate in a laboratory setting with hand and power tools and manage shop projects.
• Participate in district and building professional development and collaboration opportunities.
• Collaborate with committees and departments to facilitate student learning.

Conhecimentos

Teaching experience

Educational technology use

Computer skills

Substitute teaching

Formação académica

VTE 113

VTE 116

Special Education course

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Introduction

Bring your Graphic Technology skills to CTECS and help shape the next generation! The State of Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is hiring for a THS Graphics Technology Instructor (THS Instructor - Professional) to join our professional education team at Bullard Havens Technical High School, located in Bridgeport, CT.

Position Highlights

SCHEDULE: first shift, full time (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday.

LOCATION: Bullard Havens Technical High School (Bridgeport, CT)

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.

As a CTECS employee, you may also benefit from:

• Tuition Reimbursement;
• Extra Income Opportunities;
• Professional Development; and,
• Career Growth within our System.

Visit the CTECS Employee Benefits page to learn more!

• Providing limitless opportunities;
• Hiring for diverse and fresh perspectives;
• Performing meaningful work and;
• Encouraging a healthy work/life balance!

Connecticut Technical High School System

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 aviation maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners.

Our Mission: Through exemplary trade and academic programming, CTECS prepares trade‑bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut. Become inspired to join our educational workforce!

Your Role

Graphic Technology instructors are expected to be capable of teaching all aspects of the curriculum. The Graphics program is a mixture of theoretical and hands‑on training. The theoretical training will require instructors to plan and deliver information, and then assess the student’s competency. This will be done in a variety of methods, some will include the use of educational technology. Instructors need the basic computer skills to access online curriculum/resources and present lessons to students.

The hands‑on portion of the Graphics curriculum will require instructors to possess the technical skill to complete various design and creation tasks. Along with standing and moving, many tasks will require the ability to bend at the waist, squat, and kneel, as well as work with and manipulate items above the head. Lifting and transporting heavier items can also be expected.

While working in the laboratory environment, the Graphics instructor will be required to use a variety of hand and power tools. This will require fine and gross motor skills to appropriately manipulate work pieces and tools. The shop projects and operations include, but are not limited to, using basic hand tools and using portable power tools e.g., corded/cordless drills, etc.

Instructors will also be required to participate in building and district level professional development and collaboration opportunities. This will include working with various committees and departments to facilitate student learning.

More details can be found under the 'Examples of Duties' section as well as the class specification.

Start with us. Stay with us. Grow with us.

Possible career pathways for Trade instructors may include: Department Head, Consulting, or Administration opportunities. CTECS employees may also transfer to other schools to gain a vast skillset working with different student and professional populations.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intermediate-level computer skills including Microsoft Office and Google Products.
• Preferred candidates will have completed VTE 113, VTE 116, and a Special Education course.
• Preferred candidates will have experience in teaching or substitute teaching and be able to demonstrate methods of delivering lessons, assessing student knowledge, and the use of educational technology. This may include involvement in student/community activities.

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

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.