Connecticut
State School Teacher (12 Months) (To Teach English to Speakers of Other Language
Connecticut, Cheshire, Connecticut, us, 06410
Introduction
Are you an endorsed educator in Connecticut and looking to transform the lives of our incarcerated population? If so, we have a unique opportunity for you to consider! The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) Unified School District #1 is seeking enthusiastic and experienced educators to teach English to speakers of other languages to transitioning students to function in both the workplace and in personal capacities in the role titled State School Teacher. Candidates must have an experienced background in teaching English. Eligible candidates to teach English to speakers of other languages must have one of the following CT Teaching Endorsements: TESOL 111, PK-12 088 Non-English Speaking Adults. What We Can Offer You
We take part in a competitive benefits plan which includes a variety of medical and dental plans; participation in a hybrid retirement plan; sick and personal leave; five weeks of scheduled vacation; an annual $1,000 lump sum payment; tuition reimbursement; and the State of CT is an eligible Public Services Loan Forgiveness employer. Position Highlights
SCHEDULE: first-shift, full time (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday. LOCATION: Manson Youth Institution (Cheshire, CT). NOTE: Unified School District (USD) #1 follows a 12-month school calendar. TRAINING: Candidates selected for hire are required to attend a fourteen-week training at the CT DOC Training Academy. About Us
The Connecticut Department of Correction is a diverse agency with a wide variety of employees from correction officers, to educators, to managers and skilled professionals. It protects public safety by ensuring offenders serve their sentences in facilities that are safe, humane, and provide re‑entry programming. The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction is the agency responsible for corrections in the U.S. State of Connecticut. The DOC operates 13 correctional facilities. The DOC protects public safety by ensuring offenders serve their sentences in facilities that are safe, humane, and provide re‑entry programming. Your Role
As a State School Teacher with the DOC, you will be responsible for: Prioritizing safety and security as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens, and offenders. Teaching early intervention, elementary, secondary, special subject, and/or special education curricula. Developing educational plans for individuals and groups; setting short and long‑term goals and evaluating student progress. Participating in planning team meetings and case review conferences to assess student behavior. Relating to professionals in ancillary educational roles. Maintaining student records and writing reports. Modeling positive teaching practices. Qualifications
We are seeking a candidate who possesses: An understanding of the different types of learning styles of students and being able to teach to their ability levels. The ability to work with a variety of different disciplines throughout the day. Working knowledge of classroom routines and disciplines. Outstanding personal and interpersonal skills. The ability to follow the class schedule as provided by the school administration with the understanding that it may change unexpectedly. Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with teaching a diverse group of people. • Experience working in a correctional institution setting. • Experience teaching groups of people with differing levels of education. • The following State of CT teaching Endorsements: TESOL 111, PK-12; 088 Non-English Speaking Adults. Special Requirements
Employment in this class is conditional upon possession of a valid Connecticut State Board of Education teaching certificate appropriate to the teaching assignment. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle operator's license. 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. Acknowledgement
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
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Are you an endorsed educator in Connecticut and looking to transform the lives of our incarcerated population? If so, we have a unique opportunity for you to consider! The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) Unified School District #1 is seeking enthusiastic and experienced educators to teach English to speakers of other languages to transitioning students to function in both the workplace and in personal capacities in the role titled State School Teacher. Candidates must have an experienced background in teaching English. Eligible candidates to teach English to speakers of other languages must have one of the following CT Teaching Endorsements: TESOL 111, PK-12 088 Non-English Speaking Adults. What We Can Offer You
We take part in a competitive benefits plan which includes a variety of medical and dental plans; participation in a hybrid retirement plan; sick and personal leave; five weeks of scheduled vacation; an annual $1,000 lump sum payment; tuition reimbursement; and the State of CT is an eligible Public Services Loan Forgiveness employer. Position Highlights
SCHEDULE: first-shift, full time (35 hours per week) Monday through Friday. LOCATION: Manson Youth Institution (Cheshire, CT). NOTE: Unified School District (USD) #1 follows a 12-month school calendar. TRAINING: Candidates selected for hire are required to attend a fourteen-week training at the CT DOC Training Academy. About Us
The Connecticut Department of Correction is a diverse agency with a wide variety of employees from correction officers, to educators, to managers and skilled professionals. It protects public safety by ensuring offenders serve their sentences in facilities that are safe, humane, and provide re‑entry programming. The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction is the agency responsible for corrections in the U.S. State of Connecticut. The DOC operates 13 correctional facilities. The DOC protects public safety by ensuring offenders serve their sentences in facilities that are safe, humane, and provide re‑entry programming. Your Role
As a State School Teacher with the DOC, you will be responsible for: Prioritizing safety and security as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens, and offenders. Teaching early intervention, elementary, secondary, special subject, and/or special education curricula. Developing educational plans for individuals and groups; setting short and long‑term goals and evaluating student progress. Participating in planning team meetings and case review conferences to assess student behavior. Relating to professionals in ancillary educational roles. Maintaining student records and writing reports. Modeling positive teaching practices. Qualifications
We are seeking a candidate who possesses: An understanding of the different types of learning styles of students and being able to teach to their ability levels. The ability to work with a variety of different disciplines throughout the day. Working knowledge of classroom routines and disciplines. Outstanding personal and interpersonal skills. The ability to follow the class schedule as provided by the school administration with the understanding that it may change unexpectedly. Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with teaching a diverse group of people. • Experience working in a correctional institution setting. • Experience teaching groups of people with differing levels of education. • The following State of CT teaching Endorsements: TESOL 111, PK-12; 088 Non-English Speaking Adults. Special Requirements
Employment in this class is conditional upon possession of a valid Connecticut State Board of Education teaching certificate appropriate to the teaching assignment. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle operator's license. 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. Acknowledgement
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
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