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Connecticut Department of Administrative Services

State School Teacher (12 Months)(To Teach English to Speakers of Other Languages

Connecticut Department of Administrative Services, Cheshire, Connecticut, us, 06410

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Overview

State School Teacher (12 Months) To Teach English to Speakers of Other Languages – Cheshire, CT. This recruitment may be used to fill openings in correctional facilities across the state. The role focuses on teaching English to speakers of other languages and transitioning students to function in the workplace and personal capacities within the Department of Correction Unified School District #1 (USD #1). Responsibilities

Prioritize safety and security as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens, and offenders; Teach early intervention, elementary, secondary, special subject, and/or special education curricula; Develop educational plans for individuals and groups; Set short- and long-term goals and evaluate student progress; Participate in planning team meetings and case review conferences to assess student behavior; Hold conferences with parents or officials concerned with student performance; Relate to professionals in ancillary educational roles; Maintain student records and write reports; Model positive teaching practices. Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college. Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching a diverse group of people; experience working in a correctional institution setting; experience teaching groups 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 may be required to possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle operator’s license. About Us and the District

The Connecticut Department of Correction is a diverse agency with a wide variety of employees. USD #1 provides educational programs for incarcerated individuals, including academic knowledge, vocational competencies, and life skills integrated with technology to foster lifelong learning and a successful social transition. USD #1 offers programs such as K-12 High School, Adult Basic Education (ABE), GED, Credit Diploma Program (CDP), English Second Language (ESL)/TESOL, and Career-Technical Education (CTE). Benefits and Work Environment

Competitive benefits including retirement options, medical and dental plans, sick and personal leave, vacation time, and tuition reimbursement; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility after 10 years of service; Support for work/life balance and a diverse, inclusive workplace. Position Details

Schedule: first-shift, full-time (35 hours/week), Monday through Friday; Location: Manson Youth Institution (Cheshire, CT); Calendar: USD #1 follows a 12-month school calendar; Training: 14-week training at the CT DOC Training Academy required for hire. Application and Selection

Click to apply and review the Selection Plan. Important information includes endorsement and licensure details, facility locations, and the hazardous duty training requirement. For assistance in applying, refer to the Applicant Tips and Reference Library. The State is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Equal Opportunity

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Note

The immediate vacancy may be used for future vacancies in this job class. The information here reflects the content provided and is not a guarantee of eligibility or employment.

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