Technology Education Teacher, Waterbury

Technology Education Teacher

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Technology Education Teacher
Waterbury, CT
$50k-$64k per year

About This Position:
Under the direction of the Director of Education and Student Services, the Technology Education Teacher plans and provides for appropriate educational experiences for students who have a wide range of learning, behavioral, and emotional disabilities; evaluates and assesses student progress aligned with their Individualized Education Program (IEP); creates a flexible program and learning environment that the will allow students to succeed.

Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
Provide differentiated and integrated assessment and evaluation strategies to support student learning
Establish and support guidelines for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students
Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with the school's Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support Plans (PBIS)
Use technology to assist in developing, providing and supporting instruction for special education students
Confer with administrators, social workers, and other professionals to implement IEPs designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development
Develop, facilitate, evaluate, and interpret achievement testing and vocational aptitude examinations
Collaborate with other academic teachers to integrate course content and provide support for students experiencing behavioral and academic challenges within the educational program
Assist in developing transition planning for students returning to the public school setting, workplace setting, and/or other educational programs
Provide educational case management services for identified students as needed
Be an active member on an interdisciplinary treatment team
Regular and consistent attendance
Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities

Minimal Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in applicable trade/industry
Experience with teaching applicable trade/industry
Connecticut State Department of Education certification or willingness to pursue (#098 - Trade & Industrial Occupations or #047 Technology Education)
Experience with teaching students in special education programs
Ability to develop a positive classroom culture/environment based on diverse student needs
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Communication Proficiency
Collaboration Skills

Hours and Rate of Pay:

35 hours per week
Salary range between $50,000-$64,000 based on qualifications, education, certifications and experience.

Benefits:
At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, part-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:

Low-cost Medical Insurance Plan option
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance offered after 30 days of employment
Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
Annual monetary incentives
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
Career Growth Opportunities
Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid
10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance

About CJR:
A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!

CJR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.

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Location:: Waterbury
Job Type:: PartTime

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