Vocational Construction Teacher – Job #379
Litchfield, CT 06759
Salary $50,000-$66,000
35 hours per week
About This Job:
With fidelity to the CT Common Core of Teaching (CCT), the Vocational Instructor plans and provides for appropriate educational experiences for students who have a wide range of learning, behavioral, and emotional disabilities. A Construction Teacher will introduce students to fundamental building skills, safety procedures, and industry tools through hands-on projects and practical demonstrations. They will foster teamwork, problem-solving, and technical knowledge to prepare students for potential careers in construction and trades. The focus is on developing both technical competencies and employability skills in a supportive learning environment

• 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, related service providers, special education teachers, 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 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
• 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
• Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices, and ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization
• Focus on Student Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external students to meet or exceed their expectations within program parameters
• Ability to communicate, cooperate and serve people from all cultural identities with respect, professionalism, integrity and fairness in a manner that recognizes the individuality of each person
• Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance program effectiveness

Requirements and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma and 3 years of applicable trade/industry experience
• Connecticut State Department of Education certification or willingness to pursue (#098 – Trade & Industrial Occupations – Comprehensive High School)
• 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

Schedule and Rate of Pay:

• Monday-Friday 7:30am-2:30pm
  • 35 hours per week
• Salary pay range is $50,000-$66,000
  • Actual pay is determined by completed certifications and education level.

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, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:

• Free daily nutritious meals on Litchfield campus
• 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 Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)
• 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