Advanced Manufacturing Vocational Instructor

Overview

Introduction:
Are you a manufacturing professional in Connecticut who is passionate about educating the future of the field and transforming the lives of our incarcerated population? The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) Unified School District #1 is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Instructor (Vocational Instructor) to teach knowledge and skills required by industry through applied learning and work-based experiences that prepare students for careers in a high-wage, high-skill, and high-demand field.

The program also includes personal development, leadership and employability skills as part of the curriculum. The course sequence is part of a rigorous program of study with sufficient technical challenge to meet state and industry standards.

We are looking for candidates who possess a high school diploma or equivalency and eight (8) years of employment and/or teaching experience in advanced manufacturing practices. See Minimum and Preferred Qualifications for details.

• SCHEDULE:
  
  first-shift, full-time (35 hours per week), Monday through Friday
• ACADEMIC CALENDAR: USD #1 follows a 12-month calendar with 222 school days per year
• LOCATION:
  
  Robinson Correctional Institution, Enfield, CT
• TRAINING:
  Selected candidates may be required to present a lesson plan during interview. Hirees attend a 14-week training at the CT DOC Training Academy. More details are in the Selection Plan of the job bulletin.

New state employees start at Step 1 of the pay plan according to the highest level of education. Starting salary is non-negotiable. Salary details (P-3B T1-T4 35 Hour Pay Plan):

• Bachelor's Degree:
  Step 1 $ 68,792;
  Step 11-14 (Maximum) $104,174
• Master's Degree:
  Step 1 $ 72,241;
  Step 11-14 (Maximum) $122,335
• 6th Year:
  Step 1 $ 77,294;
  Step 14 (Maximum) $130,898

Competitive benefits include:

• Option to maintain State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System
• Medical and dental plans
• Hybrid retirement plan with potential retiree health insurance
• Sick and personal leave
• Five weeks of vacation
• Annual $1,000 lump sum
• Tuition reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility after 10 years of service

• Providing limitless opportunities
• Hiring for diversity and fresh perspectives
• Meaningful work and healthy work/life balance

The Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) is a diverse agency with a wide variety of employees. DOC operates 13 facilities and protects public safety by ensuring offenders serve their sentences in safe, humane facilities with re-entry programming. USD #1 offers academic, vocational, and life-skills programming integrated with technology to foster lifelong learning and positive social transition.

As a Vocational Instructor with the DOC, you will be responsible for:

• Prioritizing safety and security for staff, victims, citizens, and offenders
• Teaching curricula across early intervention, elementary, secondary, and special subject areas
• Developing educational plans for individuals and groups
• Setting goals and evaluating student progress
• Participating in planning team meetings and case reviews
• Conferencing with parents or officials regarding student performance
• Collaborating with professionals in ancillary educational roles
• Maintaining student records and writing reports
• Modeling positive teaching practices
• Refer to class specifications for more details

We are seeking candidates who possess:

• A degree in Machine Tool Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Industry experience in Manual Machining, CNC Machining, or Blueprint Reading
• Working knowledge of CNC controls
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to students of varying skill levels
• Understanding of different learning styles and ability to tailor instruction
• Ability to work with multiple disciplines throughout the day
• Working knowledge of classroom routines and discipline
• Outstanding personal and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow the school schedule, with understanding that it may change

This position may require hazardous-duty training. Completion of training includes classroom and hands-on components and exams.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

For assistance applying, check Applicant Tips. Questions can be directed to the contact listed in the posting. This posting may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Various information and resources are available in the recruitment section of the posting.