CT Teacher Resident (Central Inspire)

Waterbury Public Schools
JOB CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

JOB CLASSIFICATION TITLE: CT Teacher Resident (Central Inspire)
DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning
INCUMBENT NAME: Grant
BARGAINING UNIT CLASSIFICATION: Follows UPSEU, Local 424-Unit 68
FLSA DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt. $20.00 per hour Note: This is a grant funded Non-Union position with benefits that exists as long as funds are available
REPORTS TO: Receives administrative direction from the assigned Mentor Teacher, Principal, or other administrative official of a higher grade

PART I - SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION

The Central Inspire Teacher Residency Program is designed specifically for paraprofessionals and classroom assistants within WPS who are pursuing certification in special education teaching. Participants, referred to as Teacher Residents, will be enrolled in the rigorous graduate-level Special Education program at Central Connecticut State University. In addition to their academic coursework, Residents will complete a full academic year in a paid residency position, working alongside an experienced Mentor Teacher. Mentor Teachers will provide daily guidance and support, in collaboration with the program coordinator, to ensure Residents are fully prepared for a successful and impactful career in education.
PART II - MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
A. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
General Experience:

1. Accepted into Central Inspire Teacher Residency Program.
2. Enrolled in Central Connecticut State University’s Special Education Graduate Program.

Special Requirement:

In addition to the checking of references and facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made prior to appointment.

B. CREDENTIALS:

1. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.

C. LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess a current Motor Vehicle Class D Operator’s License.

D. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the field of education
• Some knowledge of core curriculum areas for which the Teacher Resident is responsible for instructing, including specialized knowledge in certain fields such as reading, mathematics, science, music, art, languages, and so forth, as appropriate;
• Some knowledge of educational philosophy, teaching methods and approaches, and currently researched best practices and strategies;
• Some knowledge of child development;
• Some knowledge of classroom management techniques;
• Some knowledge of instructional technologies;
• Some knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Scientific Research-Based Interventions (SRBI);
• Some knowledge of community resources;
• Excellent listening skills;
• Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, and other school staff, the administration, and community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic backgrounds;
• Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible;
• Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology, as appropriate;

PART III - POSITION SUPERVISES:

Not Applicable
PART IV - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.

• Serve in a Resident position under the guidance of a designated Mentor Teacher during the academic school year for the hours designated by the school district
• Plan instruction and meet with Mentor at times beyond the staff required hours (meetings can be planned for up to 2 additional hours per week)
• Adhere to the district attendance reporting system and school protocols
• Create and implement lesson plans with guidance from the Mentor
• Complete all required CCSU Special Education program coursework. Must be available to attend all Cohort Meetings
• Maintain a full-time student status and remain in good academic standing. Meet CCSU’s enrollment date deadlines for each semester
• Attend district and school-based professional development sessions
• Make best efforts to pass assessments (edTPA, Foundations of Reading Test and Praxis II) for Connecticut State certification 165- Comprehensive Special Education
• ?Upon successful completion of the program and certification requirements, commit to accepting a special education teaching position in the District for a period of three years if offered, or cooperate with the District and with Central Inspire Teacher Residency Program to obtain a similar position

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.
Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.