Connecticut Reap East Hartford , CT 06108
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Description:
Position Overview:
The College Study Teacher will be responsible for building relationships with students in order to support them through the competencies needed for success in high school and beyond. This includes assisting students through goal setting, Habits of Mind, and tracking progress towards successfully completing dual enrollment college courses at CTRA.
The successful candidate will be an effective and empathetic educator who works well independently and can encourage and motivate students to perform at high levels of achievement.
Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:
Implement and teach the College Study curriculum to students
Assist students and families with registration, coursework selection, CANVAS platform and all high school pathways
Track attendance of all students in college courses
Provide high expectations for students and strong commitment to their post secondary goals
Support student development of habits of mind, emotional regulation, and self advocacy and agency
Communicate and advocate on behalf of students to instructional staff
Collaborate with Goodwin University staff monthly in order to identify success and growth areas of students
Collaborate with student support services case managers, ML Coordinator and School Counselors in order to identify success and growth areas of students
Identify barriers to successful completion of dual enrollment college courses
Qualifications:
High School certification: 7-12 in any subject area.
Bachelors degree; Masters preferred.
Minimum of five years in high school teaching.
Strong understanding of K-12 education system and early college initiatives
Experience with concurrent college courses at the high school level
Innovative and problem solving skills
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in a diverse, urban school setting
Interested Candidates should reach out to jacosta@goodwinmagnetsystem.org
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