Instructor - Economics jobs in New London, CT

Franklin Academy is hiring a science instructor to serve students in grades 8 through post-graduates. Franklin Academy students have unique learning needs and often have diagnoses such as Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, dyslexia, and other co-occurring disabilities. The science instructor position must have an in-depth and varied background, with an ideal ability to teach physics. The science instructor will work closely with the department chair to create and implement a new science curriculum that affords college-bound students the necessary skills to attend various postsecondary environments. Additionally, the candidate will report to an Associate Academic Dean to implement instructional strategies to support student 504 Accommodation Plans. Further, the science instructor must be comfortable working outside the classroom to support the social-emotional development of our students through the residence life model. Finally, the ideal candidate must be creative and community-oriented to help increase opportunities for often underserved students.

Key Responsibilities & Oversight

Instructional & Professional Responsibilities

• Teach a full-time science course load, with content determined by the science departmentchair.
• Teach two elective courses, based on instructor and student interest, to students across allgrade levels.
• Complete daily, weekly, and term reports to evaluate student skills and concept mastery.
• Participate in professional meetings, including all-campus faculty sessions, department,and divisional meetings.
• Support the strategic plan by participating in committees.
• Participate in school-wide events, both during evening and weekend assignments.
• Communicate with families regarding student performance.
• Other duties as assigned

Evening & Weekend Programming

All teaching faculty are integrated into the residential life model of the school, which includes:

• Acting as a member of an evening duty team, once per week, which may includemonitoring study hall, conducting evening social workshops, and monitoring campus.
• Acting as a member of a weekend team, with responsibilities determined by the Dean ofStudents, which includes on-campus programs and off-campus trips.
• Leading a competitive sport or independent living skill workshop, based on professionalinterest and abilities.
• Participating in all-campus special events.

Qualifications & Desired Background

• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred.
• Ideal background and ability to teach physics.
• While not mandatory, the ideal candidate has worked with students with unique learningneeds.
• Has, or can ascertain, a Connecticut license public passenger endorsement A.

Compensation

• Base salary is determined by Franklin Academy’s salary scale, which is determined by professional experience and credentials.
• On-campus housing is provided to the candidate, which includes all utilities (electric, water, and internet).
• On-campus meals while school is in session.
• Immediate enrollment in the school’s retirement plan.
• Benefit package.
• Other employment perks, including tuition assistance, when employed for over twelve-months.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

• 10th grade
• 11th grade
• 12th grade
• 9th grade

Work setting:

• Boarding school
• In-person
• Private school
• Special education school

Ability to Relocate:

• East Haddam, CT 06423: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person