What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Teacher Residency Program - CREC Teacher Resident - JOB ID# 13028 position at Capitol Region Education Council?
JobID: 13028
Position Type:
Support Staff/Associate Instructor
Date Posted:
2/12/2025
Location:
Various
Date Available:
07/01/2025
Closing Date:
05/01/2025
Position Type:
Teacher Resident (AI)
Date Posted:
2/10/2025
2/10/2025
Location:
Magnet School Office
Magnet School Office
Date Available:
07/01/2025
07/01/2025
Closing Date:
05/01/2025
05/01/2025
Only complete this application if you have received an email from CT-TRP confirming you have been selected as a resident at CREC for the 25-26 school year and a final interview has been scheduled.
Purpose: The Teacher Residency Program is an alternate route to certification program (in elementary education, special education or middle school mathematics) whose goal is attract and retain teachers of color. Resident candidates will be enrolled in rigorous coursework for 18 months and serve in a paid residency position in a mentor teacher’s classroom for the school year.
Job Summary:
This is a residency position leading to certification.
This program requires residents to:
Job Summary:
This is a residency position leading to certification.
This program requires residents to:
Serve in a resident position under the guise of a mentor teacher for the academic school year in a classroom;
Complete 14-18 months of coursework running 6 weeks each summer, Mon-Fri and 2 evenings per week during the school year; every other Friday during the school year
Attend district and school-based professional development sessions
Pass required certification exams (Foundations of Reading Test, Praxis II) and TRP Portfolio
Commit to a classroom teaching position upon successful completion of the program and certification
Teacher Resident - Year 1 Essential Job Functions
Support daily functions of the mentor teachers classroom and duties including arrival, dismissal, lunch coverage, and recess as needed
Provide instruction in core content areas under the direction of the mentor teacher
Provide intervention programming and/or specialized instruction to small groups of students under the direction of the mentor teacher.
Collect, track and enter student data
Attend professional development opportunities
Complete the TRP portfolio
Collaborate with mentor teacher and other school staff
Perform any other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required
Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or greater*
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity in the field of education
Completion of one of the following:
Praxis Core Mathematics, Reading and Writing tests
SAT
ACT
GRE
Have a working email address
Successful Acceptance into CT-TRP
Working Conditions and Time Commitment:
Working Conditions and Time Commitment:
14-18 Months of coursework June 2025 - December 2026
Full time employment as a Resident August 2025 - June 2026
Full time employment as a teacher serving under a Residency Educator Certificate (REC) beginning August 2026
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Skill in developing and applying core content knowledge for teaching
Skill in developing and applying knowledge of current teaching methods and pedagogy
Skill in developing and applying knowledge of personalized instruction based upon student learning needs and styles
Skill in developing and applying understanding of federal state laws regarding education and students
Skill in developing and applying student behavior management strategies.
Ability to meet the educational needs of racially, ethnically, socioeconomically and linguistically diverse learners
Skill in effective communication and collaboration with all members of the school community including families and colleagues
Skill in identifying and building upon the unique talents and strengths of each student.
Ability to use computers, network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Organization and time management skills.
Ability to serve as a positive, professional role model for students.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students.
Effective writing and verbal communication skills.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office, school building environments, and on buses or vans.
Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
Benefits -
Year 1 Resident hourly rate plus benefits
Application Procedure:
Year 1 Resident hourly rate plus benefits
Application Procedure:
Complete the online application in Applitrack by the posted closing date deadline.
Attach official transcripts, a current résumé, and 3 letters of recommendation to your application in Applitrack.
Submit a score report from one of the following:
Praxis Core Mathematics, Reading and Writing tests
SAT
ACT
GRE
Selection Procedure:
Paper Screening
Interview with TRP Selection Committee
Interview with CREC Leadership Committee
Mentor Teacher Matching
Reference Check
To access the job description and salary range please click https://www.crec.org/careers/jobs.php
