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JobID:

1846

Position Type:

Tutors/Learning Tutor Date Posted:

7/10/2026

Location:

Districtwide Closing Date:

06/30/2027 CCSU

FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

The School of Education and Professional Studies at Central Connecticut State University is partnering with the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) to create a "Teacher Fellowship Program". The Teacher Fellowship Program is designed to create enhanced learning environments for both the CCSU Teacher Candidates, as well as K-12 students in Connecticut. Cohorts of teacher candidates will be provided opportunities to work within school districts to enhance their own professional growth and development, as well as positively impact student learning and achievement of all students. The goal of the program is to enhance teaching innovation and teaching quality by bringing together a cohort of outstanding Teaching Fellows who will, through their increased work in the classroom, bring excellence and rigor in the next generation of teachers, while supporting K-12 student learning in Connecticut.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Teacher Fellowship Program will provide opportunities for teaching and learning through a cohort-based model that supports personal and professional growth and development. The program brings together rich and diverse experiences for the Teaching Fellows and a platform to encourage, motivate, and foster the development of outstanding teacher candidates who can and will make a difference for future generations of learners.

TEACHING FELLOWS AT CCSU WILL PROVIDED A LOANER LAPTOP AND WILL BE EXPECTED TO

Check in with the SEPS Dean's office via email, phone, or (virtual) meeting; Attend professional development and/or networking sessions twice a month that are organized for the Teaching Fellows; Engage with (paired) professional mentor from the field supported through the CSDE and associated professional organizations in CT; and Provide informal feedback throughout the academic year.

TEACHING FELLOWS WITHIN NEWINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS WILL EXPECTETD TO

Commit to working as a Teaching Fellow for 1-4 full days per week, or 1-4 half days (AM or PM commitment) - (SEE

SCHOOL DAY SCHEDULE BELOW

); Complete the onboarding process, which will include personnel paperwork, mandated trainings, and a background check process within the district (reimbursed by CSDE or CCSU); Follow all district COVID Health and Safety Protocols and complete the required district reporting if feeling ill; Work with another (paired) Teaching Fellow to create consistency and weekly coverage in the classroom or online; Run small group instruction under teacher supervision; Learn to develop lesson plans aligned to the CT Core Standards; and Attend grade-level/department and faculty meetings to understand school operations, and how the school will achieve its stated goals and objectives Reviews and maintain adherence to the following Newington Public Schools Job Expectations which will also be part of the onboarding packet

SCHOOL DAY SCHEDULE

Full Day AM Only PM Only Elementary 8:35AM-3:35PM 8:35AM-12:00PM 12:00PM-3:35PM Middle School 8:00AM-3:00PM 8:00AM-11:30AM 11:30AM-3:00PM High School 7:30AM-2:30PM 7:30AM-11:00AM 11:00AM-2:30PM We are interested in candidates who are passionate around these values; candidates who represent the racial, ethnic, and linguistic diversity of our community; and candidates who will engage fully in our continuous improvement efforts to achieve equity for all.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

At least 18 years old High School diploma or equivalent Experience with school-age children Enrolled in CCSU's teacher preparation program Authorized to serve no more than 40 days in the same assignment