CAREERS
About CREC
Established in 1966, the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC), has developed a wide array of cost-effective and high-quality programs and services to meet the educational needs of children and adults in Greater Hartford. CREC is the largest of six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs) in Connecticut, and serves 35 member districts. RESCs are nonprofit, fee-for-service, public education agencies.
Our Core Values
- EXPECT EXCELLENCE
- ACT WITH COURAGE
- DEMAND EQUITY
- EMBRACE COLLABORATION
Benefits Overview
CREC is a place to build a career. Employees are valued professionals, and CREC is committed to ensuring professional growth. In addition to CREC schools offer:
- Competitive salaries and benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Network Groups
- Ongoing professional learning
- New teacher coaching and mentors

Connecticut Teacher Residency Program
The CREC Teacher Residency Program is an alternate route to an elementary certification program to attract educators of color. TRP includes: Two-year paid training, Health and retirement benefits, and a guaranteed position as a CREC classroom teacher upon completion.
