ACADEMIC INSTRUCTOR

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Milton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking an Academic Instructor to lead Adult Basic Education, English Language Development, and GED preparation in our facilities. You will teach reading, mathematics, and language arts, fostering a positive learning environment for inmates.

The role requires a bachelor's degree, Florida educator certification eligibility, and teaching experience; veterans may qualify for a temporary license. We provide growth opportunities and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Eligible for State of Florida Educator's certificate; non-certified applicants must obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Two (2) years of relevant teaching experience preferred.
• Veterans/spouses: may apply for a Temporary License if service and credits meet criteria.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a classroom environment that facilitates the teaching of Adult Basic Education, English Language Development, and GED subjects.
• Instruct reading, mathematics, and language arts; may include conversational English for students with limited English proficiency.
• Maintain records including testing, attendance, and progress reports; evaluate and document inmate/detainee academic progress.
• Provide individual tutoring and support to students as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Benefits Information

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you’ll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry’s global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary:

The Academic Instructor maintains a classroom environment that facilitates the teaching of Adult Basic Education, English Language Development, and basic subjects required to pass the GED or equivalent examination. Teaches one or more subjects including, but not limited to reading, mathematics, and language arts.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• The Academic Instructor provides classroom instruction in the areas of basic education subjects including career planning, social adjustment, and general life/skills knowledge.
• May instruct conversational English, and ideas and customs in English to students with limited English proficiency.
• The Academic Instructor maintains records including testing, daily inmate/detainee work, attendance and general record keeping.
• Evaluates and maintains inmate/detainee academic progress.
• The Academic Instructor provides individual tutoring.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Possess or be eligible to apply for a State of Florida Educator\'s certificate. (Non-Certified applicants must obtain a State or Florida Educator\'s Certificate within twelve (12) months of hire.)
• Two (2) years of relevant teaching experience preferred.
• NOTE for Veterans/spouses ONLY: If applicant is a Veteran or a Veteran\'s spouse (in Florida), they can apply and receive a Temporary License if they meet the following:
  • Minimum of forty-eight (48) months of military service with an honorable/medical discharge.
  • Minimum of sixty (60) college credits with a 2.5 grade point average.
  • Passing score on a Florida subject area examination.

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