Academic Instructor for Inmate Education Programs

CoreCivic; Whiteville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking an Academic Instructor to provide foundational education to inmates in a secure setting. You will develop level-appropriate lesson plans and deliver instruction across math, science, social studies, reading, writing, and language arts to foster student development as responsible citizens.

The role requires maintaining a positive learning environment, employing secure classroom management, and administering assessments to measure progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Teaching license preferred.
• Must possess certificate or license per Tennessee Department of Education standards to teach in state of employment.
• Continued employment contingent upon obtaining and/or maintaining required agency credentials.
• Three years of classroom instruction experience preferred.
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and applicable requirements by contract.
• Plan a program of study, lesson plans, assignments, and tests under general supervision.
• Provides instruction using course outline, handouts and texts, audiovisual aids and other materials.
• Administer tests to evaluate students' progress and competency with subject matter.
• Assist students with individualized instruction as needed.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching license

TN credential to teach

Driver's license

Age 18+

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CoreCivic is seeking an Academic Instructor to provide foundational education to inmates in a secure setting. You will develop level-appropriate lesson plans and deliver instruction across math, science, social studies, reading, writing, and language arts to foster student development as responsible citizens.

The role requires maintaining a positive learning environment, employing secure classroom management, and administering assessments to measure progress.