Academic Teacher (Teacher Advanced Professional Certificate) - #25-005897-0004

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teacher for the Correctional Education unit. This role focuses on creating a supportive classroom environment where inmate students can achieve significant educational milestones, including earning their Maryland Adult Basic Literacy and Life Skills Certificate or high school diploma. You will play a crucial role in maintaining school operations and supporting the principal in management tasks. If you have a passion for education and a desire to make a difference in the lives of diverse learners, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Possession of appropriate educational credentials as determined by the Maryland State Board of Education.
• Experience teaching in Adult Education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom environment for inmate students to achieve educational goals.
• Assist in school operations and management in the absence of the principal.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching diverse populations

Adult Education experience

Education

Appropriate educational credentials

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor, (Labor), Division of Workforce Development & Adult Learning - Correctional Education unit is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Teacher Advanced Professional Certificate - Academic Teacher. This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year after the closing date of the announcement.

GRADE

TEAC 0003

LOCATION OF POSITION

Roxbury Correctional Institute, 18701 Roxbury Road, Hagerstown, MD 21746

Main Purpose of Job

To create a classroom learning environment in which assigned inmate students make measurable progress towards identified education goals as indicated by the successful completion of the requirements for the Maryland Adult Basic Literacy and Life Skills Certificate and/or the high school diploma. To maintain school operations in the absence of the principal and to assist the principal in areas of school accountability and management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of appropriate educational credentials as determined by the Maryland State Board of Education.

Experience: None.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience teaching in Adult Education
2. Experience teaching diverse populations
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Teachers in State operated school programs are required to acquire and maintain certification to teach in the State of Maryland per Education Article, Section 6-101 of the Annotated Code and Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 13A.12.01.03B(2). Applicants recommended for appointment will be required to complete an Authorization and Verification of Credentials.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to Labor/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. Resumes are acceptable as additional information only. However, the application must be completed in its entirety or it will be subject to rejection. Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application, listing all relevant education and experience.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment. If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may contact Brittany Small or submit via email to [e-mail].

Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MDOL that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.