Ag Mechanics & Small Engines Teacher — Career & Technology

Texas A&M International; Mart (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Juvenile Justice Department seeks a qualified teacher for a high-security youth facility. The role plans, delivers, and assesses competency-based instruction for adjudicated youths, maintaining a safe learning environment and accurate records.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Texas Secondary Teacher Certification, with willingness to travel for professional development and meet pre-employment requirements including drug tests and background checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a valid Secondary Texas Teacher Certification in the specified subject assignment area.
• Pre-employment drug test required.
• Finger printing and criminal records check required.
• Fitness-for-Duty Assessment may include physical and behavioral evaluations.
• Maintain licensure/certification; obtain and maintain Use of Force certification as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, implement, and deliver instructional programs for adjudicated youth in a high-security facility.
• Assess students, provide competency-based instruction, and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Travel for professional development; may work >40 hours or be on-call.
• Deliver instruction with clear objectives and up-to-date records.

Skills

Knowledge of TEA policies

Strong communication

Classroom management

Ability under stress

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree and Texas Teacher Certification

Job description

Texas Juvenile Justice Department seeks a qualified teacher for a high-security youth facility. The role plans, delivers, and assesses competency-based instruction for adjudicated youths, maintaining a safe learning environment and accurate records.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Texas Secondary Teacher Certification, with willingness to travel for professional development and meet pre-employment requirements including drug tests and background checks.