Correctional Education Instructor

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

US Bureau of Prisons seeks qualified teachers to deliver literacy, GED, and ESL programs within our facilities. The role emphasizes preparing inmates for successful reentry through structured instruction and evidence-based practices.

You will develop lesson plans, administer assessments, maintain student records, and adapt curricula to individual needs while adhering to security and institutional guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching literacy, GED, and ESL programs.
• Ability to develop lesson plans and modify curricula to meet learners' needs.
• Experience keeping and organizing student progress records and data.
• Skill in selecting and interpreting academic measures.

Responsibilities

• Teach literacy, GED, and ESL programs with responsibility for lesson delivery and student progress.
• Develop and modify curricula and lesson plans to match learning needs.
• Maintain systematic records to track student achievement and participation.
• Administer and interpret assessments to measure learning outcomes.

Skills

Literacy instruction

GED preparation

ESL instruction

Curriculum development

Assessment & evaluation

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree with student teaching

Teacher certification/licensure

Tools

Assessment tools

Job description

US Bureau of Prisons seeks qualified teachers to deliver literacy, GED, and ESL programs within our facilities. The role emphasizes preparing inmates for successful reentry through structured instruction and evidence-based practices.

You will develop lesson plans, administer assessments, maintain student records, and adapt curricula to individual needs while adhering to security and institutional guidelines.