Correctional Education Instructor (Academic)

CoreCivic; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Lake City, FL is seeking an Academic Instructor to provide instruction in basic education to inmates in a residential setting. You will develop lesson plans, deliver engaging lessons, and assess student progress to help inmates become mature, responsible citizens.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Florida educator credentials or eligibility, with timelines for certification. Correctional education experience is preferred, and proficiency in Microsoft Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Florida Professional Educator's Certificate.
• Non-certified applicants must obtain a Florida Temporary Educator's Certificate within twelve (12) months.
• Must obtain Florida Department of Education Professional Educator's Certificate within thirty-six (36) months.
• Experience in correctional custody/law enforcement preferred.
• Continued employment contingent upon credentials.
• Three years of classroom instruction experience is preferred.
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and contract requirements.
• Plan program of study, lesson plans, assignments, and tests under supervision.
• Provide instruction using outlines, handouts, texts, and audiovisual aids.
• Administer tests to evaluate progress and competency in subject matter.
• Assist students with individualized instruction as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Classroom instruction experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Florida Professional Educator's Certificate

Florida Temporary Educator's Certificate

Florida DOE certification timeline

Job description

CoreCivic in Lake City, FL is seeking an Academic Instructor to provide instruction in basic education to inmates in a residential setting. You will develop lesson plans, deliver engaging lessons, and assess student progress to help inmates become mature, responsible citizens.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Florida educator credentials or eligibility, with timelines for certification. Correctional education experience is preferred, and proficiency in Microsoft Office is expected.