Correctional Education Specialist: Reentry & Skills

Commonwealth of Kentucky; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a Corrections Education Specialist I to deliver general education in a correctional setting, planning lessons, and supporting reentry efforts at the Kentucky Department of Corrections in La Grange, KY. The role emphasizes classroom instruction, assessment, and collaboration with program staff.

The candidate will facilitate educational opportunities for offenders, maintain records, and participate in professional development to improve teaching skills within a

Qualifications

• Education degree required for teaching in a corrections environment.
• Experience in corrections education is not required.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE is not applicable.
• Special requirements indicate no additional licensure beyond education.

Responsibilities

• Provide general education instruction to students and adult inmates in a correctional setting.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with approved curriculum and submit transcripts when required.
• Advise students and assess attainment; maintain progress reports and referrals as needed.
• Maintain inventory of classroom equipment and ensure safe, proper use by students.

Skills

Classroom management

Classroom instruction

Communication skills

Lesson planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a Corrections Education Specialist I to deliver general education in a correctional setting, planning lessons, and supporting reentry efforts at the Kentucky Department of Corrections in La Grange, KY. The role emphasizes classroom instruction, assessment, and collaboration with program staff.

The candidate will facilitate educational opportunities for offenders, maintain records, and participate in professional development to improve teaching skills within a