Correctional Education Teacher: Literacy & GED Prep

State of Louisiana; Angola (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health insurance

10+ paid holidays

Paid sick and annual leave

Deferral/compensation plan

Job summary

Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola, LA, is seeking a dedicated Teacher to join our correctional education team. The role focuses on strengthening literacy, mathematics, critical-thinking, and workforce-readiness skills for incarcerated students, helping them attain credentials and prepare for future success.

As part of a professional team, you will maintain a structured, safe classroom, support positive behavior, and contribute to ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Provide quality academic instruction that helps incarcerated individuals improve literacy, math, and overall educational skills.
• Support GED/HiSET and educational attainment by preparing students to earn recognized credentials and continue their education.
• Promote positive behavior and personal development through structured learning, accountability, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure, and controlled classroom environment while following all institutional security procedures and requirements.
• Prepare students for successful reentry and future employment by building practical skills, work readiness, confidence, and opportunities for continued learning.
• Will work with adult male inmates of all custody levels - minimum, medium, maximum (death row) and protective custody.

Skills

Teaching

Literacy

Math

Workforce readiness

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Tools

Job description

Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola, LA, is seeking a dedicated Teacher to join our correctional education team. The role focuses on strengthening literacy, mathematics, critical-thinking, and workforce-readiness skills for incarcerated students, helping them attain credentials and prepare for future success.

As part of a professional team, you will maintain a structured, safe classroom, support positive behavior, and contribute to ongoing learning.