Correctional Teacher

Oklahoma Ag; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Department of Corrections seeks a dedicated Correctional Teacher to educate inmates at the Northeast Oklahoma Correctional Center. This full-time role requires delivering instruction across elementary and secondary subjects and supporting student progress in a secure setting.

A bachelor’s degree and an active Oklahoma Teaching Certificate are required. The teacher will plan curricula, deliver lessons, assess progress, and maintain order while contributing to program development within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and Oklahoma Teaching Certificate required.
• Experience in correctional or special education preferred.
• Ability to teach a range of subjects and manage a classroom.

Responsibilities

• Teach elementary or secondary subjects to inmates.
• Plan courses of study and develop curriculum.
• Prepare and administer examinations and progress reports.
• Maintain classroom discipline and supervise student activities.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in program development.

Skills

Instruct pupils

Curriculum development

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Oklahoma Teaching Certificate

Job description

## Correctional TeacherApply: Craig County: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 13, 2026 (14 days left to apply): JR65930**Job Posting Title**Correctional Teacher**Agency**131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS**Supervisory Organization**DOC Education**Job Posting End Date**Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.**Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)****Full/Part-Time**Full time**Job Type**Regular**Compensation**Statutory – salary is based on education and experience.**Job Description**# **Location:**Northeast Oklahoma Correctional Center **Required: Please upload your Oklahoma Teaching Certificate.** **Basic Purpose:** Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for performing professional teaching work at the elementary or secondary level in a correctional institution or facility; applies special methods and techniques in the habilitation of inmates. **Typical Functions:** * Conducts classes in elementary or secondary school subjects, such as science, biology, English, social studies, mathematics, fine arts, commercial arts, practical arts and physical education; conducts classes in language and language development and speech and speech reading for special pupils.* Plans and lays out courses of study for subjects taught; gives instructions; has a specific field or grade level; prepares and administers examinations; prepares various reports, such as progress reports, daily attendance reports and report cards.* Devises and uses special instructional materials or teaching aids for subjects taught in regular elementary and secondary school programs; gives individual instructions, encouragement, counseling and guidance to students as necessary.* Maintains classroom and corridor discipline; advises and assists in planning and supervising class and student club activities; prepares and grades examination papers; prepares reports on attendance, progress and capabilities of each pupil for administrative purposes.* Attends teachers meetings and participates in the planning, scheduling and development of the school program.* Maintains inventory of books and supplies.* Participates in staff meetings and staff development training sessions; attends staffings to provide input on students’ progress. **Level Descriptor:** This is the career level where incumbents are assigned to perform program delivery of educational programs to inmates at the full performance level. Incumbents at this level will not provide functional or direct supervision to others. **Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies:** Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of modern principles, practices and materials in the specialized field of education; of the content matter in the area of instruction; and of accepted methods of teaching students with special needs. Ability is required to supervise and instruct pupils; to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others; to organize and present facts and opinions clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and to develop and present a curriculum. **Education and Experience:** Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree and possession of a current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate. This salary is non-negotiable.**Equal Opportunity Employment**The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.