Correctional Teacher

Oklahoma Ag; Oklahoma; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Department of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Teacher to deliver formal instruction to inmates at the Northeastern Oklahoma Community Correction Center. The role requires a valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate and a bachelor’s degree.

You will plan courses, assess student progress, and foster a supportive learning environment. The position is on-site, full-time, with responsibilities including grading, reporting, and collaboration with staff to improve educational outcomes for

Qualifications

• Knowledge of modern teaching methods and ability to teach elementary or secondary subjects.
• Ability to supervise and instruct pupils; maintain cooperative relationships; communicate clearly in writing and speech.

Responsibilities

• Conducts classes in elementary or secondary school subjects for inmates.
• Plans and layouts courses of study; prepares and administers examinations; prepares progress and attendance reports.
• Uses instructional materials and individualizes instruction; provides counseling and guidance as needed.
• Maintains classroom discipline; participates in staff meetings and program development.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

## Correctional TeacherApply: Craig County: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 23, 2026 (14 days left to apply): JR66384**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:**Northeastern Oklahoma Community Correction Center **REQUIRED: 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.**Special Requirements:**N/AThis is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote work.