Correctional Teacher

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS; Vinita (OK); On-site; USD 74,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Education seeks a qualified teacher to deliver instruction in a Northeast Oklahoma correctional center. The role requires a valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate and a bachelor’s degree, with responsibilities spanning a range of core subjects and student support services.

Teaching occurs within a correctional facility, emphasizing habilitation and specialized instructional methods catered to inmates.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of modern principles, practices and materials in the field of education.
• Ability to supervise and instruct pupils; communicate clearly in writing and speech.

Responsibilities

• Teach elementary and secondary subjects in a correctional setting; plan courses and administer examinations; maintain discipline and conduct progress reporting.

Job description

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

$82,302.00

Job Description

Location: DOC Education/Northeast Oklahoma Correctional Center Required: Please upload your Oklahoma Teaching Certificate.

Statutory

salary is based on education and experience.

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.

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.

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.

Agency Contact

Agency Contact Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between.

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