Correctional Teacher I

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS; Holdenville (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

131 Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Teacher I at Allen Gamble Correctional Center to provide instruction in core subjects to inmates, using classroom management and individualized supports.

Bachelor’s degree and current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate required; full-time position with pay scale based on education and experience. The role emphasizes planning, assessments, and collaboration with staff to support inmate education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate required.
• Experience in correctional or challenging instructional settings is a plus.
• Ability to design and implement individualized instructional plans.

Responsibilities

• Teach core subjects to inmates at elementary or secondary level.
• Plan and sequence courses; prepare and administer exams; track progress.
• Develop and use instructional materials; provide guidance and counseling as needed.
• Maintain classroom discipline; participate in staff meetings and program development.
• Attend staffing and professional development sessions; report on student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional planning

Student assessment

Special education

Education

Bachelor's degree

Oklahoma Teaching Certificate

Job description

Job Posting Title: Correctional Teacher I Agency 131

Department of Corrections Supervisory Organization DOC Education/AGCC 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 Salary subject to the state teacher pay scale

Location Education/Allen Gamble 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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Industries & Headquarters

Industries: Government Administration

Worker Size: 10,001+ Employees

Headquarters: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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