Correctional Teacher I

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS seeks a part-time Correctional Teacher I to educate inmates at Lawton’s James Smith Correctional Center. The role covers elementary and secondary subjects with emphasis on habilitation and individualized instruction.

You must hold a bachelor’s degree and a current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate; position is on-site and limited to 25 hours per week, with compensation based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate.
• On-site position; not eligible for remote work.
• Part-time role limited to 25 hours per week.
• Position teaches at elementary or secondary level and involves habilitation of inmates.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classes in elementary or secondary subjects for inmates.
• Plan and lay out courses of study; administer examinations; prepare progress reports.
• Devise instructional materials and provide individual instruction and guidance.
• Maintain classroom discipline and supervise student activities; participate in staff meetings.

Skills

Teaching delivery

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Student counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Oklahoma Teaching Certificate

Job description

Job Posting Title

Correctional Teacher I 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: Education / Chief James Smith Correctional Center Required: Please upload your Oklahoma Teaching Certificate.

Basic Purpose

Positions will be responsible for performing professional teaching work at the elementary or secondary level Lawton Community Corrections Center; 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.

Special Requirements

This position is a part-time position that requires a valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate and is limited to working no more than 25 hours per week.

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 is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote work.

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. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Additional Information

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