Correctional Teacher I

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma, Department of Corrections, Education/JCCC, seeks a Correctional Teacher I to provide elementary or secondary instruction at the James Crabtree Correctional Center. The role involves delivering curriculum to inmates, using specialized methods, and assessing student progress within a secure educational setting.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, development of instructional plans, maintaining classroom discipline, and contributing to the school program through

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and possession of a current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate.
• Ability to develop and present curricula and adapt teaching methods for inmates with diverse needs.
• Strong communication skills and ability to supervise and guide students in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities

• Conducts classes in assigned subject areas for inmates.
• Plans and lays out courses of study; administers exams and prepares reports.
• Uses instructional materials and teaching aids; provides individual instruction and guidance as needed.
• Maintains classroom discipline and assists in planning school activities and student clubs.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in program planning and development.
• Maintains inventory of books and supplies and communicates progress to administration.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Oklahoma Teaching Certificate

Job description

Job Title

Correctional Teacher I

Employer

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
DOC Education/JCCC

Location

Education/James Crabtree Correctional Center

Working Hours

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Statutory – salary is based on education and experience

Job Description

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.