Correctional Teacher I

State-of-Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 74,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma seeks a Correctional Teacher I to deliver on-site instruction at the Mabel Bassett Correctional Center. The role covers elementary/secondary subjects with emphasis on inmates’ learning needs while coordinating with staff.

Required: bachelor's degree and a current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate. Salary is set by the state teacher pay scale and is non-negotiable; position is full-time and on-site with no remote options.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of modern teaching methods and classroom practice.
• Ability to manage classrooms and deliver instruction to inmates.
• Strong communication and record-keeping abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead classes in core subjects to inmates.
• Plan courses and evaluate student progress with reports.
• Attend staff meetings and contribute to program development.
• Maintain classroom discipline and safe learning environment.
• Provide individual guidance and support as needed.

Skills

Education Knowledge

Teaching Skills

Communication

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 subject to the state teacher pay scale $82,302.00 - This salary is non-negotiable.

Job Description Location: Education/Mabel Bassett Correctional Center This is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote work. 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

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 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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