Correctional Teacher I

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS is seeking a Correctional Teacher I at the Howard McLeod Correctional Center. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and an Oklahoma Teaching Certificate, with on-site duties at Education/HMCC.

The position involves planning and delivering lessons across subjects, assessing student progress, and collaborating with staff to support inmate education and program development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and possession of a current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate are required.
• On-site position; remote work is not available.

Responsibilities

• Conducts classes in elementary or secondary subjects such as science, English, mathematics, and social studies for inmates.
• Plans courses of study, administers examinations, and prepares reports on attendance and progress.
• Devises instructional materials and provides individual instruction, guidance, and counseling as needed.
• Maintains classroom discipline and assists in planning school activities and staff meetings.
• Maintains inventory of books and supplies and participates in staff development sessions.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Oklahoma Teaching Certificate

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Correctional Teacher I Agency 131

Department: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC Education/HMCC

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/Howard McLeod Correctional Center.

Required:

Please upload your Oklahoma Teaching Certificate.

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. 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.

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Industries: Government Administration

Worker Size: 10,001+ Employees

Headquarters: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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