Correctional Teacher I

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS; Stringtown (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

131 Department of Corrections is hiring a Correctional Teacher I to deliver instructional programs at Mack Alford Correctional Center. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and a current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate, with on-site work and duties across multiple school subjects within a correctional setting.

The position emphasizes planning, assessment, student guidance, and collaboration with school staff to support inmate education and program development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and possession of a current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate.
• On-site position; not eligible for remote work.
• Experience teaching at elementary/secondary level in correctional education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts classes in elementary or secondary subjects such as science, English, social studies, math, arts, and physical education.
• Plans and lays out courses, administers exams and prepares progress reports.
• Uses instructional materials and provides individual instruction, counseling and guidance as needed.
• Maintains classroom discipline and attends staff meetings and planning sessions.
• Maintains inventory of books and supplies and participates in school program development.

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/Mack Alford 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. 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.

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