Corrections Educator: Transform Lives Through Literacy

State of Missouri; Farmington (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Paid leave and holidays

Uniforms provided when required

MOST 529 College Savings Program

Job summary

Missouri Department of Corrections seeks qualified teachers to educate adult offenders in correctional facilities, following the state-approved course of study and adapting instruction to learners' needs.

The role includes delivering offender programming, planning lessons, and participating in teacher conferences. A DESE teaching certificate or eligibility is required, with benefits including health, retirement, holidays, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current DESE teaching certificate or eligibility for DESE certification.
• Ability to teach adult offenders and deliver offender programming.

Responsibilities

• Teach subject matter to adult offenders appropriate to educational background and certification.
• Adhere to the state-approved course of study while adapting to pupil needs.
• Plan and outline classwork within prescribed limits; prepare materials.
• Confer with students regarding needs and progress.
• Deliver offender programming (e.g., cognitive behavior, financial literacy, workforce skills).
• Receive supervision from Education Supervisor or administrator.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Skills

Teaching adults

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Interpersonal communication

Education

DESE teaching certificate or eligibility

Job description

Missouri Department of Corrections seeks qualified teachers to educate adult offenders in correctional facilities, following the state-approved course of study and adapting instruction to learners' needs.

The role includes delivering offender programming, planning lessons, and participating in teacher conferences. A DESE teaching certificate or eligibility is required, with benefits including health, retirement, holidays, and training opportunities.