Education & Transition Lead for Inmate Reintegration

State of Florida; Sneads (FL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Life insurance

Tuition-free college courses

State retirement plans

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Placement & Transition Specialist to lead education orientation for new arrivals and oversee GED testing at Apalachee Correctional Institution. The role includes maintaining records and developing transition plans to support inmate success.

The position requires a master's degree and Florida educator certification eligibility. It emphasizes counseling inmates and recognizing achievements within a structured education program.

Qualifications

• Must possess one year of teaching experience.
• A master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Possess or be eligible to apply for a State of Florida Educator's Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead education orientation programs for new arrivals and oversee GED testing.
• Maintain up-to-date educational records, test scores, and progress reports for inmates.
• Collaborate in developing personalized education and transition plans for inmate success.
• Conduct interviews and counseling sessions addressing educational and transition needs.
• Recognize inmate achievements and foster a motivating learning environment.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree

Educator's Certificate eligibility

Job description

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Placement & Transition Specialist to lead education orientation for new arrivals and oversee GED testing at Apalachee Correctional Institution. The role includes maintaining records and developing transition plans to support inmate success.

The position requires a master's degree and Florida educator certification eligibility. It emphasizes counseling inmates and recognizing achievements within a structured education program.