ELECTRICAL VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Golden Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is looking for a Vocational Instructor to create a technical and academic environment for inmates to maximize their learning potential. This role is pivotal in providing instruction in various vocational skills through classroom practices.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, CTE certification, and at least five years of experience in the trade area. Join GEO to contribute to rehabilitation and reintegration efforts in the community.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent required.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) certification in the occupational area.
• Five years verified work experience in the trade area required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to inmates for various labor and/or technical skills.
• Maintain records including testing and attendance.
• Assess educational needs of inmates and develop lesson plans.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to deal with complex situations

Education

High School diploma or GED

CTE certification in the occupational area

Job description

Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary: The Vocational Instructor is an academic programs position. The focus is to create a vocational technical and academic environment that provides inmates/detainees the opportunity to maximize their learning potential and achieve or enhance an ability to perform vocational tasks.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Vocational Instructor provides instruction to inmates/detainees for various labor and/or technical skills through classroom instruction, demonstration, and practical exercises.
• Maintains records including testing, daily offender work, attendance, and general record keeping.
• The Vocational Instructor assesses educational needs of inmates, develops lesson plans to address those needs to include individualized assignments and training.
• Administers, scores, and interprets examinations and proficiency indicators.
• The Vocational Instructor counsels students concerning their performance, behavior, and personal problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent required.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) certification in the occupational area.
• Five (5) years verified work experience in the trade area required.
• Must be able to deal with people in a variety of changing and complex situations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

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