Inmate Education & Transition Coach

Florida; Live Oak (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Health insurance

Life insurance with AD&D

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition-free college courses

FRS retirement plans

DROP program

Deferred compensation

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Placement & Transition Specialist for Suwannee Correctional Institution in the Education department. The role focuses on delivering educational programs, managing records, and developing transition plans to support inmate success.

The incumbent will conduct counseling, coordinate GED testing, and recognize inmate achievements in a structured learning environment, reporting to the applicable education leadership.

Qualifications

• Must possess one (1) year of teaching experience.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Possess or be eligible to apply for a State of Florida Educator's Certificate.
• Non-certified applicants must obtain a temporary State of Florida Educator’s Certificate within 12 months of hire.
• State of Florida Educator’s Professional Certificate must be obtained prior to expiration of Temporary Certificate.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree

State of Florida Educator's Certificate

Job description

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Placement & Transition Specialist for Suwannee Correctional Institution in the Education department. The role focuses on delivering educational programs, managing records, and developing transition plans to support inmate success.

The incumbent will conduct counseling, coordinate GED testing, and recognize inmate achievements in a structured learning environment, reporting to the applicable education leadership.