Law and Public Safety Instructor - Hillyard - Temporary (October through May)

St. Joseph School District; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph School District seeks a temporary Law and Public Safety Instructor at Hillyard Technical Center for the October–May period.

The role requires DESE-approved certification in Criminal Justice or the ability to earn it, or substantial related experience hours within the last decade, and may involve telework with district approval. The instructor will develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum aligned with industry standards, oversee internships, and work with partners to ensure

Qualifications

• Possession of, or ability to earn, a valid Career Education Criminal Justice certification.
• Bachelor's degree plus 4000 hours of related DESE-approved experience within last 10 years; or
• Associate degree plus 5000 hours of related DESE-approved experience within last 10 years; or
• Verification of at least 6,000 hours related occupational experience within last 10 years.

Responsibilities

• Attend work regularly, reliably, and punctually.
• Telework when requested by the District with approval.
• Collaborate with Advisory Committee and industry partners to keep curriculum current.
• Maintain program certification and safe classroom/shop environments.
• Prepare for class with effective instructional strategies and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, academics, discipline, and communications.
• Participate in required meetings and after-school activities as needed.
• Support Career and Technical Student Organization memberships and participation.

Skills

Career Education Criminal Justice Cert

Education

Bachelor's degree + 4000 hours DESE-approved experience

Associate degree + 5000 hours DESE-approved experience

6000 hours related occupational experience

Job description

Law and Public Safety Instructor - Hillyard - Temporary (October through May) JobID: 1874

• Position Type: Tech School/ Law and Public Safety Instructor
• Date Posted: 8/21/2026
• Location: Hillyard Technical Center

Qualifications: Required: Possession of, or an ability to earn, a valid certification for Career Education Criminal Justice.

Temporary Certification can be earned with the following:

Bachelor's degree for the subject matter and 4000 hours of DESE-approved, related occupational experience within the last ten (10) years.

or

Associate degree in an area appropriate for the subject being taught and 5000 hours of DESE-approved related occupational experience within the last ten (10) years.

or

• Verification of at least 6,000 hours related occupational experience within the last ten (10) years.

Desire to work with the next generation of Individuals in the Public Safety field.

Preferred: Previous teaching experience.

FLSA: Exempt

Salary Schedule: Per-Approved Salary Schedule

Direct Report: HTC Director

Terms of Employment: 181 Day (9 month)

Eligible for emergency telework: With Directors approval

Purpose: The Law and Public Safety Instructor has the primary responsibility for instructing students in the Law and Public Safety 2-year program. The instructor will also develop, update, and implement a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for a career in the Public Safety Industry including, but not limited to: Law Enforcement, Legal Proceedings, Forensics, Security, and other Criminal Justice fields. The instructor will also assist students, industry partners, and other staff members to facilitate successful internships, placements, and employment.

Essential Job Functions

• Attend work in a regular, reliable, and punctual manner.
• To "telework" when requested by the District.
• Works with the program's Advisory Committee and industry partners to maintain current industry standards, ensure the curriculum's relevancy, and incorporate most-current practices from industry.
• Assists in maintaining any appropriate program certification.
• Organizes classroom and shop/lab in a manner that is conducive to learning and safety.
• Prepares for class, implements effective classroom instructional strategies, and maintains a positive classroom environment. Teacher can show written evidence of preparation and instruction when requested.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of attendance, academics, discipline, and communication.
• Attends all required meetings including, but not limited to, committees, faculty, CTSO, professional development, and others as requested.
• Participates in "after-school" activities such as: Parent/Teacher conferences, Advisory Meetings, Award Nights, Open Houses, and other events as necessary.
• Conducts annual CCQI Evaluation/CLNA and submits results to the director. Makes any necessary changes based upon evaluation results.
• Promotes and assists with Career and Technical Student Organization memberships and participation.
• Participates in all parts of the district teacher performance evaluation plan.
• Demonstrates dedication to the profession by participating in all professional development.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of technology and uses it to enhance student learning.
• Demonstrates basic computer functions including email, calendar, Canvas, and Student Information Services.
• Abides by all State Statutes, Board Policies, and Building Regulations.

Other Job Functions

• Demonstrates dependability by completing all assigned duties and tasks.
• Takes all reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Demonstrates professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, dress, and manner for the work setting.
• Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Meets requirements to maintain Career Education certification.
• Preforms other duties as required or assigned.

Physical Demands

Any individual who holds this position must have the ability to transmit information, in both verbal and written English, in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously.They must have the physical ability to run, jump, climb, crawl, perform self-defense, demonstrate correct restraining methods, and other such activities from the industry. They must also be able to operate equipment properly and safely in accordance with district and state regulations. The individual will be required to be on their feet for most of the instructional period to best monitor student work and behaviors in open and enclosed work areas.

Conditions and Environment

The individual who holds this position will be in a school setting but will be expected to instruct and lead in areas that are outside of the classroom. They will sometimes work outdoors in temperatures below freezing and above 100 degrees. The individual will work in an environment that may be noisy and dirty.

Employee Behavior and Conduct

District employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact, both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

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