Long Term Substitute - Public Safety & Criminal Justice Instructor

Rutland City Public Schools; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutland City Public Schools at Stafford Technical Center seeks a Long Term Substitute for Public Safety & Criminal Justice. The instructor will deliver a state-approved program for high school students, including lab work, mock crime scene activities, and real-world law enforcement contexts.

The role prepares students for postsecondary study and entry-level careers, with dual enrollment college credits and industry credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public safety, forensic science, or related field.
• Minimum five years’ work experience in public safety or criminal justice.
• Vermont educator license with appropriate CTE endorsement, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Eligibility for adjunct faculty with the program’s postsecondary partner.
• Appropriate industry certifications for the field.

Responsibilities

• Implement the state-approved curriculum aligned with program competencies.
• Plan and deliver full-day instruction blending theory, lab work, and hands-on learning.
• Teach core content including law, policing, corrections, and forensic science.
• Prepare students for industry certifications and college-credit coursework.
• Assess mastery using competencies and proficiency-based grading.
• Maintain grades, attendance and competency records in the SIS.
• Communicate student progress to families and partner schools.
• Maintain adjunct faculty approval with the postsecondary partner.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement and emergency services for field experiences.
• Model professionalism and ethics consistent with public safety standards.

Skills

Classroom management

Student engagement

Communication with families

Relationship-building with industry

Organizational skills

Recordkeeping

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field

Vermont educator licensure with CTE endorsement

Tools

Google Workspace

Student information systems

Job description

Long Term Substitute - Public Safety & Criminal Justice Instructor

Rutland City Public Schools Stafford Technical Center - Rutland, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5977042

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: Public Safety & Criminal Justice Instructor

Location: Stafford Technical Center

Reports to & Evaluated by: STC Director or designee

Union/Pay Scale: REA – Teacher

Position Summary: The Public Safety & Criminal Justice Instructor plans and delivers a state-approved career and technical education program for students in grades 10–12. The instructor prepares students for postsecondary study and entry-level careers in law enforcement, corrections, forensics, emergency services, and related public safety fields. The program offers dual enrollment college credit and industry-recognized credentials.

Essential Duties

• Implement the state-approved Public Safety & Criminal Justice curriculum, aligned with program competencies, industry standards, and articulation agreements.
• Plan and deliver full-day instruction that blends classroom theory, lab work, and applied, project-based learning (e.g., mock crime scenes, evidence collection and processing, report writing, courtroom simulations).
• Teach core content, including the criminal justice system, criminal and constitutional law, policing, corrections, courts, forensic science, crime scene investigation, emergency response, and professional ethics.
• Prepare students for industry certifications and college-credit coursework offered through the program.
• Assess student mastery of technical and employability skills using program competencies and proficiency-based grading.
• Maintain accurate grades, attendance, and competency records in the district’s student information system.
• Communicate student progress to students, families, sending schools, and support staff in a timely manner.
• Maintain approval as an adjunct faculty member with the program’s postsecondary partner and meet its course and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement, fire, EMS, corrections, courts, and other agencies to arrange guest speakers, field experiences, job shadows, and work-based learning.
• Model professionalism, ethics, and respect consistent with public safety standards and district policy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public safety, forensic science, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years work experience in public safety or criminal justice, as required for Vermont CTE educator licensure.
• Vermont educator license with appropriate CTE endorsement, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Eligibility for approval as adjunct faculty with the program’s postsecondary partner.
• Appropriate industry certifications for the field.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring adolescents or adult learners
• Experience with project-based learning and proficiency-based assessment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Current knowledge of criminal justice systems, public safety operations, and forensic and crime scene practices.
• Ability to translate field experience into engaging, hands-on learning for high school students.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills with teens.
• Clear written and verbal communication with students, families, colleagues, and industry partners.
• Organization and recordkeeping skills, including use of Google Workspace and student information systems.
• Commitment to student growth, equity, and preparing all students for postsecondary success.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Regularly stand, walk, bend, and move about the classroom and school for extended periods.
• Lift and carry equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.
• Demonstrate and supervise hands-on activities, including scenario-based exercises, some of which may take place outdoors.
• Work in a school setting with frequent interruptions and active student supervision.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $47,252 to $92,401 Per Year

Job Categories: Career and Technical Education > Law Enforcement

Welcome to Stafford Technical Center

STC serves Rutland County by providing technical education to students from the seven sending high schools in the region. Hands-on training and state-of-the-art technology in programs ranging from video and culinary arts to technology and carpentry offers students a diverse range of educational choices. Comprehensive instructional, counseling, special education services are provided by a highly skilled and caring staff of teachers and paraprofessionals. Learn more at: staffordonline.org

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Connor , Director
• 22 Stratton Road
• Rutland, Vermont 05701
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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