Practical Instructor 2 - Augusta YDC - Augusta, GA (NSF)

State-of-Georgi; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a Practical Instructor 2 in Augusta, GA. The role involves instructing clients in practical and workforce readiness areas, adapting materials to individual needs, and guiding residents in daily living and job-related routines.

Responsibilities include planning comprehensive recreational programs, delivering lectures and demonstrations, and coordinating instruction to meet both individual and group requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in area of assignment from an accredited college or university.
• Or one year of experience at the lower-level Practical Instructor 1 (EDT010) or equivalent.
• High School diploma or GED with one year of instructional/childcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Instructs or trains clients and/or students in a specific area of assignment.
• Adapts instructional methods and materials to meet diverse needs.
• Conducts classes, workshops, and demonstrations in languages, life skills, and workforce entry skills.
• Plans and coordinates recreational programs for the facility population.
• Estimates materials and budgets for inventory and areas.

Skills

Instructional skills

Assessment techniques

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Curriculum planning

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Practical Instructor 2 - Augusta YDC - Augusta, GA (NSF)Agency:Department of Juvenile JusticeJob Requisition ID:JR0000005520Shift:Any (United States of America)Compensation Details:$30,000.00 (ANNUAL SALARY)Job Description:Please Note: This position is scheduled to close at 12:00 a.m. on the closing date listed above. Applications must be submitted before that time to be considered.Job Summary:Under general supervision, instructs or trains clients and/or students in a specific area of assignment as part of a program that includes an organized agenda of practical and workforce readiness instruction.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Adapts Instructional methods and materials to meet clients varying needs, abilities, and interestsAssess student's education and adjustment needs through direct observation and testingConducts classes, workshops, and demonstrations to instruct in principles, techniques, or methods in subjects such as language skills, life skills, and workforce entry skillsConducts recreational activities with the goals of teaching decision-making, improving physical fitness, offering leisure options and teaching social skillsCounsel and instructs clients In the habits of daily living and work routinesEstimates materials needed for inventory and specific areas, including costInstruct clients or residents through lectures and demonstrations of methods and techniquesPlan and coordinate a comprehensive recreational program for facility populationPlans a program of practical Instruction to meet Individual and group needsRepairs, adjusts and alters equipment and tools as neededMinimum Qualifications:Associate degree in area of assignment from an accredited college or university.Or one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Practical Instructor 1 (EDT010) or position equivalent.Benefits:In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefitsTHIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENTTHIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION.THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLEPLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION.ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinimum Qualifications:High School diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience working in an instructional/childcare setting; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Instruction Paraprofessional 1 (EDS010) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.