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

Juvenile Justice, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice in Augusta, GA invites applications for a Practical Instructor 2 at Augusta YDC. This role trains clients in language, life skills, and workforce readiness as part of an organized program.

Under supervision, you adapt lessons, assess needs, and deliver classes, workshops, and demonstrations. A qualifying associate degree or equivalent experience is required, with HS diploma and relevant instructional experience also acceptable.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience as described above.
• High School diploma/GED with relevant instructional/childcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Adapts instructional methods and materials to meet clients' varying needs, abilities, and interests.
• Assess students' education and adjustment needs through direct observation and testing.
• Conducts classes, workshops, and demonstrations in language, life skills, and workforce entry topics.
• Plan and coordinate a comprehensive recreational program for facility population.
• Counsels and instructs clients in daily living and work routines.
• Estimate materials needed for inventory and specific areas, including cost.

Education

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.

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.

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 Justice

Job Requisition ID

JR0000005520

Shift

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 interests
• Assess student's education and adjustment needs through direct observation and testing
• Conducts classes, workshops, and demonstrations to instruct in principles, techniques, or methods in subjects such as language skills, life skills, and workforce entry skills
• Conducts recreational activities with the goals of teaching decision-making, improving physical fitness, offering leisure options and teaching social skills
• Counsel and instructs clients In the habits of daily living and work routines
• Estimates materials needed for inventory and specific areas, including cost
• Instruct clients or residents through lectures and demonstrations of methods and techniques
• Plan and coordinate a comprehensive recreational program for facility population
• Plans a program of practical Instruction to meet Individual and group needs
• Repairs, adjusts and alters equipment and tools as needed

Minimum 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.
• 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.

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-benefits

Other Important Information

• THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION. THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE PLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION.
• ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.
• DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
• Minimum 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 Employer
• The 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.
• Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state.
• Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.