TDOC INSTRUCTOR - 10072026-81686

State of Tennessee; Mountain City (TN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Tennessee is seeking a TDOC Instructor to deliver high-impact academic and workforce readiness instruction within Tennessee's correctional education system. This role focuses on helping incarcerated individuals earn high school equivalency credentials, pursue employment, and transition to post-secondary opportunities.

You will provide individualized and group instruction, assess progress, maintain safe classrooms, and collaborate with counselors, facility teams, and educational staff to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in adult education or instructional settings is desirable.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons meeting diverse learning needs.
• Provide individualized guidance and motivation to support educational goals.
• Administer and analyze assessments to guide diploma attainment.
• Establish and maintain a safe, orderly learning environment.
• Coordinate testing and enter student data into the Offender Management System.
• Collaborate with counselors, facility teams, and educational personnel.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Active Learning

Critical Thinking

Complex Problem Solving

Instructing

Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Computer

Printer/Copier

Radio

Word Processing Software

Telephone

Job description

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 10/07/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 10/07/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time 10/20/2026 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly) $4,627.00 - $8,231.00

Salary (Annually) $55,524.00 - $98,772.00

Job Type Full-Time

City, State Location Mountain City, TN

Department Correction

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION, JOHNSON COUNTY

A Pre-employment Drug Screening Is Required Prior To Employment.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.

Overview

As a TDOC Instructor, you will play a vital role in Tennessee's correctional education system by delivering high-impact academic and workforce readiness instruction that helps incarcerated individuals gain the skills needed to earn high school equivalency credentials, pursue employment, and transition successfully into post-secondary opportunities. This position is ideal for professionals who are passionate about adult education, student achievement, and creating positive change.

The TDOC Instructor provides individualized and group instruction aligned with academic and workforce standards, supports student progress through assessment and advising, and maintains safe and structured classroom environments. This role requires strong communication skills, effective instructional planning, data management, collaboration, and sound professional judgment to help adult learners reach key educational milestones and prepare for successful reentry.

Responsibilities

Instruction & Learning Support

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that meet diverse learning needs through differentiated instruction covering reading, math, language skills, science, and social studies for the purpose of attaining a high school equivalency diploma.
• Provide individualized academic guidance and motivational support to help students overcome barriers and achieve their educational and employment goals.
• Administer and analyze formative and summative assessments to determine instructional levels, support appropriate placement, and guide diploma attainment in accordance with state and TDOC guidelines.

Classroom & Training Environment Management

• Establish and maintain a safe, orderly, and disciplined learning environment.
• Enforce safety protocols, equipment procedures, and tool control requirements in classrooms, shops, and work sites in compliance with TDOC policy and applicable regulations.

Testing & Data Administration

• Coordinate the scheduling and administration of required testing with full adherence to state and institutional standards.
• Accurately enter student information and assessment results into the Offender Management System to maintain accountability and reporting integrity.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work collaboratively with counselors, facility teams, security staff, and educational personnel to support student progress and program quality.
• Participate in advisory committee meetings, professional development, audits, and facility ceremonies such as graduations.

Professional Development

• Engage in ongoing professional learning to stay current with best practices in adult education, instructional methods, and workforce readiness programming.

Competencies (KSA's)

• Decision Quality
• Plans and Aligns
• Manages Conflict
• Nimble Learning
• Drives Results

Knowledges

• Public Safety and Security
• Clerical
• Design

Skills

• Active Learning and Listening
• Critical Thinking
• Complex Problem Solving
• Instructing
• Writing

Abilities

• Deductive Reasoning
• Inductive Reasoning
• Written Comprehension
• Speech Clarity
• Speech Recognition

Tools & Equipment

• Computer
• Printer/Copier
• Radio
• Word Processing Software
• Telephone