Teacher (GED Instructor)- Muscogee YDC- Columbus, GA

Georgia Department of Revenue; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice seeks a GED Instructor at Muscogee YDC in Columbus, GA. You will teach basic and GED skills, reading, mathematics, science, and social studies while helping students set goals and prepare for the GED exam.

Responsibilities include developing individualized plans, maintaining grades, and administering assessments. Strong communication and Microsoft Office proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certification in area of vocational assignment, or 1 year of experience at Instructor 1 level.
• Positions may require area specific certifications.
• Three years of GED teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in creation of reports, records, and paperwork.
• Maintains communication with staff, community agencies, parents, students, and school staff.
• Instructs students on material needed to earn GED and teaches Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts.
• Administers assessments to determine comprehension and progress.
• Maintains accurate grades and utilizes diverse curricula reflecting student backgrounds.
• Provides instruction individually and sets clear learning objectives.
• Maintains classroom management and participates in professional growth.

Skills

Verbal and written communications

GED teaching experience

Education

Associate degree or recognized vocational certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Title

Teacher (GED Instructor)- Muscogee YDC- Columbus, GA

Agency

Department of Juvenile Justice

Job Requisition ID

JR0000007434

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$40737.63

Job Description

Responsible for teaching basic skills to students with varying academic levels while integrating GED skills, reading and mathematics skills, social justice and community issues, and science. Assists students in setting goals and prepares them to take the GED exam.

Job Specific Duties

• Assists in the creation of all reports, records, and other paperwork as assigned by the District, the Agency, the Georgia Department of Education, and the Federal Government, and other paperwork that may be appropriate to the District’s administration.

• Keeps the supervisor informed and works cooperatively with all other staff in school, District, and Agency-related matters.

• Maintains a positive, collaborative, and mutually supportive working relationship with community agencies, parents, students, and Agency, District, and school staff.

• Instructs students on material needed in order to earn their GED

• Teaches basic and advanced skills encompassing Mathematical Reasoning , Science, Social Studies, and Reasoning Through Language Arts

• Administers various assessments to determine comprehension and progress

• Creates individualized plans and modify accordingly as students’ progress

• Maintains accurate grades for all subjects

• Utilizes various curriculum resources

• Utilizes curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served

• Provide instruction to students on an individual basis

• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities

• Maintains classroom management through the approved behavior management system

• Continues to grow professionally through research, study, and collaboration with colleagues.

• Performs other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university or recognized certification in the area of vocational assignment; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Instructor 1 (EDP020) or position equivalent.–Note: Positions may require area specific certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of GED teaching experience

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Physical requirements/Working Conditions

• Routine physical activities associated with normal classroom environment

• Travel

• Security procedures inside of a detention center

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

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Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree from an accredited college or university or recognized certification in the area of vocational assignment; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Instructor 1 (EDP020) or position equivalent.–Note: Positions may require area specific certifications.

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.