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

Juvenile Justice, Department of; United States; Sur place; USD 45 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Résumé du poste

The Department of Juvenile Justice in Georgia seeks a dedicated Teacher (GED Instructor) to educate Muscogee YDC students in Columbus, GA. You will teach basic skills, integrate GED concepts across reading, math, science and social studies, and help students set goals toward passing the GED exam.

Responsibilities include creating reports, maintaining accurate grades, administering assessments, and developing individualized plans.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to teach GED skills and integrate math, reading and science across curricula.
• Creates reports and records as required by District/Agency/DOE/Federal Government.

Responsabilités

• Instructs students to earn their GED and cover Mathematical Reasoning, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts.
• Administers assessments to determine progress and understanding.
• Creates individualized plans and adjusts as students progress.
• Maintains accurate grades and utilizes diverse curricula.
• Works with community agencies, parents, and staff to support student success.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Excellent verbal and written skills

Microsoft Office

Formation

Associate degree or 1 year relevant experience

GED teaching experience (preferred)

Description du poste

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: $50,100.00

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

• Health and dental insurance.
• Retirement and savings plan options.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Job Classification

THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

DJJ IS AN 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.