Vocational Instructor-Horticulture

CoreCivic; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic seeks a Vocational Instructor to deliver instructional services in an institutional setting. The role focuses on vocational subjects such as business, computers/technology, carpentry, plumbing, and trades to help inmates learn skills.

Responsibilities include preparing objectives, planning studies, delivering instruction with various materials, evaluating student progress, and providing additional support as needed. A driving license and credentialing are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; state credentials may be needed by contract.
• Three years of wage-earning experience in the vocational trade or related field, or three years as an instructor.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required agency credentials and licenses.
• Must be able to give clear instructions in the trade or vocational area.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications required.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and contract requirements.
• Plan and document a program of study meeting student needs and abilities.
• Provide instruction using handouts, texts, AV aids; evaluate progress and issue reports; assist students as needed.

Skills

Instruction delivery

Clear communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Computers or Horticulture (related field)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

$22.33 per hour At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Vocational Instructor who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Vocational Instructor performs instructional services of vocational and/or occupational subjects, such as business, computers/technology, carpentry, plumbing and trades which are designed to help inmates/students learn specified subject matter and acquire vocational skills.

• Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and applicable requirements by contract.
• Plan and document a program of study that meets the individual needs and abilities of students.
• Provide instruction using handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials. Evaluate students\' performance and issue progress reports as required. Assist students with additional instruction as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required.
• Three years of full-time, wage-earning experience in the subject vocational trade or in career readiness skills to include technical trade experience; or three years of experience as a certified instructor teaching in the specific trade or subject area is required.
• Must possess or be eligible for certification and/or license, or other credentials required by contract and/or state of employment.
• Continued employment in this position will be contingent upon obtaining and/or maintaining required agency credentials.
• Must have the ability to give clear instructions in the trade and/or vocational area.
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications is required.
• A valid driver\'s license is required.
• Instructors teaching Computers or Horticulture may substitute a Bachelor\'s degree in the field of study related to the work assignment for the experience requirement.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran.