Vocational Instructor-Masonry

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

Job summary

CoreCivic is hiring a Vocational Instructor to deliver instructional services in an institutional setting, teaching trades such as business, computers/technology, carpentry and plumbing to inmates/students. The role focuses on developing practical skills and supporting learning objectives.

Responsibilities include preparing objectives, planning study programs, delivering instruction with diverse materials, evaluating progress, and providing extra instruction as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Three years of full-time wage-earning experience in the vocational trade or career readiness skills, or three years of experience as a certified instructor.
• Must possess or be eligible for certification/license or credentials required by contract/state.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards.
• Plan and document a program of study to meet student needs.
• Provide instruction using handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials; evaluate performance and issue progress reports.

Skills

Clear instruction delivery

Career readiness coaching

Technology literacy

Inmate/student instruction

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field (for Computers/Horticulture substitution)

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

2025 CoreCivic Benefits Overview

• 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.