Academic Instructor-English Second Language

Core Civic • Las Animas, CO

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About The Position

The Academic Instructor provides instruction in basic education subjects, including mathematics, science, social studies, reading, writing, and language arts, to help inmates/students develop skills that contribute to becoming mature, responsible citizens. The instructor maintains a positive learning environment, uses secure classroom management practices, and develops lesson plans appropriate to students’ levels.

The instructor prepares course objectives in accordance with curriculum standards and applicable contract requirements, plans a program of study and related lessons, assignments, and tests under general supervision, and teaches using course outlines, handouts, texts, audiovisual aids, and other materials. The instructor also evaluates student progress and competency through testing and provides individualized instruction as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess or be eligible for certification, license, or other credentials required by contract and/or the state of employment.
• Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining and/or maintaining required agency credentials.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching license preferred.
• Three years of classroom instruction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course objectives in accordance with curriculum standards and applicable contract requirements.
• Plan a program of study, lesson plans, assignments, and tests under general supervision.
• Provide instruction using course outlines, handouts, texts, audiovisual aids, and other materials.
• Administer tests to evaluate students’ progress and competency with the subject matter.
• Assist students with individualized instruction as needed.
• Maintain a positive learning environment using secure classroom management practices.
• Develop lesson plans appropriate to students’ levels.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level