ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER

State of Florida • JASPER, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Department of Corrections is hiring an Adult Education Teacher for the Education Department at Hamilton Correctional Institution. This Career Service position is responsible for delivering Adult Basic Education/GED® instruction in Math/Science, Reading-Language Arts, and Social Studies through a blended instructional model. The Bureau of Education provides educational programs and services to inmates to support academic, vocational, and life-skills development, personal growth, and successful reintegration into society.

The position is not eligible for telework and requires reporting to the FDC office in the area served. The teacher will provide instruction to students at a correctional institution or facility, supervise inmates in class, assess progress, maintain classroom order and records, and participate in education-program activities.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Possess or be eligible to apply for a State of Florida Educator's Certificate.
• Non-certified applicants must obtain a temporary State of Florida Educator's Certificate within 12 months of hire and obtain a State of Florida Educator's Professional Certificate before the temporary certificate expires.
• Applicants must pass a Level 2 background check before starting work.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and conduct classes in assigned subjects using varied teaching techniques to support student advancement.
• Supervise inmates in class, conduct roll calls and counts, and maintain attendance records.
• Maintain classroom order and discipline, evaluate student progress, and administer grades and tests.
• Counsel and advise individuals regarding program progress, behavior, or personal concerns.
• Participate in staff meetings, seminars, and workshops related to curriculum changes and professional development.
• Assist with budget preparation and purchase requests for the education program.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Supplemental dental, vision, life, disability, and hospitalization insurance.
• Tuition-free college courses.
• Retirement plans through the Florida Retirement System, including a pension plan, investment plan, Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP), and deferred compensation.
• Applicants with a master's degree may be eligible for an additional $1,499.94 annually.
• Possession of a temporary or professional teaching certificate may qualify for a one-time $1,000 hiring bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time