ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER

State of Florida • MALONE, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Jackson Correctional Institution in the Education department. This position is for an Adult Basic Education/GED® Instructor responsible for delivery of instruction in Math/Science, Reading-Language Arts and Social Studies through a blended instructional model. The purpose of the Adult Education Teacher is to plan, deliver, and supervise educational programs for inmates, maintain classroom order and safety, assess student progress, provide counseling, and support the development and administration of the education program. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college/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.
• State of Florida Educator’s Professional Certificate must be obtained prior to the expiration of Temporary Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops and conducts classes in the assigned subject(s). Utilizes various teaching techniques and activities to assist students with their educational advancement.
• Responsible for the supervision of inmates assigned to the class. Conducts roll calls, counts and maintaining attendance records.
• Ensures that order and discipline, tool control, and safety are maintained in the classroom and/or shop.
• Continually evaluates students and makes determinations as to overall progress. Administers grades and evaluates tests.
• Counsels and advises individuals regarding their program progress, behavior or personal concern.
• Participates in staff meetings, seminars and workshops to identify needed curriculum changes and to facilitate professional development.
• Assists in budget preparation and processing 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 with the Florida Retirement System: Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan), Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan), Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop), Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

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