DOC Hill CC Adult Educator

State of Illinois•Galesburg, IL

7d•$6,044 - $10,645•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections and Office of Adult Education and Vocational Services are seeking a professional educator to provide Adult Basic Education and Adult Secondary Education services to adult individuals in custody at Hill Correctional Center. The educator assesses students’ learning needs, plans and implements instructional activities, evaluates student success, and promotes a positive learning environment. The program’s mission is to engage, educate, and empower adult students. This is a full-time, salaried union position performed fully in office. The work schedule is Tuesday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday, and Monday are off. The role is based at Hill Correctional Center in Galesburg, Illinois, and requires travel. The anticipated starting salary is $6,044 per month, with a stated full range of $6,044 to $10,645 per month.

Requirements

Possess a current and valid ISBE-issued Professional Educator License with an endorsement appropriate to the content area, grade level, and instructional area in which the individual is approved to work.
Ability to travel.
Ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Ability to pass a drug screen; unauthorized drug use is prohibited.
Ability to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes to manage and support department digital enhancements and transformation efforts.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of professional teaching experience.
At least two years of professional experience evaluating standardized test scores concerning students.
At least two years of professional experience reviewing and selecting course material and teaching aids.
At least two years of professional experience preparing a flexible course syllabus using various instructional methods designed to benefit students.
At least one year of professional experience preparing reports consistent with academic program administrative requirements and/or institutional objectives.
At least two years of professional experience attending in-service and other professional development seminars.
At least two years of professional experience serving on assigned special committees.
At least two years of professional experience using office equipment and technology to develop and reproduce learning materials.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
At least one year of experience maintaining discipline, safety, and an effective learning environment.

Responsibilities

Administer classroom and individual-level instruction to participating individuals in custody.
Develop curricula for each assigned teaching subject and approximate grade level, within the purview of the Curriculum Policy.
Develop examination tools to measure each student’s strengths, weaknesses, and progress.
Prepare and maintain detailed records and reports on attendance, achievement, and students’ individual progress and needs.
Direct students in additional school-related activities when necessary.
Attend and participate in regular teachers’ meetings, including counselor-teacher meetings, team meetings, and staff development.
Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the listed duties.