DOC Big Muddy CC Adult Educator
About The Position
The Illinois Department of Corrections and Office of Adult Education and Vocational Services seek an educator with a valid Professional Educator License to provide Adult Basic Education and Adult Secondary Education services to adults in custody. The educator assesses students’ learning needs, plans and implements instruction, evaluates student success, and promotes a positive learning environment. The program’s mission is to engage, educate, and empower adult students. The position is based at Big Muddy River Correctional Center in Ina, Illinois. The 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 position is fully in office, with no hybrid schedule availability. The role is a full-time salaried, union position.
Requirements
- Possess a current and valid ISBE-issued Professional Educator License with an endorsement appropriate to the content area, grade level, and instructional area of assignment.
- Ability to travel.
- Ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Ability to pass a drug screen; unauthorized drug use is prohibited regardless of position.
- Ability to use digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes to manage and support department digital enhancements.
- Abide by employer vaccine and other medical standards.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of professional teaching experience.
- At least two years of professional experience evaluating students’ standardized test scores.
- At least two years of professional experience reviewing and selecting course materials and teaching aids.
- At least two years of professional experience preparing flexible course syllabi using varied instructional methods designed to benefit students.
- At least one year of professional experience preparing reports consistent with academic program administrative requirements 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 coworkers.
- At least one year of experience maintaining discipline, safety, and an effective learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide classroom and individual instruction to participating individuals in custody.
- Develop curricula for assigned teaching subjects and approximate grade levels within the scope 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, individual progress, and student needs.
- Direct students in additional school-related activities when necessary.
- Attend and participate in regular teacher discussions and planning, 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.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension plan
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs
- 13–14 paid state holidays annually
- Three paid personal business days annually
- 12 paid sick days annually, with carryover
- 10–25 paid vacation days annually
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
- Extensive training and career advancement opportunities
- Full 20-year retirement awards include free health insurance during retirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
