Career Preparation I Instructor

Windham School District•Gatesville, TX

About The Position

Instruct adult incarcerated students in the technical and soft skills needed to gain entry-level employment. Provide direct instruction that helps students explore career pathways while developing critical thinking, employability, communication, and problem-solving skills needed to obtain employment before reentry. The instructor follows Windham School District curriculum and policies, maintains lesson plans and student records, evaluates student progress, and supports a positive learning environment. The position supervises students in a classroom and may also supervise teacher aides. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and five years of full-time, wage-earning experience within the last ten years in a trade such as communications, business information management, or information technology. College or technical-school coursework may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis, up to four years. The district must be able to verify qualifying work experience. Personal technology that enables completion of duties while working remotely is required. The job involves working inside and outside, sometimes around noise, moving machinery, radiant or electrical energy, and possible microwave exposure, as well as hot or cold temperatures, dust, and cleaning chemicals. Physical activities include lifting up to 30 pounds, walking, sitting, standing, climbing stairs and ramps, kneeling, stooping, reaching, and occasional travel and driving. Occasional prolonged and irregular work hours may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma from an accredited high school or GED equivalent.
Five years of full-time, wage-earning experience within the last ten years in a trade, including but not limited to communications, business information management, or information technology.
Thirty semester hours from an accredited college, university, or technical school may substitute for one year of experience, up to a maximum substitution of four years.
Windham School District must be able to issue a statement of qualification verifying work experience.
Personal technology capable of enabling completion of job duties and responsibilities when working remotely.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to convey ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Skill in organizing and maintaining accurate records.
Knowledge of MOS testing for Microsoft Word and Excel certification.
Ability to instruct, reason, compile data, interpret policies and procedures, concentrate, organize, analyze, maintain emotional control and confidentiality, and work with frequent interruptions.
Ability to perform the full duties of the position, including lifting up to 30 pounds and the listed physical activities and travel.
Ability to work in the described indoor and outdoor environments and conditions.

Responsibilities

Plan and direct learning activities for students nearing reentry, including instruction on careers, job searching, career development, occupational and labor-market information, employability skills, resumes, mock interviews, and employment-related soft skills.
Follow Windham School District curriculum guides for the assigned subject area.
Participate in district staff development programs as required.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings.
Participate in evaluations and self-studies required by the Texas Education Agency and contracting agency.
Maintain lesson plans in accordance with Windham School District policy.
Maintain accurate attendance records and student progress records as directed by district policies and procedures.
Submit reports required by program needs and administrative requests.
Give students clear oral and written instructions.
Manage classroom behavior in a firm, fair, and consistent manner and create a positive learning environment.
Prepare and use varied teaching methods for basic subject-level concepts; plan for individual student needs and maintain student engagement.
Arrange seating, materials, and displays to support instructional aims and procedures.
Comply with policies and procedures governing instructional materials, equipment, and textbooks; follow checkout procedures and promptly report defective equipment or student abuse of materials or equipment.
Apply knowledge, training, and appropriate media using the instructional systems approach outlined in curriculum guides.
Comply with Windham School District, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, statutory, and agency policies and regulations.
Cooperate with staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, methods, and policies.
Demonstrate progress toward district student-performance targets and assigned district or campus improvement plans.
Develop, use, and evaluate ideas or innovative approaches to improve performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and perform duties professionally, ethically, and responsibly, including punctual attendance and compliance with the educator Code of Ethics and Standard Practices.