Corrections Education Specialist II

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Louisville, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Department of Corrections Division of Education supports the Department and the reentry of offenders into the community. Its mission is to prepare offenders for successful reentry by advancing academic achievement and work-ready skills. The Corrections Education Specialist provides direct instruction in general education subjects, such as math, reading, science, and social studies, and helps plan, facilitate, and coordinate educational opportunities for offenders in a correctional setting. The position delivers classroom and performance-based instruction to students and adult inmates, develops lesson plans, follows approved curricula and program requirements, advises students, and assesses their progress. It also coordinates educational programs, maintains required student records and reports, and oversees classroom equipment and supplies. The specialist participates in professional development and staff meetings and provides guidance to other education specialists and staff. Work is typically performed in an office setting within a correctional institution. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and ineligible for overtime pay. The role has an initial and promotional probationary period of six months, except as provided by KRS 18A.111.

Requirements

Master's degree in education (academic or vocational) from a college or university.
Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, and technology skills.
Ability to complete work-related activities professionally.
Ability to multitask, plan, pay attention to detail, think critically, and analyze data to forecast positive outcomes.
Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment and adapt to changing needs of the Department, facility, and Division.

Responsibilities

Provide targeted classroom and performance-based instruction to students and/or adult inmates in a correctional setting, including promoting education during inmate orientation and to the general population.
Maintain order and discipline in the classroom.
Develop lesson plans on educational topics within the assigned correctional facility and adhere to approved curriculum, expected outcomes, and program requirements.
Submit transcripts and documents to appropriate agencies for review and approval.
Advise students as needed and assess their attainment using reliable criteria.
Maintain federal and state reports regarding student assessment and progress, and make appropriate referrals when needed.
Coordinate special programs regarding educational needs and assessments within the Department.
Enter daily attendance into the Kentucky Offender Management System (KOMS) and student information into the KY Adult Education Reporting System (KAERS).
Maintain an accurate and complete inventory of classroom equipment, tools, computers, and toxic or caustic supplies, and monitor student use of these items.
Participate in professional development activities, attend necessary educational staff meetings, and engage in continuing career development.
Provide guidance and assistance to Corrections Education Specialist Is and other staff.
Perform other assigned duties.