EDUCATIONAL TEACHER

Arizona Department of Administration • Safford, AZ

9d • $54,003 - $91,670 • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry is hiring an Educational Teacher for the Education Programs and Community Reentry Division at Arizona State Prison Complex – Safford. The teacher designs and delivers instruction in academic subjects and learning skills to adults, and possibly minors, who have not achieved mandatory literacy or full K–12 academic achievement. The role is intended for certified Special Education, elementary, middle grades, or secondary education teachers, and may include providing Special Education services when required.

The teacher assesses student progress, develops appropriate education plans, maintains accurate educational and testing records, and completes required reports and evaluations. The role includes creating a supportive, structured learning environment, collaborating with other educators, escorting and supervising inmates in the education building or classroom, participating in required training and professional development, and driving on State business when needed.

Requirements

• At least one year of K–12 teaching experience in Arizona.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Current, valid Arizona Department of Education Teaching Certificate in an approved elementary or secondary area.
• Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card.
• Pass a background investigation and drug test; a medical or physical examination may also be required.
• Work in a prison environment and work day and/or evening shifts at any unit teaching post.
• Provide academic instruction and counseling to inmates, including individual and group instruction and education counseling.
• Learn and follow laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Work cooperatively with other education staff.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; current instructional methodologies and counseling techniques; appropriate testing procedures and interpretation; and computers and software sufficient for daily tasks.
• Skills in written and verbal communication, time management, organization and prioritization, typing, teaching and facilitation, and establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
• If driving on State business, maintain a current, valid, class-appropriate driver’s license, meet driver-record and training requirements, and maintain required liability insurance when using a personally owned vehicle.
• Complete a tuberculosis test during New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• Successfully complete E-Verify employment eligibility verification.

Responsibilities

• Teach academic subjects to students who have not completed full academic achievement, potentially through K–12, and provide Special Education services when required.
• Implement teacher-designed lesson plans and collaborate with classroom and Special Education teachers.
• Assess student progress and develop appropriate education plans.
• Develop and correct diagnostic tests, maintain educational records, and provide monthly work evaluations to the unit.
• Maintain records of student performance and use them to guide instructional decisions.
• Maintain the security of all testing instruments.
• Consult with highly qualified teachers about subject matter concerns or questions.
• Teach various subjects and provide learning experiences aligned with curriculum goals and effective instructional principles.
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment using effective classroom management techniques.
• Escort and supervise inmates in the education building or classroom.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve Department and Education Bureau goals.
• Engage in professional development and maintain required certifications.
• Adapt instruction to improve teaching and student learning.
• Attend required training sessions and meetings.
• Drive on State business.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the assignment.

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days, with 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program).
• Medical, dental, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance options.
• Retirement program.
• Optional deferred compensation plans and credit union membership.
• Wellness program.
• Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program.
• Teachers may be eligible for an annual salary increase based on years of experience and education.

What This Job Offers

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