EDUCATIONAL TEACHER

Arizona Department of Administration • Buckeye, AZ

1d • $54,003 - $91,670 • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking certified Special Education (SPED), Elementary, Middle Grades, or Secondary Education Teachers to design engaging lessons. The role involves delivering instructional programs in various academic subjects and learning skills to adults, possibly minors, who have not achieved mandatory literacy and/or full academic achievement of K-12. Responsibilities include completing weekly reports and documentation, collaborating with fellow educators, and creating a supportive classroom environment. This position offers the opportunity to transform lives through education and positively impact communities across Arizona.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Current, valid Arizona Department of Education (ADE) Teaching Certificate in the approved area of Elementary or Secondary
• Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card
• Ability to work in a prison environment
• Ability to work day and/or evening shifts at any unit teaching post
• Ability to provide academic instruction and counseling to inmates
• Ability to learn and adhere to laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to provide individual and group instruction and education counseling
• Ability to work cooperatively with other education staff
• Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to the assignment
• Knowledge of current instructional methodologies and counseling techniques
• Knowledge of appropriate testing procedures and interpretation of specific tests
• Knowledge of computers and software sufficient to perform daily tasks
• Skill in written and verbal communication
• Skill in time management
• Skill in organization and prioritizing
• Skill in typing
• Skill in teaching and facilitation
• Skill in establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships

Responsibilities

• Teaches all subjects to students who have not completed full academic achievement, potentially through K-12; when required, provides Special Education services
• Appropriately implements teacher-designed lesson plans and exhibits collaboration between classroom and Special Education teachers for the benefit of students
• Accesses students' progress and develops an appropriate education plan
• Develops and corrects diagnostic tests, maintains educational records, and provides the unit with monthly work evaluations
• Maintains records of student performance and uses them to guide instructional decisions
• Maintains the security of all testing instruments
• Consults with highly qualified teachers on subject matter concerns or questions
• Teaches various subjects and includes learning experiences appropriate for curriculum goals that are based on principles of effective instruction
• Creates and maintains a positive learning environment using effective classroom management techniques
• Escorts and supervises inmates in the education building/classroom
• Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborates with colleagues to achieve Department and Education Bureau goals
• Engages in professional development and maintains required certifications
• Continually adapts to improve instruction and student learning
• Attends required training sessions and meetings
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

What This Job Offers

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