DOC Danville CC Adult Educator
About The Position
The Illinois Department of Corrections and the Office of Adult Education and Vocational Services is looking for a professional educator that possesses a valid Professional Education License. The OAEVS educator will provide Adult Basic Education and Adult Secondary Education services to adult individuals. The chosen candidate will assess the learning needs of the student, plan and implement instructional activities, evaluate student success while promoting a positive learning environment. The mission is to engage, educate and empower the adult education student. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Requires possession of a current and valid ISBE-issued Professional Educator License with endorsement appropriate to the content area, Elementary & Secondary (K-12).
Nice To Haves
- At least two (2) years of professional teaching experience.
- At least two (2) years of professional experience evaluating standardized test scores concerning students.
- At least two (2) years of professional experience reviewing and selecting course material and teaching aids.
- At least (2) years of professional experience preparing a flexible course syllabus utilizing various instructional methods designed to benefit students.
- At least (1) year of professional experience preparing reports consistent with the administrative requirements of the academic program and/or the institution’s objectives.
- At least two (2) years of professional experience attending in-service and other professional development seminars.
- At least two (2) years of professional experience on serving special committees as assigned.
- At least two (2) years of professional experience utilizing office equipment and technology in the development and reproduction of learning materials.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
- At least one (1) year of experience maintaining discipline, safety, and an effective learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Administer classroom and individual level instruction to participating individuals in custody.
- Within the purview of the Curriculum Policy, develop curricula for each assigned teaching subject and approximate grade level.
- Develops examination tools designed to measure each student's strengths, weaknesses and progress.
- Prepares and keeps detailed records and reports on attendance, achievement and individual progress and needs of the students.
- Direct students in additional school related activities when necessary.
- Attends and participates in discussion and planning at regular teachers meetings, including counselor-teacher meetings, team meetings and staff development.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
- 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
- Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
- Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
- 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
- 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
- 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
- Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
