DOC Lawrence CC Adult Educator

State of Illinois

3d•Onsite

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 Education in grades K-12.
Requires the ability to travel.
Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Requires the ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs, regardless of the position held, is prohibited.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.

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 two (2) years of professional experience preparing a flexible course syllabus utilizing various instructional methods designed to benefit students.
At least one (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.
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

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 day annually
3 paid Personal Business days annually
12 paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment)
Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (As applicable)
Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources