Instructor, Culinary

Management and Training Corporation•Quincy, FL

30d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor, Culinary provides vocational instruction to inmates at the Gadsden Correctional Facility in Quincy, Florida, following approved curricula. Reporting to the senior instructor, the role gives inmates basic direction in accordance with American Correctional Association standards, Management & Training Corporation policies, and Florida Department of Corrections directives. The instructor delivers classroom and laboratory training, supports learners in attaining occupational competencies, and helps maintain a safe and secure training environment. The incumbent may also perform other duties within their capabilities as assigned by management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in the vocation certified to teach, or a high school diploma or equivalent plus three years of experience in the vocation being taught and a valid secondary teaching certification issued by the Florida Department of Education.
Valid Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.
Successfully complete annual in-service training requirements after hire.

Responsibilities

Deliver individualized, competency-based instruction through classroom and laboratory management in the occupation program areas taught to inmates.
Develop performance objectives and criterion-referenced tests in line with established program content, incorporating written and skills assessments.
Review, select, and adapt instructional materials to help individuals master competencies needed for entry, advancement, and upgrading in occupations.
Plan activities and initiate budget requests to ensure equipment, supplies, and materials are available for a progressive training schedule.
Monitor motivation, discipline, and learning difficulties to encourage positive behavioral changes among offenders.
Complete applicable forms in accordance with facility procedures.
Promote positive social skills by modeling appropriate behavior and intervening when inappropriate behavior is observed.
Maintain accountability of inmates and property and follow safety practices.
Perform other duties as assigned within the incumbent’s capabilities.