Teacher BS - Maine State Prison, Warren.

State of Maine • Warren, ME

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a year-round, 236-day position. The primary purpose of the position is to teach Adult Basic Education, HiSET preparation courses, technology, academic subjects, and support residents in college programming at Maine State Prison. Responsibilities include testing students, developing curricula and educational plans, instructing classes and evaluating student progress to help them prepare for educational or career pathways upon release.

Requirements

• Knowledge of department functions, objectives, policies, and programs.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, classroom instruction, and educational planning.
• Ability to teach Math at the middle school or secondary school level along with general education courses.
• Ability to assess student needs and develop/modify instruction as necessary.
• Ability to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team.
• Ability to provide necessary accommodation and modifications for growth and success of all students.
• A bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Maine Teacher's Certificate for appropriate subject and/or grade(s) as issued by the Department of Education.

Nice To Haves

• Adult Ed 100 Certificate

Responsibilities

• Evaluate student academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
• Maintains student discipline through adherence to accepted policies, and regulations.
• Assist students in the development of desirable work habits, attitudes and skills.
• Prepares lesson plans in accordance with curriculum.
• Meets with and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Creates a classroom/career area environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.
• Supervise college education and computer work.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• 12 days of sick leave
• 3+ weeks of vacation leave
• Health Insurance Coverage
• Health Insurance Premium Credit
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Living Resources Program
• Parental leave
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees