TEACHER (HIGH SCHOOL-GENERAL EDUCATION) (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

State of California•San Quentin, CA

59d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Supervisor of Academic Instruction this position will provide instruction in academic subjects to persons committed to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. They will develop curriculum and organize materials. Plan, organize, and supervise educational activities that will enable students to progress toward achieving educational and personal growth goals. Provide materials and instruction related to the program curriculum. Provide classroom instruction, individualized study programs as needed, and individual academic/vocational counseling. Prepare a course of study and daily lesson plans in accordance with the program curriculum needs. Assist students in setting and meeting education and parole goals as required by course goals and Pre-Release program policy and curriculum. Maintain attendance records, grades, and Work Incentive Program records. Maintain a working knowledge of education and institutional policies and procedures. Evaluate new materials and teaching techniques. Attend all training, meetings, and seminars as needed or required. Maintain the required credential. Performs other related duties. The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitations (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real- time updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application's progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from [email protected] or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating an/or accessing their account. CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application. Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. San Quentin Rehab Center is California's oldest and best-known correctional institution, which was established on the site currently known as Point San Quentin, in July of 1852, as an answer to the rampant lawlessness in California at the time. The prison rests overlooking the bay on 432 acres and is located just 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge in the county of Marin. The walled prison is made up of four (4) large cell blocks (West, South, North, and East Block), one (1) maximum security cell block (the Adjustment Center), Central Health Care Service Building, a medium security dorm setting and a minimum-security firehouse. San Quentin Rehabilitation Center (SQRC) - (ca.gov) You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Requirements

The position(s) require(s) a(n) Teaching Credential License.
You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.
If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification.
Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.
If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position.
Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency.
Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate's identity and employment authorization.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction in academic subjects to persons committed to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Develop curriculum and organize materials.
Plan, organize, and supervise educational activities that will enable students to progress toward achieving educational and personal growth goals.
Provide materials and instruction related to the program curriculum.
Provide classroom instruction, individualized study programs as needed, and individual academic/vocational counseling.
Prepare a course of study and daily lesson plans in accordance with the program curriculum needs.
Assist students in setting and meeting education and parole goals as required by course goals and Pre-Release program policy and curriculum.
Maintain attendance records, grades, and Work Incentive Program records.
Maintain a working knowledge of education and institutional policies and procedures.
Evaluate new materials and teaching techniques.
Attend all training, meetings, and seminars as needed or required.
Maintain the required credential.
Performs other related duties.