Teacher I

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•West Boylston, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

To instruct inmates/probationers/parolees/students in basic educational skills including, but not limited to, reading, arithmetic and writing. This to be done either on an individual basis, a group setting, or both.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Must be available to work for night programming
Collaborates as a team member with all staff to foster an environment for improved academic and personal outcomes for every student
Attain certification to administer required assessments such as HiSET and GED, both computer based and paper based formats
Must communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, so others can understand
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
The ability to listen and to understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
The ability to speak clearly so that it is understandable to a listener
The ability to instruct others how to do something
The ability to talk to others to effectively convey information
Able to use multiple approaches when learning or teaching new things
General knowledge of teaching methods
General knowledge of subject area
Frequently required to sit, talk, and hear
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

MTEL or ABE licensure
Bilingual/ multilingual fluent candidates encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Responsible for program data and maintenance of student management databases, as well as other data entry functions
Instruct inmates/probationers/parolees/students, using various teaching methods, such as lecture and demonstration
Administer in-house tests (MAPT, etc.) to determine appropriate grade level, and shall continue to monitor student progress
Maintain individual inmate student records and keep supervisor apprised of inmate student needs and progress
Be responsible for daily classroom activity
Report any potentially dangerous situation in the school area to the School Security Officer
Inventory classroom materials needed and submit a report to the supervisor
Develop and administer tests, as well as grade tests and examinations
Prepare course outlines and objectives according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements
Use audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentations
Evaluate, record and report inmate student progress
Confer with inmates/probationers/parolees/students and counselors to resolve behavioral and academic problems
Maintain discipline in the classroom
Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops
Select, store, order, issue and inventory classroom equipment, materials and supplies
Perform any other educational duties assigned
Report for work on time and appropriately attired
Maintain regular attendance