About The Position

At CoreCivic, employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism, and a responsibility to better the public good. This role seeks a Vocational Instructor Environmental Services passionate about providing high-quality care in an institutional, secure setting. The Vocational Instructor performs instructional services of vocational and/or occupational subjects, such as business, computers/technology, carpentry, plumbing, and other trades, designed to help inmates/students learn specified subject matter and acquire vocational skills.

Requirements

  • High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required
  • Six (6) years of verified full-time, wage-earning experience in the subject vocational trade; or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university and two (2) years of verified full-time, wage-earning experience in the subject vocational trade is required
  • Must possess or be eligible to obtain a current Florida Department of Education Professional Educator's certificate
  • Non-certified educators must possess a State of Florida Educator's certificate, or a Florida School District issued educator's certificate in the subject area of assignment within twelve (12) months of hire
  • Must have the ability to give clear instructions in the trade and/or vocational area
  • Experience in Microsoft Office Applications is required
  • A valid driver's license is required
  • Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in correctional custody/law enforcement preferred

Responsibilities

  • Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and applicable requirements by contract
  • Plan and document a program of study that meets the individual needs and abilities of students
  • Provide instruction using handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials
  • Evaluate students' performance and issue progress reports as required
  • Assist students with additional instruction as needed
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