Vocational Instructor-Masonry

CoreCivic • Youngstown, OH

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About The Position

CoreCivic is seeking a Vocational Instructor to provide vocational instruction in a secure institutional setting. The role teaches vocational and occupational subjects to help inmates/students learn subject matter and develop vocational skills. The position focuses on masonry, although the posting also describes vocational subjects such as business, computers/technology, carpentry, plumbing, and trades.

The instructor prepares course objectives in accordance with curriculum standards and applicable contract requirements, plans and documents a program of study suited to students' individual needs and abilities, delivers instruction using handouts, texts, audiovisual aids, and other materials, evaluates student performance, provides progress reports as required, and offers additional instruction as needed. Continued employment is contingent on obtaining and/or maintaining required agency credentials.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent.
• Four years of full-time, wage-earning experience in the subject vocational trade or career readiness skills, including technical trade experience; alternatively, three years of experience as a certified instructor teaching in the specific trade or subject area.
• Must possess or be eligible for certification, license, or other credentials required by contract and/or state of employment.
• Ability to give clear instructions in the trade and/or vocational area.
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license.
• At least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• For instructors teaching Computers or Horticulture, a bachelor's degree in a field of study related to the work assignment may substitute for the experience requirement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course objectives in accordance with curriculum standards and applicable contract requirements.
• Plan and document a program of study that meets students' individual needs and abilities.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED