Correctional Teacher

About the role

This position is within the Department of Corrections' Education division.

Responsibilities

• Conducts classes in elementary or secondary school subjects, including science, biology, English, social studies, mathematics, fine arts, commercial arts, practical arts, and physical education.
• Lays out courses of study for subjects taught; gives instructions; prepares and administers examinations; prepares various reports, such as progress reports, daily attendance reports, and report cards.
• Devises and uses special instructional materials or teaching aids for subjects taught in regular elementary and secondary school programs; gives individual instructions, encouragement, counseling, and guidance to students as necessary.
• Maintains classroom and corridor discipline; advises and assists in planning and supervising class and student club activities; prepares and grades examination papers; prepares reports on attendance, progress, and capabilities of each pupil for administrative purposes.
• Attends teachers meetings and participates in the planning, scheduling, and development of the school program.
• Maintains inventory of books and supplies.
• Participates in staff meetings and staff development training sessions; attends staffings to provide input on students’ progress.

Requirements

• Possession of a current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate.

Qualifications

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree.

Skills

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required at this level include knowledge of modern principles, practices, and materials in the specialized field of education; of the content matter in the area of instruction; and of accepted methods of teaching students with special needs.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$82,302.00

Schedule

Full time