Corrections Education Specialist II

About the role

The Kentucky Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Education Specialist II to support the mission of preparing offenders for successful reentry through academic achievement and work readiness skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides targeted instruction (classroom and performance based) to students and, or, adult inmates in a Correctional Setting, which includes promoting education during inmate orientation and to the general population.
• Maintains order and discipline in the classroom.
• Develops lesson plans on educational topics within assigned correctional facility; adheres to approved curriculum, expected outcomes and program requirements; and submits all transcripts and documents to the appropriate agencies for review and approval.
• Advises students as needed and assesses their attainment using reliable criteria.
• Maintains federal and state reports regarding student assessment and progress.
• Captures appropriate referrals when needed.
• Captures special programs regarding educational needs and assessments within the Department.
• Enters daily attendance into the Kentucky Offender Management System (KOMS) and student information into the KY Adult Education Reporting System (KAERS).
• Maintains an accurate and complete inventory of all classroom equipment, tools, computers, and toxic-caustic supplies used within the classroom, and is responsible for monitoring student use of these items.
• Participates in professional development activities to improve teaching skills.
• Attends necessary educational staff meetings.
• Actively involved in continuing career development.
• Provides guidance and assistance to Corrections Education Specialist I’s and other staff.
• Performs other assigned duties as required.

Requirements

• Graduate of a college or university with a Master's Degree in education (academic or vocational).

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organization skills.
• Technology skills.
• Ability to complete work related activities in a professional manner.
• Able to multitask with the ability to plan, pay attention to detail, think critically and analyze data to forecast positive outcomes.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment and adapt to the ever-changing needs of the Department, facility, and Division.