EDUCATIONAL TEACHER - 540277

Job Summary

Can inspire change. Shape the future of other adults. Join our team of educational professionals making a difference.

Job Duties

• Teaches all subjects to students who have not completed full academic achievement, potentially through K-12; when required, provides Special Education services
• Appropriately implements teacher-designed lesson plans and exhibits collaboration between classroom and Special Education teachers for the benefit of students
• Accesses students' progress and develops an appropriate education plan
• Develops and corrects diagnostic tests, maintains educational records, and provides the unit with monthly work evaluations
• Maintains records of student performance and uses them to guide instructional decisions
• Maintains the security of all testing instruments
• Consults with highly qualified teachers on subject matter concerns or questions
• Teaches various subjects and includes learning experiences appropriate for curriculum goals that are based on principles of effective instruction
• Creates and maintains a positive learning environment using effective classroom management techniques
• Escorts and supervises inmates in the education building/classroom
• Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborates with colleagues to achieve Department and Education Bureau goals
• Selectively engages in professional development and maintains required certifications
• Continually adapts to improve instruction and student learning
• Attends required training sessions and meetings
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of:
• Laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to the assignment
• Current instructional methodologies and counseling techniques
• Appropriate testing procedures and interpretation of specific tests
• Computers and software sufficient to perform daily tasks
• Skill in:
• Written and verbal communication
• Time management
• Organization and prioritizing
• Typing
• Teaching and facilitation
• Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships
• Ability to:
• Work in a prison environment
• Work day and/or evening shifts at any unit teaching post
• Provide academic instruction and counseling to inmates
• Learn and adhere to laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Provide individual and group instruction and education counseling
• Work cooperatively with other education staff

Selective Preference(s)

• Pre-Employment Requirements:
• Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Requires a current, valid Arizona Department of Education (ADE) Teaching Certificate in the approved area of Elementary or Secondary.
• Az State Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card.
• Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation, a drug test, and possibly a medical/physical examination.