Educator (Teacher) - NECC

About the role

Teach subject matter to adult offenders appropriate to educational background and certification by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Adhere to the state-approved course of study while using ingenuity and flexibility to adapt to fit the needs/abilities/conditions of pupils.

Plans/outlines classwork within prescribed limits; prepares materials for special study.

Develops/implements/evaluates plans; participates in teacher conferences/meetings/educational research projects; maintains scholastic/attendance records; orders supplies.

Confers with students regarding needs/progress/abilities and provides instruction and encouragement as needed.

Receives general supervision from Education Supervisor or designated administrator.

Responsibilities

• Teach subject matter to adult offenders appropriate to educational background and certification by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Adhere to the state-approved course of study while using ingenuity and flexibility to adapt to fit the needs/abilities/conditions of pupils.
• Plans/outlines classwork within prescribed limits; prepares materials for special study.
• Develops/implements/evaluates plans; participates in teacher conferences/meetings/educational research projects; maintains scholastic/attendance records; orders supplies.
• Confers with students regarding needs/progress/abilities and provides instruction and encouragement as needed.
• Receives general supervision from Education Supervisor or designated administrator.

Requirements

• Current teaching certificate issued by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), OR meet the eligibility requirements for, and be willing to obtain, a Missouri DESE Teaching Certificate.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

• A current teaching certificate issued by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), OR meet the eligibility requirements for, and be willing to obtain, a Missouri DESE Teaching Certificate.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

• Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / Paid life insurance / Long-term disability insurance / Cafeteria plan / Paid holidays / 10 hours annual leave per month / 10 hours sick leave per month / Uniforms provided when required / Pre-service and in-service training / Access to credit union / Direct deposit of paycheck (required) / Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program.

Pay

The annual salary listed for this position includes the additional $1.50 per hour maximum security differential ($3,120 annually) for all full-time positions domiciled in a maximum-security institution.

Schedule

N/A

Employer Information

The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact: DOC.Employment@doc.mo.gov