Instructor

Essential Functions

• Perform professional alternative instruction at the secondary and occasionally the primary level for educationally and motivationally challenged youth and other curriculum as required for student development
• Maintain records of cadet progress and report to Lead Instructor weekly
• Administer specialized testing
• Review and evaluate new materials for classroom use and apply techniques to encourage academic improvement
• Maintain control of the learning environment by implementing academy policies and classroom conduct rules and procedures in a fair and equitable manner for the cadets
• May be required to direct and supervise educational field trips, NTC classes, student social and/or recreational activities
• Attend educational, institutional and department meetings as required
• Inventory educational materials, supplies and equipment in assigned classroom
• Perform related work as required by the supervisor

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to handle confidential information
• Exercise judgment in interpreting and applying rules and policy
• Exercise computer based instructional skills

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required
• Certification in English or Science preferred but not required

Licenses/Certificates Required

• Oklahoma Teaching Certificate required

Benefits

• This is a full-time state position that provides a percentage of matching contributions to employees’ retirement plans, 11 holidays, and a minimum of 15 days of annual and sick leave per year
• The state also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift/carry a minimum of 10 pounds
• Sitting at a computer for long periods of time
• Standing and walking while teaching for long periods of time

Conditions Of Employment

• Contingent on a favorable background check
• Contingent on passing pre-employment drug & alcohol screening
• T1/CNACI security clearance (Eligibility for national security positions shall be granted only to persons who are U.S. citizens)
• Federal position which requires continuous federal funding
• Exempt FLSA status
• Maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate
• Tobacco and Vape free facility
• Serves a 12 month trial period

Notes

• This position is located at Thunderbird Challenge Program in Pryor, OK
• Travel may be required at the expense of the employee to be reimbursed within 45 days of travel

Equal Opportunity Employment

• The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability