Teacher Apprentice for Correctional Education Facilities

Teacher Apprentice for Correctional Education Facilities at South Mountain Secure Treatment Unit. Directly responsible to the facility Principal or designee for supervision and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Assists the instructor in implementing classroom procedures, including preparing material, progress monitoring, grading, and monitoring students.
• Implements de-escalation techniques and physical intervention, in accordance with safe crisis management competencies when necessary.
• Supports in maintaining discipline and managing classroom routines and procedures.
• Communicates and works cooperatively with co-workers and students to meet student needs.
• Prepares lessons, units, and projects to complete clear learning objectives and monitors student completion.
• Adapts teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of students.
• Encourages students to explore learning opportunities and career paths.
• Creates, assigns, and grades various assessments for students, including tests, quizzes, essays, and projects.
• Works with students one-on-one when they need extra help or attention.
• Provides constructive feedback to students to support their academic growth.
• Fosters a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and participation.
• Actively participates in professional development opportunities, workshops, and training sessions to enhance teaching skills and stay updated with current educational practices.
• Participates in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Maintains effective communication with students, parents, and other staff members.
• Provides feedback to other teachers on student progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Assists with administrative tasks such as attendance recording, record-keeping, progress monitoring, and organizing student files.
• Orders educational supplies and materials for the Corrections program.
• Assists in facilitating the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have completed at least 60 college credit hours.
• Experience working with children.
• Desire to continue career in the area of education.
• Experience with Corrections Education preferred.
• Ability to assist in instruction in all subject areas.
• Passion for working with children and supporting their educational development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to establish positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic educational environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced teachers.

Required clearances: Act 24 Arrest and Conviction Report, Act 34 Pennsylvania Criminal History Clearance, Act 151 Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, Act 114 Federal Criminal History Clearance.