DOC TEACHER - 05052026-77180

DOC TEACHER

• 05052026-77180 State of Tennessee $4,627.00
• $8,231.00 / month United States, Tennessee, Pikeville 323 Rockfort Road (Show on map) May 05, 2026 Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time 05/05/2026 12:00AM Central Time Closing Date/Time 05/18/2026 11:59PM Central Time Salary (Monthly) $4,672.00
• $6,429.00 Salary (Annually) $56,064.00
• $77,148.

00 Job Type Full-Time City, State Location Pikeville, TN Department Correction

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Motor Vehicle Records screening will be conducted prior to employment. This position requires a pre-employment drug screen. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. This classification has a salary range based on the highest level of completed education and years of teaching or instructional experience.

Qualifications Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, and completion of requirements for teaching certification.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

Possession of a valid Interim or professional Tennessee Teacher's License is required. Overview The DOC Teacher will deliver individualized instruction to incarcerated individuals providing them with the tools and knowledge needed to reenter society as productive citizens. This position collaborates with a dedicated team to provide academic and workforce-readiness programming. This role requires strong communication, instructional, and advisory skills to support adult learners in achieving their goals.

Responsibilities Plan and Deliver Instruction:

Develops and implements engaging lesson plans using differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs in both group and individual settings that aligns with standards.

Assess Student Progress:

Prepares, administers, and analyzes formative and summative assessments to determine instructional levels, appropriate class placement, and diploma attainment in compliance with state and institutional policies and guidelines.

Maintain Records and Compliance:

Accurately maintains student academic records, progress reports, and required TDOC documentation, including Offender Management System data entry, while ensuring confidentiality and adherence to correctional policies.

Support Student Success:

Provides individualized academic and motivational support to help students overcome barriers, achieve educational goals, and prepare for employment or post-secondary transitions. Collaborate with

Staff and Stakeholders:

Coordinates with education team, special education personnel, and facility staff to support a safe, structured, and productive learning environment.

Uphold Security and Supervision Standards:

Performs instructional and supervisory duties in accordance with TDOC policies, maintaining awareness of security protocols and ensuring the safety of staff and students. Engage in

Professional Development:

Participates in ongoing training and professional learning to remain current with best practices in adult education and maintain compliance with TDOE licensure standards. Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

Decision Quality Plans and Aligns Manages Conflict Nimble Learning

Drives Results Knowledges:

Public Safety and Security Clerical

Design Skills:

Active Learning and Listening Critical Thinking Complex Problem Solving Instructing

Writing Abilities:

Deductive Reasoning Inductive Reasoning Written Comprehension Speech Clarity Speech Recognition Tools & Equipment Computer Printer/Copier Radio Word Processing Software Telephone