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Correctional Career Technology Instructor at Shawn
Career Insights for Adult Basic Education / Literacy Instructor
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What they do
An Adult Basic Education or Literacy Instructor works with adults, including young adults who are out of school, to improve literacy and strengthen basic skills in reading, writing and math. Helps students to learn English or gain a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Assesses students' educational levels, skills and goals, and differentiates instruction as needed for adults at different levels in one class. May focus on basic skills as needed for a particular occupation, or assist students with developing study skills or job search skills, or help students connect with social services.
$57,662 / year median in Illinois
-0% projected decline
Job Description
The main responsibility is to teach an intensive job preparation curriculum and build a bridge for continued services in the community to offenders preparing for Mandatory Supervised Release.(Parole) Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)
Essential Job Functions:
In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare and revise curriculum to Instruct offenders in job preparedness. Teach classes in job preparedness as assigned by the Associate Dean. In cooperation with others make recommendations on curriculum materials. Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean. Attend faculty meetings called by the administrative officers. Be on the work site for 37.5 hours per week.(30 minute lunch) Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift. Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time. Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty. Assist in registration as needed. Consider the general and special needs of the student.Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services. Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform your supervisor in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College. Conduct oneself in a professional manner. Notify the appropriate supervisor well in advance of absences. Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics. Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment. Prepare task lists and attendance reports as required. Maintain hourly count check on students. Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations. Prepare grant related reports as needed. Provide advisement and testing as needed. Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections Regulations and procedures. Maintain Equipment assigned to area.