Criminal Justice Career & Technical Education - Anticipated 26-27 SY

Share Salary Not Available Criminal Justice Career & Technical Education - Anticipated 26-27 SY Westerly High School

Occupation:

Teachers and Instructors, All Other

Location:

Westerly, RI - 02891

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

05/14/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

SchoolSpring

Web Site:

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Job Title:

Criminal Justice Career & Technical Education (CTE)

Teacher Location:

High School Effective:

08/03/2026

Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Pay Range:

$51,181.58 - $95,726.51

Class Title:

FTE:

0.6 Requisition #

Union:

WTA Supervision Received:

School Principal or Designee.

Supervision Exercised:

None Job Summary:

This position provides instruction in a Criminal Justice Career and Technical Education pathway. The role emphasizes applied, real-world learning aligned with

RIDE CTE

standards and includes mentoring students to support their academic, personal, and career development. The teacher delivers engaging instruction, assesses student progress, maintains a safe and supportive classroom environment, and promotes student growth and career readiness.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and deliver curriculum aligned with Rhode Island CTE standards, RIDE requirements, and current industry practices.
• Instruct students in foundational and advanced criminal justice topics, including law enforcement, public safety, and legal systems.
• Apply real-world criminal justice practices in instructional settings to prepare students with both academic knowledge and experiential, workforce-ready skills.
• Contribute to program development, including curriculum planning, equipment selection, and industry partnerships.
• Supervise and support students in a laboratory-based instructional setting.
• Participate in required professional development, training, and certification activities.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for high school students.
• Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, and community and industry partners to support student success.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Current or retired law enforcement professional with documented field experience in policing, corrections, public safety, or a related criminal justice role.
• Familiarity with safety protocols, risk management, and supervision in classroom or laboratory-based environments.
• Experience working with students in educational, training, mentoring, or supervisory capacities preferred, supporting CTE's focus on engaging, relevant, hands-on learning.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field required.
• Master's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred.

Certification:

• Must meet the current RI Department of Education requirements and or certifications.
• Must be eligible for Rhode Island Department of Education Career and Technical Education (CTE) certification in the Criminal Justice program area.