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CDCR - San Quentin State Prison TEACHER (HIGH SCHOOL- GENERAL EDUCATION) (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

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Elk Grove, CA (In Person)

$63,547 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/15/2026

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CDCR•San Quentin State Prison TEACHER (HIGH SCHOOL•GENERAL
EDUCATION
) (CORRECTIONAL
FACILITY
) at California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Statewide Print Application Deadline 5/22/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/8/2026 Contact Andrea Collins Number of Openings 5 Salary Pay Range $6,387.52•$12,847.82 Monthly Add'l Salary Info Pay range and increases are determined based on experience and education. Length of Work Year 12 Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary "Potential on Ground Housing May be Available" Under the general direction of the Supervisor of Academic Instruction this position will provide instruction in academic subjects to persons committed to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. They will develop curriculum and organize materials. Plan, organize, and supervise educational activities that will enable students to progress toward achieving educational and personal growth goals. Provide materials and instruction related to the program curriculum. Provide classroom instruction, individualized study programs as needed, and individual academic/vocational counseling. Prepare a course of study and daily lesson plans in accordance with the program curriculum needs. Assist students in setting and meeting education and parole goals as required by course goals and Pre-Release program policy and curriculum. Maintain attendance records, grades, and Work Incentive Program records. Maintain a working knowledge of education and institutional policies and procedures. Evaluate new materials and teaching techniques. Attend all training, meetings, and seminars as needed or required. Maintain the required credential. Performs other related duties. Job Description /
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CDCR's Office of Correctional Education is seeking credentialed teachers to prepare adult inmates for high school equivalency or diploma. Come be part of CDCR's effort to improve public safety by preparing inmates for successful community reentry. Academic Programs Adult Basic Education (ABE) I, II and III provides incarcerated inmates/students opportunities for acquiring academic skills through an emphasis in English. Language Arts and Mathematics. General Education Development (GED) provides instruction in English/Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science and Social Studies to prepare offenders to take a high school equivalency exam. The High School Diploma (HD) Program is designed to provide offenders with an opportunity to fulfill current graduation requirements for the State of California, Department of Education, and secure a High School Diploma. The Voluntary Education Program includes literacy, adult secondary education, library literacy, television (eLearning) programs, and/or college (via face-to-face classes or correspondence) Requirements / Qualifications Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a(n) Teaching Credential License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Minimum Qualifications Teacher All applicants must possess a valid California Teaching Credential issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Applicants who do not possess the required credential or one of equivalent authorization may take the examinations but must have on file with the Commission on Teacher Credentialing an application for an appropriate credential. At the time of application for the examination, applicants must present written verification that the appropriate listed credential or its' equivalent is being processed or will be authorized.
High School-General Education Possession of:
1. A Single Subject Credential or a Multiple Subject Credential. or 2. A Standard Secondary Credential with a major or minor in an academic subject area. or 3. A General Secondary Credential. Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.

CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Degree and/or School Transcripts Requirements / Qualifications Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a(n) Teaching Credential License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Minimum Qualifications Teacher All applicants must possess a valid California Teaching Credential issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Applicants who do not possess the required credential or one of equivalent authorization may take the examinations but must have on file with the Commission on Teacher Credentialing an application for an appropriate credential. At the time of application for the examination, applicants must present written verification that the appropriate listed credential or its' equivalent is being processed or will be authorized.
High School-General Education Possession of:
1. A Single Subject Credential or a Multiple Subject Credential. or 2. A Standard Secondary Credential with a major or minor in an academic subject area. or 3. A General Secondary Credential. Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.

CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Degree and/or School Transcripts Comments and Other Information
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JobControlId=517179 Working Conditions San Quentin Rehab Center is California's oldest and best-known correctional institution, which was established on the site currently known as Point San Quentin, in July of 1852, as an answer to the rampant lawlessness in California at the time. The prison rests overlooking the bay on 432 acres and is located just 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge in the county of Marin. The walled prison is made up of four (4) large cell blocks (West, South, North, and East Block), one (1) maximum security cell block (the Adjustment Center), Central Health Care Service Building, a medium security dorm setting and a minimum-security firehouse. Comments and Other Information
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JobControlId=517179 Working Conditions San Quentin Rehab Center is California's oldest and best-known correctional institution, which was established on the site currently known as Point San Quentin, in July of 1852, as an answer to the rampant lawlessness in California at the time. The prison rests overlooking the bay on 432 acres and is located just 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge in the county of Marin. The walled prison is made up of four (4) large cell blocks (West, South, North, and East Block), one (1) maximum security cell block (the Adjustment Center), Central Health Care Service Building, a medium security dorm setting and a minimum-security firehouse. Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators
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