CDOC State Teacher I - High School Equivalency-GED (Pueblo)

CDOC State Teacher I - High School Equivalency-GED (Pueblo) State of Colorado - 3.3 Pueblo, CO Job Details Full-time $5,962 - $9,541 a month 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Observation-based student assessment Lecture-based instruction Student mentoring Student record keeping Conflict management Literacy education Participating in conferences Instructional materials development Classroom Teaching Collaborative teaching Adult learning Entry level Training delivery Full Job Description JOB If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.

In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage;Paid life insurance;11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.

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Who May Apply:

A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

Job Location:

La Vista Correctional Facility, Pueblo, Colorado This posting may be used to fill future vacancies within Pueblo Facilities.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

The position provides High School Equivalency Instruction with in an adult educational correctional system/facility by delivering instruction, training and assessments. The program goals are to first improve literacy skills and second, to prepare students to take the GED (General Educational Development) exam. This position may also instruct social science/cognitive education programs. Job Duties include but are not limited to: Teach and mentor inmate students individually or in large and small group classrooms promoting academic performance skills;Determine educational needs of inmate students to develop short and long term goals;Develop and implement competency-based teaching aids such as instructional software, multimedia visual aids, or study materials;Lecture on theories, concepts and terminology;Select and administer appropriate performance assessments to inmate students in order to measure progress, course completion requirements, and to evaluate training/testing effectiveness;Prepare reports and maintain records such as student grades, attendance rosters, and training activity details;Observe and evaluate inmate students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement;Document inmate achievements, competencies and contact hours towards completion of certificate requirements;Justify accuracy and usage of budget requests;Participate in conferences, seminars, and training sessions to keep abreast of developments in the field, and integrate relevant information into training programs;Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with fellow teachers in a cooperative effort to promote mutual and continued guidance and improvements;Actively contribute to the safety and security of the facility through effective offender management and promoting conflict resolution and solutions;Endorse and adhere to the CDOC Mission and Vision promoting commitment and integrity; Other duties as assigned.•Safety & Security - This position maintains safety and security by training inmates, and will be required to work security posts, perform inmate counts, shakedowns, searches, escorts, movement control, and inmate access to classrooms. Through conscientious observation and adherence to agency Administrative Regulations and the Code of Penal Discipline, the position promotes a safe and secure work environment.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS

(I.E., EXAMS, ORAL

BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS

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WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Kristen Lange, at or call 719-728-0270.

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