Academic Instructor
Company: Management & Training Corporation
Location: Raymondville
Posted on: March 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Position Summary: Reports to the principal. Responsible for
providing academic instruction to offenders in accordance with
approved curricula in compliance with Management & Training
Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ)
directives. Essential Functions: 1. Plan and conduct classes for
offenders in Adult Basic Education (ABE) and General Educational
Development (GED), reading skills development, language skills
development, writing skills, math, language arts, literature,
science, social studies, special education curriculum and other
subjects selected to correspond with the ability and limitations of
the class. 2. Prepare special teaching plans, courses, activities
and learning experiences appropriate for the specific offenders
assigned with written curricula coordinated with the Secretary's
Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) competencies and
workplace skills. 3. Utilize appropriate audio and visual teaching
materials individualized to the specific needs of the offender. 4.
Administer individual educational tests and learning aptitude tests
and use the results for prescriptive instruction. 5. Assess and
document offender performance and provide feedback to offenders. 6.
Participate in staff conferences in an endeavor to develop and
improve educational programs. 7. Coordinate activities and classes
in conjunction with appropriate school districts or other parties.
8. Develop program and related educational materials as necessary
for the establishment and maintenance of assigned classes. 9.
Adjust material and curriculum to the individual differences of the
offenders assigned. 10. Confer with offenders and instructors to
evaluate results of conducted classes. 11. Promote the development
of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors
and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide
regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and
intervention techniques. 12. Maintain accountability of offenders
and property; adhere to safety practices. It is expected that the
incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her
capabilities as determined by management. Education and Experience
Requirements: Bachelor's degree from a college or university
accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher
Education Accreditation (CHEA) or United States Department of
Education (USDE) and State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC)
certificate for area of assignment required. Elementary and/or
Secondary level certifications in core subject area. Valid driver's
license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record
required, unless waived by management. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Management & Training Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled Management & Training
Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
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