What are the responsibilities and job description for the GED Instructor position at City of Hampton, VA?
Salary : $47,840.00 Annually
Location : 1928 W. Pembroke Ave. Hampton, VA
Job Type : Part-Time Permanent
Job Number : 08141
Department : City Sheriff - Jail
Opening Date : 06 / 10 / 2024
Function
The GED Teacher is a civilian position that is responsible to provide instruction in various academic subjects to inmates who have not achieved a high school diploma.
Performs duties under the direct supervision of the Commander of Inmate Services and accountable for use of delegated authority.
Pursuant to §15.2-1603 of the Code of Virginia incumbent is appointed at-will and serves at the pleasure of the Sheriff.
Examples of Work
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Instructs inmates the necessary lessons to pass the GED examination
- Teaches and focuses on the five areas inmates are tested on such as writing, math, reading, social studies and science
- Helps inmates improve how they process information and communication skills
- Provides effective teaching methods in working with inmates to achieve their GED
- Teaches critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
- Prepares & modifies lesson plans
- Evaluates inmates to determine readiness for testing in all content areas (reading, writing, social studies, math and science)
- Administers pre-test and post-test TABE for inmates as needed
- Tests students' abilities both formally and informally throughout sessions
- Uses inmate assessments in program planning
- Designs classes based on the learning needs of the inmates
- Schedules GED testing for inmates who have been prepared for testing
- Ensures that inmates are receiving their GED Certificates within a designated time frame
- Maintains communications with supervisor about class activities and progress
- Maintains inmate attendance forms and relays this information to the programs coordinator
Qualifications
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Must possess a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university; Must have previous teaching experience (Teaching certification preferred in Elementary, Secondary or Adult Education). Must maintain professional development courses to keep up with new or current teaching requirements and enhance skills
Features
PERFORMANCE STANDARD
All Employees are expected to follow all Federal, State and local laws; effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the expectations of the Hampton Sheriff's Office. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
The job may risk exposure to extreme heat and / or cold, wet or humid conditions, noise, fumes, odors, moving machinery, electrical shock, traffic and toxic or caustic chemicals. Risk of exposure to bio-hazard communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
PHYSICAL AND DEXTERITY REQUIREMENTS
Must have the capability to hear, speak and see to communicate with the general public. Must have the strength and ability to apprehend, subdue and restrain criminal offenders. Physical exertion may be required to climb stairs and over walls, run, bend, twist, reach, crawl through tight spaces, kneel in confined areas; sit for prolonged periods of time; move / push / pull or lift heavy objects exceeding 50 lbs. Requires operation standard office equipment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
to complete the required Authorization for Release of Information form.
Salary : $47,840
