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Job title: Academic Instructor
Facility name: East Mississippi Correctional Facility
Location: 10641 Hwy 80 West, Meridian, MS 39037
Rate of pay: $18.00 per hour
Work schedule: Full-time; Days; 8 hours
Benefit package includes:
- Health/dental/vision/life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays (9 total)
- Professional development assistance
- Opportunities for career advancement
Position summary: An academic instructor is responsible for providing academic instruction to inmates in accordance with approved curricula in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives.
Essential responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct classes for inmates in Adult Basic Education (ABE) and General Education Development (GED), life sills, cultural awareness, health education and special curriculum and other subjects selected to correspond with the ability and limitations of the class.
- Prepare special teaching plans, courses, and activities and learning experiences appropriate for the specific inmates assigned.
- Utilize appropriate audio and visual teaching materials individualized to the specific need of the inmate.
- Administer individual educational tests and learning aptitude tests and use the results for prescriptive instruction.
- Participate in staff conferences to develop and improve educational programs.
- Counsel and advise inmates on academic problems.
- Coordinate activities and classes in conjunction with appropriate school districts or other involved parties.
- Develop program and related educational materials as necessary for the establishment and maintenance of assigned classes.
- Adjust material and curriculum to the individual differences of the inmates assigned.
- Confer with inmates and instructors to evaluate results of conducted classes.
- Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
- Maintain accountability of staff, inmates 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:
- A bachelors degree or higher in teacher education from either a state approved or NCATE approved program from a regionally/nationally accredited institution of higher learning issued by the Mississippi Department of Education in elementary or secondary education is required.
- One year of related experience is preferred.
- ESL and special education certifications are required if instructing in these areas.
- A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required, unless waived by management.
Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.
Tags: Teacher, Academic, Academics, high school teacher, GED teacher, GED, MTC
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18