Teacher

$61,965 - $94,317/Yr

United States Department of Justice - Marianna, FL

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Marianna, FL

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The position involves planning and implementing individualized instructional programs for incarcerated adults, ensuring their successful reentry into society. The role requires a strong focus on maintaining security within the correctional institution while fostering a humane and supportive learning environment. The incumbent will utilize various teaching strategies and resources to meet the diverse learning needs of students, contributing to their personal development and public safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement individualized instructional programs based on assessment data and knowledge of teaching strategies.
• Select appropriate individualized teaching techniques, including peer tutoring and behavior modification.
• Design and develop curricula to meet the diverse learning needs of an incarcerated adult population.
• Maintain security of the institution as a primary responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with supervised student teaching and courses in psychology, human development, and teaching methods.
• At least one year of professional teaching experience at the elementary or secondary level, or teacher certification/licensure.
• For GL-09: Two years of progressively higher-level graduate education or a master's degree; for GS-11: Three years of progressively higher-level graduate education or a Ph.D.
• Specialized experience in teaching programs such as Literacy, GED, and ESL, and in developing lesson plans and curricula.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in utilizing a variety of teaching methodologies and materials.
• Ability to identify and address social and academic needs of students.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.