Academic Teaching

Description

Jobs in this family are engaged in, or assist those engaged in, teaching duties for juvenile/adult offenders or patients/residents in a state facility.

Typical functions

The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following:

  • Provide classroom instruction.
  • Plan curriculum and lessons.                               
  • Prepare reports.

Positions allocated to this series may perform the duties described, or specialize in areas of developing and implementing an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students. The work assigned to positions in this series ranges from assisting instructors to overseeing educational programs in a state facility.

Education Assistant

This is a vocational teaching position accountable for aiding instructors in state facilities, assisting with the provision of cognitive and/or self-help skills, monitoring client behavior, and providing clerical classroom support. Employees at this level follow set lesson plans to provide classroom instruction, administer examinations, grade papers, provide one-on-one client support (e.g. tutoring), and prepare reports based on client attendance, performance, progress, and skills assimilation.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

Knowledge of the needs and requirements of working with students of varying levels, including those with disabilities. Ability to work in a state correctional, youth, and/or mental health facility.   

Typical qualifications

Certification and/or 1 year of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.) 

Pay grade
G2

Educator

This is a professional teaching position accountable for developing curriculum and lesson plans, and planning and implementing course content and methods to meet the needs of state facility clients. Employees at this level ensure classroom discipline; adhere to State and Federal testing guidelines and mandates; prepare reports based on client attendance, performance, progress, and skills assimilation; and may be accountable for accommodating IEPs (specific to individuals with special needs).

Knowledge, skills & abilities

In addition to those identified in the previous level:  Knowledge of practices, techniques and methods of teaching.  Ability to develop materials fitting the needs and abilities of the students. 

Typical qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and certification. (Substitutions may be allowed.) 

Pay grade
G8

Education Specialist

This is a professional specialized teaching position (e.g., Special Education, Adult Education, and Literacy, etc.) accountable for developing curriculum and lesson plans, and planning and implementing course content and methods to meet the needs of state facility clients. Employees at this level are accountable for classroom discipline; adhering to State and Federal testing guidelines and mandates; preparing reports based on client attendance, and performance, progress, and skills assimilation.  In addition, employees may be accountable for developing and overseeing the implementation of IEPs (specific to individuals with special needs).

Knowledge, skills & abilities

In addition to those identified in the previous levels:  Knowledge of educational testing and principles and methods of remedial education.  Ability to maintain proper discipline.

Typical qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and specialized certification. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Pay grade
G9

Education Program Manager

This is a professional educator position accountable for overseeing educational programs in state facilities, and exercising decision making authority related to planning, development, and presentation of the programs. Employees at this level manage the program budget; establish and monitor goals and objectives based on set standards and procedures; submit reports related to education outcomes; make adjustments in long-range plans for facility goals; plan for better use of materials and resources to include examination materials; and analyze, evaluate, and make determinations according to guidelines and regulations set forth by agency management, laws, and regulations. Employee supervision includes hiring recommendations, training oversight, performance assessment, coaching, and disciplinary recommendations.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

In addition to those identified in the previous levels:  Knowledge in planning and coordinating an educational services program. Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate staff.

Typical qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, certification, and 3 or more years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.) 

Pay grade
G10