Adult Basic Education Teacher, Correction Education - SCI Camp Hill
Adult Basic Education Teacher, Correction Education - SCI Camp Hill
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of incarcerated individuals Do you have a passion for education and believe in its transformative power The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (DOC) State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hill is seeking dedicated educators to join their amazing team and provide adult basic education to inmate students. This is an opportunity not only to share your skills and knowledge but also to be a positive influence on the lives of those who may have had limited access to education. Apply today and embark on a fulfilling and rewarding career!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Your role as an Adult Basic Education Teacher for adult offenders is critical to their rehabilitation and reintegration into society. You will be responsible for creating a safe and conducive learning environment developing lesson plans that meet the specific needs of your students and assessing their progress and understanding through various techniques. Additionally you will play a key role in helping inmates develop essential life skills through your lessons in math reading English and social studies. Your dedication and hard work will have a positive impact on the lives of your students and their future prospects.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description . Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment 37.5 hours per week
- Work hours are 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM Monday - Friday with a 30-minute lunch.
- This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
- Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- A bachelors degree in education which includes or is supplemented by successful completion of an institution-approved teaching practicum; or
- Four years of paraprofessional experience assisting educational staff in a classroom setting that includes or is supplemented by one year of experience providing classroom instruction or possession of an active Instructional 1 or 2 certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes or is supplemented by completion of an institution-approved teaching practicum one year of experience providing classroom instruction or possession of an active Instructional 1 or 2 certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Special Requirements:
- This position is assigned to an institution that houses state mandated school-age students and requires a valid and active Instructional 1 or 2 certification issued by then Pennsylvania Department of Education. When no candidates possess the named certifications the selected candidate must be eligible for an Emergency Permit issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education that is appropriate to the position.
- Employeesassigned to an institution that houses state mandated school-age students and who were hired based on eligibility for an Emergency Permit must obtain a valid and active Instructional Level 1 or 2 certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Other Requirements:
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown PA is required.
- You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements follow thelinkand click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement:
- You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents will not be reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Employment Type
Full-Time
