At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Vocational Instructor who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Vocational Instructor performs instructional services of vocational and/or occupational subjects, such as business, computers/technology, carpentry, plumbing and trades which are designed to help inmates/students learn specified subject matter and acquire vocational skills.

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  Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and applicable requirements by contract.

  
  


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  Plan and document a program of study that meets the individual needs and abilities of students.

  
  


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  Provide instruction using handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials. Evaluate students' performance and issue progress reports as required. Assist students with additional instruction as needed.

  
  

Qualifications:

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  High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required.

  
  


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  Three years of full-time, wage-earning experience in the subject vocational trade or in career readiness skills to include technical trade experience; or three years of experience as a certified instructor teaching in the specific trade or subject area is required.

  
  


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  Must possess or be eligible for certification and/or license, or other credentials required by contract and/or state of employment.

  
  


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  Continued employment in this position will be contingent upon obtaining and/or maintaining required agency credentials.

  
  


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  Must have the ability to give clear instructions in the trade and/or vocational area.

  
  


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  Experience in Microsoft Office applications is required.

  
  


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  A valid driver's license is required.

  
  


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  Instructors teaching Computers or Horticulture may substitute a Bachelor's degree in the field of study related to the work assignment for the experience requirement.

  
  


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  Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

  
  

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran.

Job #617133