Correctional Career Technology Instructor At Southwestern Correctional Center

Under the general direction of the Associate Dean performs responsible functions in the development coordination and maintenance of a meaningful consistent statewide training and development program for Job Preparedness instruction.The main responsibility is to teach an intensive job preparation curriculum and build a bridge for continued services in the community to offenders preparing for Mandatory Supervised Release.(Parole)Essential Job Functions:

• In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare and revise curriculum to instruct offenders in job preparedness.

• Teach classes in job preparedness as assigned by the Associate Dean.

• In cooperation with others make recommendations on curriculum materials.

• Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.

• Attend faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.

• Be on the work site for 37.5 hours per week. (30 minute lunch)

• Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift.

• Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.

• Serve on such committees for the betterment of the established by the administration and faculty.

• Assist in registration as needed.

• Consider the general and special needs of the student.Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services.

• Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform your supervisor in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.

• Conduct oneself in a professional manner.

• Notify the appropriate supervisor well in advance of absences.

• Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics.

• Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment.

• Prepare task lists and attendance reports as required.

• Maintain hourly count check on students.

• Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.

• Prepare grant related reports as needed.

• Provide advisement and testing as needed

• Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections Regulations and procedures.

• Maintain Equipment assigned to area.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree Required concentration in Business or Public Administration preferred.

Experience Requirements:

Teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of job search techniques preferred.

Skills:

Must be able to instruct incarcerated adults in the area of job preparation and employment searches.

Personal Requirements:

Good Interpersonal Skills.