Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide a comprehensive employability training program to the unemployed inmate population at Johnston Correctional Institution.  The position is responsible for teaching classes and instructing, preparing lesson plans and comprehending assessments in all areas of job search preparation and retention. Knowledge in job readiness, basic computer operations, money management and community resources is preferred. Daytime and evening flexibility required.  Perform related work as required.

Knowledge & Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Teaches classes and instructs students in all areas of job search preparation
• Teach and administer the Career Readiness Certification
• Prepares lesson plans, lectures, course overviews and course syllabi.
• Selects appropriate learning material for assigned classes
• Prepares attendance reports and adheres to attendance class polices

Supervisory Responsibilities 

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Additional Information:

Language Skills:  Ability to read and comprehend written material

Mathematical Skills:  Basic math reasoning required.

Reasoning Ability:  

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:  Proficient in Microsoft Office

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:  Willing to obtain the Career Readiness Certification

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.