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The Vermont Department Of Corrections is looking for CorrectionalEducators at Northern State Correctional Facility in Newport.Correctional Educators teach incarcerated adult students in smallclasses using specially designed curriculum adapted for individualeducation levels. Adult Basic Education courses include reading,writing, arithmetic, speaking, listening, and study skills. Secondarycourses include science, English language arts, mathematics, globalcitizenship, art, health, and career technical education. GeneralEducation Development (GED) course work is taught in science, socialstudies, math, and literacy.

Correctional Educators plan and develop personalized learning plans foradult students informed by transcripts, assessments, and prior learning.In their advising role, this position provides individual guidance anddirection toward educational goals. They prepare, administer, and scorespecialized and standardized assessments. Correctional Educators work asa member of a local Educational Support Team (EST), IDEA, 504, and otherspecialized curriculum teams.

Other duties include reviewing and analyzing educational practices andprocedures, curriculum review, and making recommendations to ensureestablished educational standards are met. They also maintain studentprogress, attendance, and related records within the student informationsystem. The State of Vermont reimburses employees for licensing andcertification fees required to perform job duties. For this position,educators with social studies and/or guidance backgrounds are preferredbut not required.If you would like more information about this position, [email protected].

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to beconsidered.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in an institutional setting with constant exposure toand interaction with correctional facility residents. Security is aconstant concern. Some travel may be necessary for which a validdriver's license and private means of transportation is necessary.Inmates may at times be belligerent and threatening, creating somepotential for physical danger.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree AND Vermont Department of Education educator'slicense Level I or II OR eligibility to obtain Vermont educator'slicense within 6 months of hire.

Note: Individual positions have specific educational licensurerequirements.

Special Requirements

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable tothe position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards,Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adultand child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position underrecruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception ofthose who are current classified state employees seeking transfer,promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are personsexercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

DOC PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Requirements

In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying foremployment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevantinformation. Previous institutional employers will be contacted andrequired to provide information regarding substantiated incidences ofsexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of anallegation of sexual abuse. By submitting this online job application,you certify all information furnished is true and complete. Theinformation you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used,and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigatingand verifying your work history.

Conviction History Requ rements:Candidates who have any felonyconviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have beenplaced under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction mustreceive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to beconsidered for employment. You may access the application andcorresponding documents by clicking here. Once you have completed theapplication, please send it directly to the hiring manager identified asthe contact person in this job posting.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, butit's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation packagefeatures an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about30% of your total compensation, including:

80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost foremployees and their families

Work/Life balance: 12paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan

State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)

Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pensionplan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

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