Teacher I

I.    GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    To instruct inmates/probationers/parolees/students in basic educational skills including, but not limited to, reading, arithmetic and writing.  This to be done either on an individual basis, a group setting, or both.

II.    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(a)    Responsible for program data and maintenance of student management databases, as well as other data entry functions

(b)    To instruct inmates/probationers/parolees/students, using various teaching methods, such as lecture and demonstration

(c)    To administer in-house tests (MAPT, etc.) to determine appropriate grade level, and shall continue to monitor student progress

(d)    To maintain individual inmate student records and keep supervisor apprised of inmate student needs and progress

(e)    To be responsible for daily classroom activity

(f)    To report any potentially dangerous situation in the school area to the School Security Officer

(g)    To inventory classroom materials needed and submit a report to the supervisor

(h)    To develop and administer tests, as well as grade tests and examinations

(i)    Prepare course outlines and objectives according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements

(j)    To use audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentations

(k)    To evaluate, record and report inmate student progress

(l)    To confer with inmates/probationers/parolees/students and counselors to resolve behavioral and academic problems

(m)    To maintain discipline in the classroom

(n)    To participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops

(o)    Select, store, order, issue and inventory classroom equipment, materials and supplies

(p)    Perform any other educational duties assigned

(q)    To report for work on time and appropriately attired

(r)    To maintain regular attendance
 

[1] This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

[2] The essential functions or duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.