Education ​/ Teaching Instructor, Youth Development

15200 Old Scenic Hwy, Baker, LA 70714

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law-abiding citizens. Make a meaningful impact every day by helping young people build the academic, personal, and workforce skills they need for a better future. As an Instructor at Jetson Center for Youth, you will teach secure-care youth using the state-mandated curriculum while fostering a structured, supportive, and growth-oriented learning environment.

This role is ideal for educators who believe in second chances, value relationship-building, and want to be part of a mission-driven team.

About This Job


Office of Juvenile Justice


Jetson Center for Youth


15200 Old Scenic Hwy, Baker, LA 70714

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law-abiding citizens. Make a meaningful impact every day by helping young people build the academic, personal, and workforce skills they need for a better future. As an Instructor at Jetson Center for Youth, you will teach secure-care youth using the state-mandated curriculum while fostering a structured, supportive, and growth-oriented learning environment.

This role is ideal for educators who believe in second chances, value relationship-building, and want to be part of a mission-driven team.



Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Louisiana teaching certification or eligibility for certification
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills
• Ability to work effectively with at-risk youth in a secure care setting
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills

There may be additions and alternatives to the above qualifications as the Office of Juvenile Justice determines appropriate.

Job Specification

The incumbent will serve as a content teacher for Secondary Education Certified Instructor or Temporary Authority to Teach or eligibility for a TAT core subject matters:
Science, Social Studies, Math, or Language Arts.



Job Duties



Job Duties and Other Information

• Teach and inspire youth through the state-mandated curriculum, entry-level job skills, and employability training.
• Create a positive learning environment by organizing instruction, writing lesson plans, and using diverse teaching strategies tailored to students’ needs and learning styles.
• Promote student success through consistent classroom management rooted in positive reinforcement, fairness, and clear expectations.
• Support academic progress by preparing bi-weekly performance reports, maintaining accurate attendance and grades, and submitting all required documentation on time.
• Engage in continuous professional growth by participating in trainings, conferences, and seminars to stay current in instructional practices and youth development.
• Collaborate with staff and leadership, maintaining strong communication and serving on school or facility committees as needed.
• Model professionalism and leadership, demonstrating integrity, optimism, persistence, and strong communication skills in both written and verbal formats.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Principal, immediate supervisor, or Youth Facility Director to support school operations.

Position-Specific Details


Work Location: This vacancy is located at Jetson Center for Youth in Baker, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Full time

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c)


No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

The Office of Juvenile Justice will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the people who respond to this posting.

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