TEACHER; CTE

Introduction

The Department of Juvenile Services is searching for passionate and compassionate education professionals to join our team at our local government youth education facility. As a CTE Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of youth by providing them with the guidance, support, and education they need to overcome obstacles and unlock their full potential. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable youth while contributing to the betterment of our community.

Incentive:
Locally employed educators may receive a leave balance transfer (subject to eligibility and verification of leave balance by the local employer).

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Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center
300 North Gay Street
Baltimore, MD 21202

This is a professional position responsible for providing classroom-based academic instruction to juvenile students in a congregate care facility. Work will involve planning and providing appropriate learning experiences that cover a wide-spectrum of career industries, employment sectors, and vocational training. Instruction will be provided at the basic skills, Middle School, High School, and General Educational Development (GED) levels with application to occupational, functional living, and employability skills.

This is a professional position responsible for providing classroom-based academic instruction to juvenile students in a congregate care facility. Work will involve planning and providing appropriate learning experiences that cover a wide-spectrum of career industries, employment sectors, and vocational training. Instruction will be provided at the basic skills, Middle School, High School, and General Educational Development (GED) levels with application to occupational, functional living, and employability skills.

• Education:
  
  Possession of appropriate educational credentials as determined by the Maryland State Board of Education.
• Experience:
  
  None.

• Must possess a MSDE Secondary Education Educator's Certification with an endorsement area of CTE.

• One year of teaching experiences to include internship.
• Taught in a multi-discipline CTE program and can teach a wide-spectrum of CTE related courses.

Teachers in State operated school programs are required to acquire and maintain certification to teach in the State of Maryland per Education Article, Section 6-101 of the Annotated Code and Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 13A.12.01.03B(2). Applicants recommended for appointment will be required to complete an Authorization and Verification of Credentials. Information on requirements for certification and procedures for application may be obtained from the Maryland State Board of Education, 200 W.

Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD .

• Employees in this classification are subject to Substance Abuse Testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs. Applicants must consent to State Police and Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigations/Background Checks as a routine procedure for all employees required to work in State Juvenile Services Facilities.
• Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act is required.
• If, once employed, it is determined that the incumbent does not qualify for at least a Conditional Certificate, the incumbent's employment will be terminated.
• Also, failure to obtain and maintain the appropriate Maryland Teaching Certificate will be the basis for termination of employment.

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible employment list for at least one year.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position and your answers to the supplemental questions. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and not write 'see resume.' Incomplete applications will not be considered.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. DJS values the experience gained by Veterans.