School Principal-at LCF​/ARF

Position: School Principal-14 at LCF/ARF
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The Regional School Principal functions as the first-line professional manager of professional positions in a complex work area, within multiple correctional facilities.  The School Principal is responsible for the efficient functioning of all the schools he/she supervises.  This position will be responsible for Gus Harrison Correctional Facility and Lakeland Correctional Facility.

The School Principal is responsible for all tasks and responsibilities assigned by the Education Manager.  This position is accountable for development, implementation, improvement and maintenance of academic, vocational, special education, employment readiness/workforce development and post- secondary education programs in MDOC schools.  This position functions as the GED Chief Examiner, providing oversight for GED Testing and all other required test administration.  The School Principal position requires knowledge of MDOC policies and procedures, state and federal laws, as well as teaching methods and supervisory techniques.

The School Principal is responsible for collaborating within the larger framework of the prison to ensure safety and efficiency, and to maintain required operational standards. These responsibilities require daily prisoner contact and travel to different correctional facilities.

Must have valid state teacher or administrative certificate.

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Education

Possession of a master's degree in a field of education.

Experience

Two years of professional experience as a certified teacher.

Alternate

Education and Experience

School Principal
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For positions in the Department of Corrections, possession of a bachelor's degree in a field of education and four years of professional experience as a certified teacher working in a prison setting may be substituted for the education requirement.

OR

Possession of a valid School Administrator Certification and four years of professional experience providing instruction in a classroom within a prison setting may be substituted for experience requirement.

* Knowledge of the principles and practices of teaching and of education administration, particularly with adults.

* Knowledge of academic/vocational assessment and guidance and counseling.

* Familiarity with state and federal education laws and regulations.

* Ability to correlate the education program within a prison facility, and to work with prisoner classification and placement.

* Ability to work effectively with a variety of staff.

* Ability to understand, communicate, and provide educational direction for persons with disabilities and socially.

Must have valid state teacher or administrative certificate.

Please attach a cover letter and resume'.
Failure to do so may result in you being screened out of the interview process.

All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration.  Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.  Interested applicants who are attaching transcripts must attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date. More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be found here.

(un-official or web-based transcripts will not be accepted)

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The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017.Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.

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