Correctional Career Technology Instructor at Vienna Correctional Center

Location: Vienna

Under the general direction of the Associate Dean performs responsible functions in the development coordination and maintenance of a meaningful consistent statewide training and development program for Job Preparedness instruction.

The main responsibility is to teach an intensive job preparation curriculum and build a bridge for continued services in the community to offenders preparing for Mandatory Supervised Release.(Parole)

Essential Job Functions:

* In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare and revise curriculum to instruct offenders in job preparedness.

* Teach classes in career technology as assigned by the Associate Dean.

* In cooperation with others make recommendations on curriculum materials.

* Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.

* Attend faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.

* Be on the work site for 37.5 hours per week.(30 minute lunch)

* Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift.

* Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.

* Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.

* Assist in registration as needed.

* Consider the general and special needs of the student.

Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services.

* Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform your supervisor in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.

* Conduct oneself in a professional manner.

* Notify the appropriate supervisor well in advance of absences.

* Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics.

* Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment.

* Prepare task lists and attendance reports as required.

* Maintain hourly count check on students.

* Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.

* Prepare grant related reports as needed.

* Provide advisement and testing as needed.

* Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections Regulations and procedures.

* Maintain Equipment assigned to area.

Education Requirements:

* Bachelor Degree Required.

Experience Requirements:

* Teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge:

* Knowledge of job search techniques preferred.

Skills:

* Must be able to instruct incarcerated adults in the area of job preparation and employment searches.

Personal Requirements:

* Good Interpersonal Skills.