Principal,Education Administration Job Meridian area,Mississippi USA,Education / Teaching

Job Description

Salary: $50,000

Location:

10641 US-80, Meridian, MS 39307

Status:
Full Time, Monday – Friday, 8AM-5PM

Benefit package includes:

Medical, vision, and prescription drug benefits
Dental benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Employee assistance program
Paid time off (PTO)
9 paid holidays
Bereavement leave
Civic duty and military leave
Opportunities for job advancement

Impact lives with Management & Training Corporation (MTC)! At the East Mississippi Correctional Facility in Meridian, MS, our foundation is based upon the philosophies of caring about others, giving back, and making a social impact. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping an at-risk population receive the treatment necessary for success on their road back to a healthy, productive life.

Position Summary:

Reports to the designated supervisor. Directly supervises the academic instructors, vocational instructors, education clerk and library aide. Responsible for the management of the education department in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives.

Essential Functions:

Plan, coordinate and manage the administrative and programmatic activities of the departments.

Provide staff training, evaluate staff performance and implement organization and personnel changes as approved by the warden and coordinated with the human resources manager prior to implementation.

Create systems to effectively manage staff and ensure effectiveness of program.

Develop departmental budgets; monitor and control expenditures. Review and recommend changes to budget authorizations.

Develop and implement new and revised policies and procedures affecting education to include compliance with all student assessment and testing regulations.

Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with overall facility objectives.

Oversee the process of establishing and following Individualized Treatment Plans (ITP) for offenders.

Direct the preparation of reports required by specific requests, rules, regulations, policies and procedures. This includes maintenance of student records to include attendance and participation.

Conduct reviews/audits of all assigned functions on a regular basis to ensure contractual compliance high quality rehabilitative and delivery of quality and educational programming.

Supervise the development and implementation of programs.

Ensure effective administration, adherence to curricula requirements and effective team approach between academic and vocational training components.

Direct efforts to council offenders to obtain their General Education Diploma (GED).

Plan and manage work assignments and schedule of activities; monitor class loads and instructor assignments to meet offender educational needs.

Monitor the maintenance and cleaning of programs building and equipment.

Ensure all classrooms and shops have appropriate instructional materials, supplies and equipment.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree and valid teaching certification appropriate for adult basic education or GED issued by the Mississippi Department of Education in elementary or secondary education required. Two (2) years related experience preferred. Valid driver's license in the state of Mississippi with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements:

Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.

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Principal, Education Administration