Substitute Teacher

Job Description - Substitute Teacher )

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

The Education Department provides essential academic and vocational programs designed to equip incarcerated individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to lead fulfilling lives after incarceration. Our education staff members support personal growth and prepare students for meaningful opportunities after release, providing basic literacy education, high school equivalency completion, and career-focused training. Join a team dedicated to unlocking potential and creating pathways for brighter futures!

The Substitute Teacher is responsible for providing classroom guidance in social skills and work habits, supervision and enforcing rules, and administering and monitoring educational testing materials. Additional duties include observing, evaluating, and documenting student behavior and academic achievement to provide accurate details to teachers and facility staff.

Pine Hills School is located inside the secure facility at Pine Hills Youth Correctional Facility. School is provided to youth offenders 12 months of the year. The position serves as a positive role model to the youth population, encouraging positive behavior and academic achievements.

• High school education or equivalent; college coursework in education is preferable
• Experience working with children in a leadership role is preferable
• Must possess a state of Montana driver's license
• Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a “Relevant File”. In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

Successful applicants will be subject to:

• Criminal history check
• Reference checks

Prison Rape Elimination Act – Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free – The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

Applicant Pool Statement:
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment:
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

1 Employee Status:
Short Term

Schedule:

Variable

Standard

Day Job

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Miles City Agency:
Department of Corrections Union:
Montana Federation of Public Employees

Dec 15, 2025, 6:51:47 PM ... Closing Date:
Jan 5, 2026, 12:59:00 AM

Macee Larkins | macee.larkins | 406/415-6202

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency’s HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay tana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.