Corrections Vocational Instructor
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Training Instructor / Specialist, Adult & Continuing Education
Corrections Vocational Instructor
Are you ready to Brave the Challenge?
The Department of Corrections is seeking candidates for a Corrections Vocational Instructor. Our ultimate mission is to prepare inmates to return to society as contributing, law-abiding citizens. We understand that the best program to accomplish that goal is the example we set while inmates are under our supervision. We are committed to providing an opportunity for all inmates to become productive citizens when they leave.
The Corrections Vocational Instructor plays a vital role in the mission through providing assessment and targeted vocational instructional services to offenders.
Key responsibilities may include:
- Provide classroom and performance based instructional services
- Adhere to supporting curriculum
- Set expected learning outcomes
- Prepare lesson plans
- Record student attendance and track in the Kentucky Offender Management System
- Enter and maintain student records, scores and completion dates
- Submit Program Completion certificates
- Supervise teachers' aides and tool room clerks
- Maintain safe and secure learning environment
- Maintain classroom equipment and supplies
Experience in the field of horticulture preferred.
If you are seeking to further your career in a rewarding environment, where you can make a difference please apply today!
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR
SKILLS:
Three (3) years of trade-related experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for
EXPERIENCE:
Additional education will substitute for up to two (2) years of the trade-related experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for
EDUCATION:
NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in a classroom / shop setting within a correctional institution.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Robbie Landrum drum.
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