Criminal Justice Career & Technical Education - Anticipated SY

Criminal Justice Career & Technical Education - Anticipated 26-27 SY

Westerly Public Schools (RI) – Westerly High School, Westerly, Rhode Island.

Job : 5714065

Final date to receive applications: Open until filled

Posted: May 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Effective: 08/03/2026

Pay Range: $51,181.58 - $95,726.51

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Title:

FTE: 0.6

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $51,181.60 to $95,726.50 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher >
Career and Technical Education

Job Title: Criminal Justice Career & Technical Education (CTE) Teacher

Location: High School

Supervision Received: School Principal or Designee.

Supervision Exercised: None

Job Summary: This position provides instruction in a Criminal Justice Career and Technical Education pathway. The role emphasizes applied, real‑world learning aligned with RIDE CTE standards and includes mentoring students to support their academic, personal, and career development. The teacher delivers engaging instruction, assesses student progress, maintains a safe and supportive classroom environment, and promotes student growth and career readiness.

• Design, implement, and deliver curriculum aligned with Rhode Island CTE standards, RIDE requirements, and current industry practices.
• Instruct students in foundational and advanced criminal justice topics, including law enforcement, public safety, and legal systems.
• Apply real‑world criminal justice practices in instructional settings to prepare students with both academic knowledge and experiential, workforce‑ready skills.
• Contribute to program development, including curriculum planning, equipment selection, and industry partnerships.
• Supervise and support students in a laboratory‑based instructional setting.
• Participate in required professional development, training, and certification activities.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for high school students.
• Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, and community and industry partners to support student success.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Experience:
  • Current or retired law enforcement professional with documented field experience in policing, corrections, public safety, or a related criminal justice role.
  • Familiarity with safety protocols, risk management, and supervision in classroom or laboratory‑based environments.
  • Experience working with students in educational, training, mentoring, or supervisory capacities preferred, supporting CTE’s focus on engaging, relevant, hands‑on learning.
• Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field required.
  • Master's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred.
• Certification:
  • Must meet the current RI Department of Education requirements and certifications.
  • Must be eligible for Rhode Island Department of Education Career and Technical Education (CTE) certification in the Criminal Justice program area.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Human Resources
• 23 Highland Avenue
• Westerly, Rhode Island 02891
• Phone:
• Email: HR.ri.us