DOC Western Illinois CC Adult Educator

Position Title: Educator

​Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: EDUCATOR - 13100 
Skill Option: Elementary & Secondary (K-12) 
Bilingual Option: None 
Closing Date/Time: 02/03/2025 11:59 p.m.
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,618/month; CBA Applies; Full Range: $5,618 - $9,894/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Brown
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063

 

 

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number  44194 

 

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended.  When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application.  Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility.  Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

 

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No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
 

 

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Corrections and the Office of Adult Education and Vocational Services is looking for a professional educator that possesses a valid Professional Education License.  The OAEVS educator will provide Adult Basic Education and Adult Secondary Education services to adult individuals.  The chosen candidate will assess the learning needs of the student, plan and implement instructional actives, evaluate student success while promoting a positive learning environment.  The mission is to engage, educate and impower the adult education student. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.
 

Essential Functions

• Administer classroom and individual level instruction to participating individuals in custody.
• Within the purview of the Curriculum Policy, develop curricula for each assigned teaching subject and approximate grade level.
• Develops examination tools designed to measure each student’s strengths, weaknesses and progress.
• Prepares and keeps detailed records and reports on attendance, achievement and individual progress and needs of the students.
• Direct students in additional school related activities when necessary.
• Attends and participates in discussion and planning at regular teachers meetings, including counselor-teacher meetings, team meetings and staff development.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires possession of a current and valid ISBE-issued Professional Educator License with endorsement appropriate to the content area, elementary & Secondary Education in grades K-12. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional teaching experience.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience evalua