$28.00 per hour

At CoreCivic,
our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of
professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are
currently seeking a Vocational Instructor - Carpentry who has a passion for providing
the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a
team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we
serve.

The Vocational Instructor performs instructional services of vocational and/or occupational subjects, such as business, computers/technology, carpentry, plumbing and trades which are designed to help inmates/students learn specified subject matter and acquire vocational skills.

• Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and applicable requirements by contract.
• Plan and document a program of study that meets the individual needs and abilities of students.
• Provide instruction using handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials. Evaluate students' performance and issue progress reports as required.  Assist students with additional instruction as needed.

Qualifications:  

• High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required. 
• Three years of full-time, wage-earning experience in the subject vocational trade or in career readiness skills to include technical trade experience; or three years of experience as a certified instructor teaching in the specific trade or subject area is required.  
• Must possess or be eligible for certification and/or license, or other credentials required by contract and/or state of employment.
• Continued employment in this position will be contingent upon obtaining and/or maintaining required agency credentials.
• Must have the ability to give clear instructions in the trade and/or vocational area. 
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications is required.  
• A valid driver's license is required.

• Instructors teaching Computers or Horticulture may substitute a Bachelor's degree in the field of study related to the work assignment for the experience requirement. 

• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. 

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran.