Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Under the general supervision of the Principal and the direct supervision of the Supervisor of Academic Instruction (SAI), the Academic Teacher, CF (teacher) implements the California Department of Education (CDE) Adult School learning goals and objectives for adult learners following the College and Career Readiness Standards. Based on the incarcerated students’ learning needs, assessment results from the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS), the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE), and other educational assessment tools and documents, the teacher will develop lesson plans, assign coursework and provide a course of study based on the specific academic program and will use adopted curriculum, textbooks, and supplemental materials. The teacher will provide instruction using researchbased instructional strategies and other appropriate delivery methods (based on individual student needs) such as explicit direct instruction, one-on-one, small group instruction, and/or large group instruction on a pull-out basis. The teacher is required to maintain direct student contact related to the necessary amount of time based on student learning needs and group activities. All efforts should be made to maximize instructional time so that teaching and learning takes place from the beginning to the end of the class.

The teacher will maintain all student records in the Strategic Offender Management System (SOMS) in accordance with department policy. The teacher will participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLC), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) meetings, and required professional development activities. The teacher will provide guidance to paraprofessional teaching assistants (TAs), inmate student aides, inmate clerks and inmate tutors. The teacher will be fully aware of the institutional mission and services. The teacher will maintain personal safety by wearing a Personal Alarm Device or by other department sanctioned means.

ALL HIRES ARE SUBJECT TO HIRING FREEZE AND/OR BUDGET APPROVAL.

All applicants must possess a valid California Teaching Credential issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position works 'behind the walls' at Folsom State Prison.

* This position may supervise inmates ; if you are not comfortable working around inmates, please do not submit an application*

Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Candidates new to CDCR or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Shall create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefits

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Salary and Benefits website at

Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

EXAM INFORMATION

THIS EXAM/ASSESSMENT IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE ~ PLEASE SEE BELOW LINKS FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO BECOME ELIGIBLE:

PLEASE NOTE: the QA needs to be reviewed/submitted to staff in the Sacramento Office for processing; this process can take 4-6 weeks and may not be completed before hiring interviews are held.

Please ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications before applying for this exam/assessment (located above under 'Minimum Requirements').   If you take the exam and do not meet the MQ's, you may be subjected to disciplinary action and/or be barred from future examinations within the State of California .

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Degree/Diploma
• Other - All applicants must possess a valid California Teaching Credential issued by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications is required and must be submitted with your Examination /Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the “Statement of Qualifications”section below for specific requirements.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office,

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