Job description

Introduction

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using cutting-edge research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

Introduction
The Department of Corrections , is currently accepting applications for Adult Basic Education Teacher vacancies throughout the state. If you're interested in future vacancies, please apply now. The register created from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies, state-wide, as they occur for up to 6 months.

Current Vacancies:
Columbia Correctional Institution (Portage, Columbia County)
Fox Lake Correctional Institution (Fox Lake, Dodge County)
Green Bay Correctional Institution (Green Bay, Brown County)
New Lisbon Correctional Institution (New Lisbon, Juneau County)
Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility (Racine, Racine County) (Part Time)
Redgranite Correctional Institution (Redgranite, Waushara County)
Stanley Correctional Institution (Stanley, Chippewa County)

DOC is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
A casual office atmosphere and flexible work schedules depending on the position’s requirements
An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
Position Summary

This position will develop and implement a program of professional educational services in Adult Basic Education (ABE) to Persons in our Care (PIOCs) in order to meet their assessed individual academic needs. This includes f acilitating and manage classroom in Adult Basic Education (ABE) and High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED). this position will also maintain curriculum and other materials as well as managing the classroom.
Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule-range 13-04 with a starting pay rate of $24.48/hour, plus excellent benefits and advancement opportunities. This position may receive supplemental (add-on) pay adjustments for additional credits relevant to the position that are over and above the credits needed for certification. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensations Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes.
A twelve-month probationary period is required.
Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
All state employees must report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not and provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment.
The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.
Qualifications

Applicants must meet the Adult Basic Education (ABE) credentials determined by the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS).
Applicants must meet at least one of the four criteria listed below in order to be eligible & move forward in the selection process ( You must submit transcripts with your application ):
1) Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Elementary Education or Special Education.
2) Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Secondary Education in the area of English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies
3) Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) with a major or minor in English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies
4) Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) with 15 combined semester credits in English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies.

• In general, Health, Art, Music, or Physical Education coursework does not count as Math, Reading, English, Science, or Social Studies.

How To Apply

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
One of the document upload types will be “Transcripts”, you should upload your college transcripts using that function. Copies are fine for the application, but official transcripts may be required later depending on the position. If you encounter difficulties please seek support before submitting your application. Applications without transcripts will not be eligible to advance to the next step of the selection process .
Your resume should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting, especially if there is anything that needs to be elaborated on regarding your transcripts.
Transcripts and resumes will be evaluated by a job expert and candidates that meet the qualifications will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
Current State of Wisconsin employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the “Careers” tile on the front page.
Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist, at Athena.Foster@wisconsin.gov .
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.
Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until the needs of the department are met and will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis.
If you have technical difficulties, Wisc.Jobs help is available Monday-Friday, 7:45am – 4:30pm – 608-267-1012 or wiscjobs@wisconsin.gov

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