CDOC State Teacher I - CTE Instructor - (Sterling)
Sterling
Friday, 17 April 2026
The position provides classroom and individualized instruction in Career and Technical Education in Construction to assist offenders in obtaining entry level marketable job skills and college course completions utilizing approved curriculum. Job Duties Include: Teach and mentor inmate students individually or in large and small group classrooms promoting occupational, academic and transitional performance skills;Determine educational needs of inmate students to develop short and long term goals;Plan course content and develop methods of instruction;Develop and implement competency-based teaching aids such as instructional software, multimedia visual aids, or study materials;Lecture on theories, concepts and terminology of customer service;Select and administer appropriate performance assessments to inmate students in order to measure progress, course completion requirements, and to evaluate training/testing effectiveness;Ensure security, safety, supervision and monitoring of inmate students in the proper use, storage and inventory of equipment tools, keys and hazardous materials in accordance with CDOC regulations;Prepare reports and maintain records such as student grades, attendance rosters, and training activity details;Observe and evaluate inmate students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement;Document inmate achievements, competencies and contact hours towards completion of certificate requirements;Provide oversight and coordination of Computer Based Testing lab and record security to include test proctoring of all computer based testing;Justify accuracy and usage of budget requests;Participate in conferences, seminars, and training sessions to keep abreast of developments in the field, and integrates relevant information into training programs;Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with fellow teachers in a cooperative effort to promote mutual and continued guidance and improvements;Actively contribute to the - safety and security of the facility through effective inmate management and promoting conflict resolution and solutions;Endorse and adhere to the CDOC Mission and Vision promoting commitment and integrity;Maintain Colorado Community College credential;Other duties as assigned. - Safety & Security - This position maintains safety and security by training inmates, and will be required to work security posts, perform inmate counts, shakedowns, searches, escorts, movement control, and inmate access to classrooms. Through conscientious observation and adherence to agency Administrative Regulations and the Code of Penal Discipline, the position promotes a safe and secure work environment.