Adult Basic Education (ABE) Instructor (TEACHER ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE)

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning is accepting applications from qualified applicants for the position to build an applicant pool for current and anticipated position vacancies. This is a professional position responsible for providing teaching and learning to residents of a correctional facility. This is an agency-specific recruitment for this specific classification and function only with the MD Department of Labor.

This position could be placed in any classification within the Teacher Series. Salary and exact classification will be determined following an assessment of the selected candidate's education and MSDE Certification using the IEPP Salary Scale.

GRADE

TEAC0003

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Correctional Institute for Women (MCI-W)

7943 House of Corrections Road

Jessup, MD 20794

Main Purpose of Job

To create a classroom learning environment in which assigned inmate students make measurable progress toward identified education goals as indicated by the successful completion of the requirements for the Maryland Adult Basic Literacy and Life Skills Certificate and/or the high school diploma.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Provide academic instruction in a variety of methods including whole group, small group, and individualized instruction consistent with the approved curriculum, which results in their progress toward successful completion of the requirement for the Adult Skills Certificates and/or a Maryland High School diploma.
• Plan lessons and organize time in advance to provide effective instruction.
• Use informal and formal assessment tools to provide a reliable and valid appraisal of student skills and achievement.
• Maintain and submit program and instructional records in an accurate and timely manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Possession of appropriate educational credentials as determined by the Maryland State Board of Education.

Experience: None.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

1. Experience working within a correctional education setting.

2. Experience working with adult learners in a correctional education setting, and individuals from various cultural, socio-economic, and education backgrounds.

3. Experience teaching adult learning principles and basic education subjects (language, reading, writing, math, science, and social studies).

4. Experience working with diverse populations, including from various cultural, socio-economic, and educational background.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Teachers in State operated school programs are required to acquire and maintain certification to teach in the State of Maryland per Education Article, Section 6-101 of the Annotated Code and Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 13A.12.01.03B(2). Applicants recommended for appointment will be required to complete an Authorization and Verification of Credentials. Information on requirements for certification and procedures for application may be obtained from the Maryland State Board of Education, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201-2595.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (MD Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to MD Labor/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

All potential candidates shall be screened for security purposes prior to being offered a position which consists of fingerprinting and background investigation by CJIS-CENTRAL REPOSITORY.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE AND NOT CONSIDERED IN THE SELECTION PROCESS.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

The certified list will be used by Department of Labor for a period of one year.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767- 4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to [email protected].

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status.

If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may contact Brittany Small via email to [email protected]. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland Department of Labor / Office of Administration
Attn: Brittany Small 26-005897-0007

100 S. Charles Street, 5th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online

Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.