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EKS Group

Intelligence Instructor I

Tucson, AZ

The Intelligence Instructor I provides instruction on intelligence tactics, techniques, procedures ... degree (contract dependent) * Six years of source operations experience, with a minimum of two ...

EKS Group

Intelligence Instructor I

Tucson, AZ

The Intelligence Instructor I provides instruction on intelligence tactics, techniques, procedures ... degree (contract dependent) * Six years of source operations experience, with a minimum of two ...

CoreCivic

Vocational Instructor - Carpentry

Eloy, AZ · On-site

$31.62/hr

Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and applicable requirements by contract ... Instructors teaching Computers or Horticulture may substitute a Bachelor's degree in the field of ...

Pae

Through the Huachuca Training & Support Contract (HTASC), you'll play a vital role in shaping the ... We are currently seeking a 350G Geospatial Intelligence Instructor to support this mission-critical ...

CoreCivic

Vocational Instructor - Electrical

Eloy, AZ · On-site

$31.62/hr

Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and applicable requirements by contract ... Instructors teaching Computers or Horticulture may substitute a Bachelor's degree in the field of ...

CoreCivic

Vocational Instructor - Electrical

Eloy, AZ · On-site

We arecurrently seeking a Vocational Instructor who has a passion for providingthe highest quality ... Prepare course objectives following curriculum standards and applicable requirements by contract.

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Business Administration Instructor

Southern Careers Institute

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 18 days ago

Southern Careers Institute rating

4.3

Company rating: 4.3 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

199th of 221 rated education and training

Job description

The Small Business Start-Up Instructor is responsible for providing instruction, conducting classroom and lab activities, content coordination and curriculum review for inmates at FCI/FCP Phoenix Prison. Instructor will deliver all course materials and instruction for the Small Business Start-Up program and prepare inmates for the workplace upon release. Instructor must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all institutional educational policies and procedures of Southern Careers Institute, as well as any safety and security policies and procedures of FCI/FCP Phoenix Prison. Instructor must maintain records as required by SCI and FCI/FCP Phoenix Prison. The Instructor's primary responsibility is to train inmates for job placement upon release.
As a federal contractor for the United States Government, Southern Careers Institute does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as lead instructor for the assigned teaching field and curriculum program;
  • Work in a cooperative setting with administration, students, and support personnel to accomplish the mutual goal of training and placing our students;
  • Practice excellence in teaching and instruction;
  • Prepare lesson plans and teach course as prescribed by the approved institutional curriculum;
  • Issue lab assignments, administer tests and maintain a record of student grades;
  • Conduct classes in a professional and educational environment;
  • Enforce school and prison policies and procedures;
  • Exhibit reliability to the students through good attendance and punctuality (i.e. to start and end class on time);
  • Maintain proper discipline and order in the classroom with the assistance of prison personnel so that learning is not hindered by unacceptable student behavior;
  • Motivate students to learn and enjoy the material being studied;
  • Demonstrate evidence of professional growth and academic currency;
  • Assist with problem solving for student issues

Special Duties, Responsibilities, and Expectations
This course will be taught over a period at the Federal Correctional Institute. As the lead instructor of this course, you will be required to adhere to special policies, procedures and expectations set by the Federal Bureau of Prisons and the Department of Justice. You must attend all safety, security and special training meetings set by FCI/FCP Phoenix Prison. Failure to attend any safety, security or training meetings required by FCI/FCP Phoenix Prison and/or the Federal Bureau of Prisons will result in immediate termination. Please review the section below on additional requirements for employees working under federal contracts.
Requirements:
  • Minimum 4 years Instructor experience at a College/Junior College level;
  • 2 year's experience working in a correctional facility
  • Bachelor's Degree required;
  • Possess skills to provide instruction in Small Buiness Start Up
  • Compliance with Homeland Security, and Federal procedures including background checks.
  • You must comply with all health and safety requirements of FCI/FCP Phoenix Prison, including but not limited to, any vaccination requirements and/or requirements to wear a mask or follow other preventive measures while at the facility. The Bureau of Prisons expects contractors and employees to make a reasonable effort to keep performance at an acceptable level during emergency periods. You are responsible for immediately notifying your supervisor if you know that you will be absent as a result of a health emergency.
  • Any violations of FCI/FCP Phoenix Prison and/or Federal Bureau of Prisons policies may result in adverse employment actions, including immediate termination.

Benefits
  • Training & Development
  • Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment
  • Continuous Growth Opportunities
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
  • Health Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA)
  • Basic Life & Accident Insurance
  • Short & Long-term Disability
  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Accrual Under the Final Rule, employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked on or in connection with a covered contract.
  • SCI is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About Southern Careers Institute
SCI has been changing lives for over 60 years, now and we're just getting started. We offer certification-based training with programs in Medical, Business, Cosmetology, Skilled-Trades and Technology with campuses spanning across central and south Texas as well as online. Our students can graduate most of our programs in under one year and with real-world experience under their belt.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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