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State of Oklahoma

Correctional Teacher

Vinita, OK · On-site

Job Posting Title Correctional Teacher Agency 131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC Education Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if ...

State of Oklahoma

Correctional Teacher

Vinita, OK · On-site

$82K/yr

Job Posting Title Correctional Teacher Agency 131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC Education Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if ...

State of Oklahoma

Correctional Teacher I

Shawnee, OK · On-site

$82K/yr

Job Posting Title Correctional Teacher I Agency 131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS Supervisory Organization DOC Education Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if ...

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Correctional Officer

Pendleton, IN · On-site

$44K - $58K/yr

Teaching Assistant Department: DOC Location: 9310 S State Rd 67, Pendleton, IN 46064 Duration:6 + ... The incumbent serves as a Teaching Assistant in the Education Department in a juvenile correctional ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for correctional teacher in the United States is $26.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a correctional teacher?

Correctional teachers are educators who work within correctional facilities such as prisons, jails, or juvenile detention centers. They provide academic and vocational instruction to incarcerated individuals, helping them improve literacy, earn diplomas or GEDs, and gain job skills for successful reentry into society. Correctional teachers play a vital role in rehabilitation by fostering learning, personal growth, and self-confidence among their students.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a correctional teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Correctional Teacher, you need strong instructional abilities, classroom management skills, and a valid teaching certification or degree in education. Familiarity with learning management systems, educational software, and assessment tools is often necessary in this environment. Patience, resilience, and excellent interpersonal communication are crucial soft skills for engaging and motivating incarcerated learners. These qualifications and skills are vital for creating a positive learning environment, supporting rehabilitation, and ensuring educational progress within correctional facilities.

What are some common challenges faced by correctional teachers, and how can they be addressed?

Correctional Teachers often encounter unique challenges, such as working with students who have diverse educational backgrounds, behavioral issues, or learning disabilities. Building trust and fostering a positive classroom environment can be difficult due to the institutional setting and security protocols. To address these challenges, teachers benefit from strong communication skills, flexibility in lesson planning, and ongoing collaboration with correctional staff and counselors. Professional development in trauma-informed teaching and adaptive strategies also helps enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

What is the difference between Correctional Teacher vs School Teacher?

AspectCorrectional TeacherSchool Teacher
CredentialsState teaching certification, background check, specialized training in correctional educationState teaching certification, subject-specific credentials, background check
Work EnvironmentCorrectional facilities, juvenile detention centersPublic or private schools, classrooms
Employer & IndustryCorrectional institutions, juvenile detention centersPublic school districts, private schools
Job FocusProviding education and rehabilitation to incarcerated youth or adultsTeaching academic subjects to students in regular school settings

Correctional Teachers and School Teachers both require teaching credentials and work with students, but Correctional Teachers operate within correctional facilities focusing on rehabilitative education for incarcerated individuals, while School Teachers work in traditional school settings educating the general student population.

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Infographic showing various Correctional Teacher job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,536 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Correctional Teacher

Vinita, OK • On-site

State of Oklahoma
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Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Posting Title
Correctional Teacher
Agency
131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
Supervisory Organization
DOC Education
Job Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
Compensation
Statutory - salary is based on education and experience.
Job Description
REQUIRED: Upload your Oklahoma Teaching Certificate.
Statutory - salary is based on education and experience.
Basic Purpose:
Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for performing professional teaching work at the elementary or secondary level in a correctional institution or facility; applies special methods and techniques in the habilitation of inmates.
Typical Functions:
  • Conducts classes in core, academic areas to meet the individual needs of students.
  • Plans and lays out courses of study for subjects taught; gives instructions; has a specific field or grade level; prepares and administers examinations; prepares various administrative reports.
  • Devises and uses special instructional materials or teaching aids for subjects taught in core, academic areas; gives individual instructions, encouragement, counseling and guidance to students as necessary.
  • Maintains classroom and corridor discipline; advises and assists in planning and supervising class and student club activities; prepares and grades examination papers; prepares reports on attendance, progress and capabilities of each pupil for administrative purposes.
  • Attends teachers meetings and participates in the planning, scheduling and development of the school program.
  • Maintains inventory of books and supplies.
  • Participates in staff and facility head meetings; staff development training sessions; attends staffing's to provide input on students' progress.
  • Supervises the Correctional Teacher I at assigned facility location.
  • Coordinates with the facility heads.
  • Manages all aspects of the education system at the facility level; conducts data reporting, test administration and enrollment.
  • Supervises and manages college, education and programs' classes.

Level Descriptor:
This is the leadership level where incumbents are responsible for performing advanced level educational work that is complex and difficult. Responsibilities also include functioning as a lead worker with limited supervisory duties. There is only one position at each institution or facility at this level.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies:
Knowledge of modern principles, practices and materials in the specialized field of education; of school administration principles and practices; of the content matter in the area of instruction; of accepted methods of teaching incarcerated students; and of evaluating critically and objectively the educational needs and achievements of the students.
Required Abilities: Ability is required to supervise staff and instruct incarcerated students; to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others; to organize and present facts and opinions clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; to maintain discipline in the facility education unit. Ability to develop and present a curriculum.
Education and Experience:
Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in education and possession of a current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate.
Special Requirements:
Travel is required, must possess a valid driver's license.
This is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote work.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.
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