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Correctional Officer - CRC

Franklin, WI · On-site

$30.60 - $34.37/hr

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HI · On-site

$63K - $74K/yr

Ensure educational programs align with correctional education requirements, policies, and ... Minimum 1.5 years of professional teaching experience involving lesson plan development, classroom ...

$51K/yr

Classroom teaching or instructing. * Responsible rehabilitation work, e.g., in an alcoholic ... Correctional Officer * Detention Officer * Police Officer * Border Patrol Agent * State Trooper

$51K/yr

Classroom teaching or instructing. * Responsible rehabilitation work, e.g., in an alcoholic ... Correctional Officer * Detention Officer * Police Officer * Border Patrol Agent * State Trooper

Corrections Officer

Pendleton, IN · On-site

$44K - $58K/yr

Teaching Assistant Location: Pendleton Juvenile Correctional Facility, 9310 S State Rd 67, Pendleton, IN 46064 Duration: 12+ Months (Possibility of Extension)

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How much do correctional teacher jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 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 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 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 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.

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.
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Infographic showing various Correctional Teacher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,536 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Adult Education Teacher (Multiple Openings): Keen Mountain Correctional Center #ED004

Virginia Department of Human Resource Management

Oakwood, VA • On-site

$59K - $85K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Adult Education Teacher (Multiple Openings): Keen Mountain Correctional Center #ED004
Job no: 5104194
Work type: Full-Time (Salaried)
Location: Oakwood, Virginia
Categories: Public Safety
Title: Adult Education Teacher (Multiple Openings): Keen Mountain Correctional Center #ED004
State Role Title: Trainer and Instructor II
Hiring Range: $59,717.00 - $85,334.00
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Location: Keen Mountain Correctional Ctr
Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
To provide quality instructions and to meet the individual needs of the students in the areas of Adult Basic Education (ABE) and General Educational Diploma (GED). Additionally, to meet the standards defined under the Commonwealth's statutes and program certification requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant educational field.
Experience teaching adults and or youth and knowledge and experience of policy and procedure governing adult education is required.
Licensure: Must possess a Collegiate Professional or Postgraduate Professional Teaching License from the Virginia Department of Education (VADOE) or qualify for reciprocity from another state and without deficiencies.
(For Licensing Information Visit: http://www.doe.virginia.gov/teaching/licensure/index.shtml)
Please note you are responsible for any renewal points to maintain a teaching license under the guidelines of Virginia Department of Education to comply with the requirements for your continued employment in this position. If you are seeking reciprocity from another state, you must submit all documentation for a Virginia Teaching License within 90 days of employment and satisfy all requirements within a year.
Additional Considerations
Specialty training or licensure endorsement in Math or Science. Experience teaching adults and or youth in a correctional or alternative education setting. Knowledge and experience of policy and procedures governing adult correctional education. Knowledge of correctional education classroom management. The ability to supervise students and inmate aides in the correctional facility; knowledge of the Department of Corrections (DOC) institutional policies and procedures.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:
Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.
Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 804-659-8424
Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS / WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised: 06 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 28 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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