CDOC State Teacher I - Special Education Instructor - STATEWIDE

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CDOC State Teacher I - Special Education Instructor - STATEWIDE

Salary

$5,675.00 - $9,081.00 Monthly

Location

Statewide, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

STATEWIDE Teach SPED 6.2023

Department

Department of Corrections

Opening Date

05/31/2023

Closing Date

5/30/2024 12:00 AM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

Various locations throughout Colorado.

Hiring Pay Rate

The starting salary for this position is $5,676.00 per month.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Megan Acuna megan.acuna@state.co.us 719-226-4408

Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

Type of Announcement

A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Department Information

Governor Polis announced on May 4, 2023 that this classification (if working within a 24/7 facility) may be eligible for non-base building temporary pay up to 10% through Fiscal Year 24/25 which ends in June 2025. Applicants selected for a position will be provided more information on this Critical Staffing pay at the time of a job offer.

VISION STATEMENT:

"Building a safer Colorado for today and tomorrow"

MISSION STATEMENT:

We are a team of dynamic and diverse professionals building a safer Colorado by

cultivating transformative opportunities for those under our supervision.

CORE VALUES:

Community Safety

Dignity, Diversity and Respect

Opportunity

Collaborative Partnerships

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.

In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans;

• Medical and dental health plans;

• Short and long term disability coverage;

• Paid life insurance;

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;

• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more

  Who May Apply: A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

Job Location: This posting may be used to fill vacancies throughout the state of Colorado. (See locations within the supplemental questions on this job posting.)

The starting salary for this position is $5,675.00 per month.

Description of Job

The position exists to teach job entry level skills in the area of special education and general academics through classroom instruction to incarcerated individuals. The position will teach practical skills and promote self-discipline and motivation in order to guide and counsel students for career development necessary for reintegration into the community. Instruction is in accordance with the Colorado Department of Education.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Teach and mentor incarcerated students individually or in large and small group setting to promote academic performance skills;

• Determine educational needs of incarcerated students to develop short-and long-term goals to include high school progression or work to achieve high school equivalency;

• Review, revise and create appropriate lessons based on student abilities;

• Use multi-sensory approaches to instruction and instructional material;

• Select and administer appropriate performance assessments to incarcerated students in order to measure progress, course completion requirements, and to evaluate training/testing effectiveness;

• Collaborate with teaching team members and other special education staff;

• Prepare reports and maintain records such as student grades, attendance rosters, and training activity details;

• Act as academic and vocational advisor to students assigned;

• Document student achievements, competencies and contact hours towards completion of certificate requirements;

• Participate in residents' program team staffing Progress Assessment Summary (PAS) process;

• 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.

  *Safety & Security - position maintains safety and security by training inmates; and occasionally or in an emergent situation perform inmate counts, 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.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in an education related field.

• Applicants must currently possess a valid Colorado Professional or Initial Teacher Licensewith a Special Education Endorsement.(A copy of your license MUST be scanned and uploaded to this application at the time your application is submitted.)

• Individuals who possess a Colorado Initial License upon hire must obtain the Colorado Professional Teacher License withinthree (3) years of date of hire.

  Out of State Applicants Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in an education related field.

• Must possess the appropriate educator license for your state (A copy of your license MUST be scanned and uploaded to this application at the time your application is submitted.)

  Out of state applicants - you are strongly encouraged to understand the licensing requirements in Colorado. You may be eligible for the Colorado Interim Authorization click HERE (https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/coloradoreciprocity) .

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS: If you are offered a State Teacher I position with the Colorado Department or Corrections, you may be assessed for a Temporary Educator and Training Credential while you are obtaining the appropriate Colorado teaching license necessary for his position. Upon acceptance of the position, you would be expected to initiate the license application with the Colorado Department of Education immediately and provide regular status updates. You would then need to obtain the appropriate Colorado teaching credential within one year of hire.

For more information about Colorado licensure click HERE (https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/credentialtypes) .

A copy of your collegetranscripts noting type of degree and date conferredMUSTbe scanned and uploaded to this applicationat the time your application is submitted in order to receive college course work credit if you wish to use your credit in order to be considered for this position.Transcripts must include the institution name, your name, degree, date conferred, and must be in pdf or jpg format.

ExperienceMUSTbe described in detail on your application to receive credit.

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40 hours per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Please be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Significant knowledge of effective teaching strategies, methods and techniques;

• Exceptional interpersonal/customer service skills;

• Effectual conflict resolution skills;

• Strong self motivation skills;

• Highly effective organizing, planning and prioritizing skills;

• Strong written and oral communications skills;

• Ability to read and comprehend the English language;

• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;

• Proficiency in office technologies especially Microsoft Office Suite;

• Precise attention to details.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working for a State of Colorado agency as a permanent employee;

• Masters degree in Education or related field;

• Experience teaching and assessing high risk or incarcerated adults or youth.

  ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS PROCESS.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.

Be sure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to theDescription of the Job,Minimum Qualifications,Required Competencies andPreferred Qualificationsas listed above. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.

If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application.

In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least (10) ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than (10) years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support:

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it.

You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records

Conditions of Employment:

All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOC’s consideration of application for employment.

• Must be 21 years of age;

• Possess a valid driver’s license;

• Possess a high school diploma or GED;

• Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an inmate who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with inmates or residents.

• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDOC uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. CDOC does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.

• Successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics;

• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics;

• Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist;

• Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down;

• Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows;

• Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows;

• Swing a baton in a striking technique;

• Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic;

• Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions;

• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment;

• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security;

• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury;

• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently;

• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations;

• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner;

• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed inmates ;

• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments;

• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings;

• Willing and able to travel;

• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule;

• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.

Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges.

The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.

APPEAL RIGHTS:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations(CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Supplemental Information

After submitting an application, you should receive an email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application.

Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily astime sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Department of Corrections employee or from this email address info@governmentjobs.com It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Megan Acuna atmegan.acuna@state.co.us.

SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Ana Anderson , at doc_employeerelations@state.co.us or call 719-226-4401 .

ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE.

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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From the following list, please select the job location(s) that you are willing and able to work (select all that apply). Please be aware that openings may not occur in all areas.

• Canon City

• Crowley County

• Denver

• Limon

• Pueblo

• Rifle

• Sterling

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  Are you at least 21 years old?

• Yes

• No

  03

  Although the entire pay range for this position is listed, the hiring rate for this position is $5675/month.

• I so acknowledge.

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  Did you upload a copy of your official or unofficial transcript as described in the 'Supplemental Information' section of the job announcement for this position? (Your transcript is required as verification that you meet the requirements).

• Yes

• No

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  You must possess and provide a copy of your applicable credential. One of these must be attached/uploaded to your application at the time it is submitted if you wish to be considered for this position. Failure to do so could result in your application not being accepted. Have you attached/uploaded one of the applicable credentials?

• Yes

• No

  06

  Do you possess current, valid licensure as a Teacher in another state? (If yes, a copy of your Teaching license to include the issuing state must be attached to your application for this position.)

• Yes

• No

• N/A

  07

  Important note for out of state applicants: If you are offered a State Teacher I position with the Colorado Department of Corrections, you must obtain the appropriate Colorado license prior to starting employment. This process could take several weeks (or more). Upon acceptance of the position, you would be expected to initiate the license application with the Colorado Department of Education immediately and provide regular status updates. Do you so acknowledge? See Colorado licensure links within this announcement.

• I so acknowledge

• N/A

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  By clicking below, you acknowledge that the selections process may consist primarily of a review of your application, documents submitted, supplemental questions against the minimum qualifications, required competencies and preferred qualifications. Your responses will also be evaluated on ability to follow instructions, clarity, conciseness, organization, grammar, spelling and word choice. Do you acknowledge this?

• I so acknowledge.

  09

  Are you willing to work in security posts or other locations in the facility as needed? (You WILL NOT CONTINUE in the assessment process if you are not willing to work in security posts or other locations as needed) Do you acknowledge this ?

• I so acknowledge

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  List your degrees and license(s). Describe in detail any additional education and/or training resulting in licenses, certificates, and or endorsements you have acquired beyond the degree and licenses; explain how each of those may pertain to the position for which you are applying.

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  Provide a detailed description of how you could enhance training for inmates who have limited or no knowledge of the subject matter.

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  Clearly describe why you are the best candidate for this position. Include how you meet the required competencies and preferred qualifications (mentioned in the job announcement) and how your accomplishments, qualifications, skills, areas of expertise, personal characteristics, etc., make you a good fit for this position.

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  Do you have experience working for a State of Colorado agency?

• No Experience

• 1-36 months experience

• 37-60 months experience

• 61-120 months experience

• 121-180 months experience

• 181+ months experience

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  The preferred qualifications for this job include the following. Please select all that apply:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

• Experience teaching and assessing high risk or incarcerated adults or youth

• None of the above

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  Certification and Confidentiality StatementI certify that: --I understand that this, my completed Application, the attached Supplemental Questions and my responses are confidential and that I have neither consulted with others nor received assistance in the writing or editing of my responses and the information contained herein was prepared and completed solely by me and only me. --All the information I have provided herein is true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and is made in good faith. --I have not communicated the confidential information of this, my Application and the attached Supplemental Questions in any way to other candidates or potential candidates. --I understand that if the confidential information in this, my Application and the attached Supplemental Questions and/or my responses, are found to have been falsified or shared in any way, I may be disqualified or removed from the position if appointed.

• I agree to the terms and conditions of this Certification and Confidentiality Statement.

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  By clicking below, you acknowledge that you have completed the application in its entirety, scanned and uploaded all required documents, and that failing to do so could result in your application not being accepted. Do you acknowledge this?

• I so acknowledge.

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