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CDOC State Teacher I - Foundations of Career and Technical Education

Colorado Department of Corrections
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State Teacher I - Foundations of Career and Technical Education Teacher (Buena Vista)

Salary: $5,962.00 - $9,541.00 Monthly

Closing Date: 5/21/2026 4:00 PM Mountain

Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

**We are pleased to share that the CDOC has collaborated with Fading West Development LLC(FWD) to assist our employees with housing in the Buena Vista Area. They are located in the Farm neighborhood near shopping, restaurants, a fitness center and work.*CDOC cannot guarantee housing, and does not operate the housing.

 

Description of Job

The position provides classroom and individualized instruction in Career and Technical Education in Construction to assist offenders in obtaining entry level marketable job skills and college course completions utilizing approved curriculum.

 Job Duties Include: 

  • Teach and mentor inmate students individually or in large and small group classrooms promoting occupational, academic and transitional performance skills;
  • Determine educational needs of inmate students to develop short and long term goals;
  • Plan course content and develop methods of instruction;
  • Develop and implement competency-based teaching aids such as instructional software, multimedia visual aids, or study materials;
  • Lecture on theories, concepts and terminology of customer service;
  • Select and administer appropriate performance assessments to inmate students in order to measure progress, course completion requirements, and to evaluate training/testing effectiveness;
  • Ensure security, safety, supervision and monitoring of inmate students in the proper use, storage and inventory of equipment tools, keys and hazardous materials in accordance with CDOC regulations;
  • Prepare reports and maintain records such as student grades, attendance rosters, and training activity details;
  • Observe and evaluate inmate students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement;
  • Document inmate achievements, competencies and contact hours towards completion of certificate requirements;
  • Provide oversight and coordination of Computer Based Testing lab and record security to include test proctoring of all computer based testing;
  • Justify accuracy and usage of budget requests;
  • Participate in conferences, seminars, and training sessions to keep abreast of developments in the field, and integrates relevant information into training programs;
  • Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with fellow teachers in a cooperative effort to promote mutual and continued guidance and improvements;
  • 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;
  • Maintain Colorado Community College credential;
  • Other duties as assigned. 

 *Safety & Security - This position maintains safety and security by training inmates, and will be required to work security posts, perform inmate counts, shakedowns, 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:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in business, customer service or a related field    ---AND---    the applicant must have completed 4,000 hours of *verifiable occupational experience in a construction industry related to the credential area within the last seven (7) years as per the requirements of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS).

There is no substitution for the completed 4,000 hours as referenced above. 


 

*Verifiable occupational experience includes occupations in the service industry to include, but not limited to: positions where the individual interfaces directly with clients/customers to provide services, resolve problems, connect people, and support positive experiences with a business. Examples include, but are not limited to: retail, front desk service, hospitality/host service, servers, banking, phone support, counseling, and/or advising.

--OR--

SUBSTITUTION #1:

In lieu of an Associate's Degree in a business/customer service industry or related field of study, applicant must possess a current State of Colorado, national, industry, military, or union license/certification as appropriate for a construction industry skill or related trade area   ---AND---    the applicant must have completed 4,000 hours verifiable occupational experience in a business/customer service industry related to the credential area within the last seven (7) years as per the requirements of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS).

--OR--

SUBSTITUTION #2:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in a business or customer service industry or related field of study    ---AND---    the applicant must have completed 2,000 hours of verifiable occupational experience in a construction industry related to the credential area within the last seven (7) years as per the requirements of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS).
 

Conditions of employment after meeting the minimum qualifications:

  • Must possess or obtain a CCCS post-secondary credential in the customer service field in compliance with the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) within six (6) months of date of hire.  
  • Must obtain a Colorado Community College Professional Teacher Credential within three (3) years of date of hire.
  • Must maintain a Colorado Community College Initial/Professional Teacher Credential through the duration of employment.

 

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

Read the entire job announcement and apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/5321144/cdoc-state-teacher-i-foundations-of-career-and-technical-education-teacher-bue