Pay: $36.05 per hour

Work schedule: Full-time, day shift

Benefit package includes:

Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits  Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)  Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits  401(k) Retirement Plan  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  Paid Time Off (PTO)  Paid Holidays 

Lead with Compassion in a Unique Setting - Take on a rewarding role at the Otero County Prison Facility in Chaparral, New Mexico. We are seeking professionals who thrive in diverse environments and are committed to delivering high-quality care to underserved populations. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in correctional academic training programs, we want you on our team!

What you’ll do: You’ll be responsible for providing instruction to inmates/detainees in accordance with the approved curricula. Provides inmates with basic direction in compliance with MTC and customer directives.

Essential Functions:

Plan and conduct classes for inmates in life skills, cultural awareness, health education and special curriculum and other selected subjects.  Prepare special teaching plans, courses, activities and learning experiences appropriate for the specific inmates assigned.  Utilize appropriate audio, visual and computer teaching materials individualized to the specific need of the inmate.  Deliver individualized competency-based instruction through classroom and in the occupational program areas taught to inmates.  Develop performance objectives and criterion-referenced tests in accordance with established program content.  Review, select and adapt instructional materials to help individuals reach mastery of the competencies required for entry, advancement and upgrading occupations.  Plan activities to efficiently initiate budget requests to ensure that all equipment, supplies and materials are available to support a progressive training schedule.  Monitor motivation, discipline, and learning difficulties to bring about positive changes in the behavior of inmates.  Evaluate and maintain records of the inmate’s progress towards completion of pre-stated performance objectives.  Execute all applicable forms to adhere to facility procedures.  Assist inmates obtain a high school equivalency or a higher education.  Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.  Maintain accountability of staff, inmates/detainees and property; adhere to safety practices. 

It is expected the incumbent will perform other duties as assigned within his/her scope of work as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree, English as a Second Language (ESL) and special education certifications required if instructing in these areas. One (1) year related experience preferred. Bi-lingual preferred. Valid driver’s license in the state of New Mexico or Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management. 

Why: Make a real difference every day by helping to change lives. 

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.