Vocational Instructor - Carpentry

Description

In this role, you will facilitate vocational learning for incarcerated individuals, helping them acquire skills that support successful reentry. The position supports CoreCivic’s mission to serve communities and improve outcomes for the people we serve.

• Deliver vocational instruction in subjects such as business, technology, carpentry, plumbing, and related trades.
• Prepare course objectives and develop individualized study programs aligned with curriculum standards and contract requirements.
• Use handouts, textbooks, audiovisual aids, and other materials to facilitate learning.
• Assess student performance, generate progress reports, and provide remedial instruction when needed.
• Maintain required agency credentials throughout employment.

Requirements

Candidates must meet basic educational and experience requirements, maintain required certifications, and comply with CoreCivic’s drug‑free and equal‑opportunity policies.

• Hold a high school diploma/GED and at least three years of full‑time trade or teaching experience.
• Possess or be eligible for required trade certifications, licenses, or credentials.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• For computer or horticulture instruction, a bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Benefits

$19.92 per hour. At CoreCivic, employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high professionalism, and a commitment to the public good. We are looking for a Vocational Instructor who wants to make a positive impact within a secure institutional environment.

• Work in a drug‑free environment; CoreCivic is an EOE including disability/veteran.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance