Metal Working Occupations Teacher - Correction Education (Welding) - SCI Fayette

Are you ready to spark potential and equip individuals with the skills to build a better future? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette is looking for a dedicated and experienced Metal Working Occupations Teacher proficient in welding to join our incredible team. In this role, you will have the chance to provide vocational training to offenders, helping them to develop valuable job skills that can lead to employment opportunities upon release. This position is a great opportunity to be a catalyst for positive change in the lives of those you teach. Join a team dedicated to empowering individuals through the power of welding!

As a Metal Working Occupations Teacher, you will be responsible for providing inmates with the necessary training and skills for vocational trades, specifically in the field of welding. You will provide both theoretical and practical instruction, following the established National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) standards for welding. You will also be responsible for assessing the competency of individual students and issuing certificates accordingly. In addition, you will maintain an inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies, ensuring their security and proper maintenance. Any loss of equipment or supplies must be reported immediately. Furthermore, you will assist with the implementation and enforcement of all policies and regulations within the institution, including those related to conduct and behavior in the classroom. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that all students adhere to the rules and polices in place, promoting a safe and respectful learning environment for all.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Education equivalent to high school graduation and two years wage earning experience beyond the completed apprenticeship period in the specified parenthetical; or
• If there is no approved apprenticeship period for the specified parenthetical, education equivalent to high school graduation and three years of wage earning experience in the specified parenthetical.
• Please Note: The specified parenthetical for this posting is Welding. The specific apprenticeship period for this parenthetical is 3 years.

Special Requirements:

• You must be in possession of or have eligibility for a current Pennsylvania Department of Education Vocational Certificate I or II for the specified parenthetical; or
• You must be in possession of or have eligibility for a current Pennsylvania Department of Education Vocational Intern Certificate for the specified parenthetical; or
• You must have eligibility for a Pennsylvania Department of Education Emergency Certificate for the specified parenthetical.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of the training academy in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.