Introduction
The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using cutting-edge research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
is currently accepting applications for Adult Basic Education Teacher
Current Vacancies Located At:
Fox Lake Correctional Institution (Fox Lake, Dodge County)
Green Bay Correctional Institution (Green Bay, Brown County)
Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution (Plymouth, Sheboygan)
Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (Milwaukee, Milwaukee County)
Racine Correctional Institution (Sturtevant, Racine County)
Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility (Racine, Racine County)
Redgranite Correctional Institution (Redgranite, Waushara County)
Taycheedah Correctional Institution (Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac County)
Waupun Correctional Institution (Waupun, Dodge County)
DOC is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
including (for full-time employees) a minimum of 3.5 weeks of combined vacation and personal holiday per year, 9 paid legal holidays, and up to 16.25 days of accrued sick time that can roll over from year to year. : Excellent and affordable health, vision, life, and dental insurance. An exceptional including a lifetime retirement payment. An optional tax-advantaged . DOC is a qualifying employer for the program. The helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives. : A free and confidential EAP offering employees and their immediate family/dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being. for a quick downloadable summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click to explore State of Wisconsin employment benefits on the website. To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator .
Position Summary
) to Persons in our Care (PIOCs) in order to meet their assessed individual academic needs.
This includes facilitating and managing a classroom, providing instruction, and developing/maintaining a competency-based curriculum.
This position will perform assessments and report on student progress. It will also monitor and manage student behavior, attend meetings, and work with other program areas as an inter-disciplinary team member.
Salary Information
This position is in pay schedule and range 13-04 with pay starting from $28.55/hour - $33.36/hour .
This position may receive supplemental (add-on) pay adjustments for additional credits relevant to the position that are over and above the credits needed for certification. This add-on ranges from $0.97/hour to $2.97/hour of additional pay, based on relevant credits and professional development actions, as allowed in Section A (4.12) of the .
Pay rates on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code.
Remote work options not available for these positions. This position is FLSA Exempt. A twelve-month probationary period is required.
These positions are year-round and generally schedules are daytime hours Monday – Friday.
Job Details
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting. The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Please find more on the Department of Corrections’ initiative.
For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the .
Qualifications
Applicants must meet at least one of the four criteria listed below in order to be eligible to move forward in the selection process :
1) Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Elementary Education or Special Education.
2) Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Secondary Education in the area of English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies
3) Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) with a major or minor in English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies
4) Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) with 15 combined semester credits in English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies.
In general, Health, Art, Music, or Physical Education coursework does not count as Math, Reading, English, Science, or Social Studies.
You must UPLOAD your Bachelor’s Degree transcripts with your application or you may substitute a copy of an active Teaching License issued by the State of Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.