Education & Training Instructor

The Education & Training Instructor at the East Mississippi Correctional Facility in Meridian, MS, provides academic instruction to inmates in accordance with approved curricula and compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives. The role involves planning and conducting classes in Adult Basic Education (ABE), General Education Development (GED), life skills, cultural awareness, and health education, while also preparing specialized teaching plans and utilizing appropriate audio and visual materials. The instructor is responsible for administering educational tests, counseling inmates on academic problems, and coordinating activities with school districts or other involved parties. The position requires a Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a related field, along with standard certification and licensure from the Mississippi Department of Education.