Juvenile Detention Center Teacher Job Description
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and adaptable teacher to deliver academic instruction to youth housed in the Woodward County Detention Center, using a structured, online curriculum. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to educational equity and rehabilitation, and be capable of fostering a positive learning environment that supports academic growth, personal development, and social-emotional learning.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver and manage instruction using an approved online learning platform aligned with state and local education standards
- Facilitate student engagement with curriculum through direct support, one-on-one assistance, and small group instruction when appropriate.
- Monitor student progress and performance through the online system, providing feedback, academic support, and encouragement.
- Collaborate with detention center staff, counselors, and administrators to support student development and ensure student safety.
- Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, grades, and progress in accordance with facility and district policies.
- Uphold a trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach to teaching incarcerated youth.
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Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
- Valid Oklahoma teaching certification.
- Technological proficiency to apply to online learning curriculum and digital classroom tools.
- Excellent communication, patience, and classroom management skills.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with at-risk youth, alternative education, or correctional educational settings.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed teaching practices and restorative justice principles.
- Experience delivering online curriculum in an asynchronous or blended model.
- Familiarity with the juvenile justice system and re-entry support strategies.
- Bilingual would be a plus.
Working Conditions:
- Position is based within a secure juvenile facility.
- Requires daily interaction with youth in custody, security personnel, and multidisciplinary staff.
- MAy include physical demands such as walking between units and standing for extended periods of time.
- Adherence to strict security and confidentiality is required.
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Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and district certified staff guidelines.
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision plans available).
- Professional development and ongoing training provided.
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