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9/20/2019 - Teacher, Penal Institution - County Jail

Teacher, Penal Institution
Cumberland County Jail
Salary: $21.12 per hour


Duties: Under direction, provides instruction on the elementary and/or secondary level in order to further the education of inmates for the purpose of preparing them for a high school equivalency examination; prepares study program in accordance with a standard high school or elementary curriculum; prepares periodic examinations or programs designed to measure inmates’ scholastic knowledge and reading ability; gives remedial reading and/or other instruction to participants to determine their scholastic standing and assigns them to appropriate classes; provides counsel and advice to inmates on programs related to education and vocational goals; does related work as required.

Requirements: Possession of a teacher’s certificate or eligibility for certification as a teacher in the State of New Jersey.

Ability to speak Spanish fluently. This teaching position will consist primarily of ESL studies.

Ability to organize assigned work and develop effective work methods. Ability to observe and report conditions of inmates.

Ability to establish and maintain records and files.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 20-29 hours per week

Note: Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of physical fitness screening and criminal background checks. Permanent appointment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable Civil Service processes and requirements.

Applicants shall submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three references to:

Brittany Wiita, Personnel Confidential Assistant
Brittanywi@co.cumberland.nj.us or fax to (856) 453-0361

Application Deadline: October 1, 2019



The County of Cumberland is an Equal Opportunity Employer Striving for Diversity in the Workplace.


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164 W. Broad St., Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Phone: (856) 453-2125