NEOGOV · 1 month ago
CDOC State Teacher I - Part Time Machine Shop Instructor - Buena Vista
Chaffee County, CO
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$33.72/hr - $53.95/hr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a part-time Machine Shop Instructor for the Department of Corrections in Buena Vista, Colorado. This role involves providing vocational training in Machining and Fabrication to incarcerated students, ensuring they acquire marketable job skills while maintaining safety and security within the facility.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Teaches and mentors incarcerated students individually or in large and small group classrooms promoting occupational, academic and transitional performance skills
Determines educational needs of incarcerated students to develop short and long term goals
Plans course content and develops methods of instruction
Develops and implements competency-based teaching aids such as instructional software, multimedia visual aids, or study materials
Provides hands-on training to teach and demonstrate skills, techniques, methods and procedures
Lectures on Machining and Fabrication theories, concepts, principles, and terminology
Selects and administers appropriate oral, written and/or performance assessments to incarcerated students in order to measures progress, course completion requirements, and to evaluate training/testing effectiveness
Ensures security, supervision and monitoring of incarcerated students, the storage and inventory of tools, equipment, keys and hazardous material in accordance with CDOC regulations
Ensures tools and equipment are in proper working condition
Prepares reports and maintains records such as incarcerated student grades, attendance rosters, and training activity details
Observes and evaluates incarcerated student's work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement
Documents incarcerated student's vocational achievements, competencies and contact hours towards completion of certification requirements
Actively contributes to the safety and security of the facility through effective inmate management and promoting conflict resolution and solutions
Participates in conferences, seminars, and training sessions to keep abreast of developments in the field, and integrates relevant information into training programs
Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with fellow teachers in a cooperative effort to promote mutual and continued guidance and improvements
Encourages and promotes critical thinking, self-discipline and self-motivation for the incarcerated student population in order to provide the skills necessary to reintegrate into society
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in Machining Technology or related field of study AND the applicant must have completed 2,000 hours of occupational experience in the machining and fabrication industry related to the credential area within the last seven (7) years as per the requirements of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS)
In lieu of an Associate's Degree in Machining Technology or related field of study, the applicant must possess a current State of Colorado, national, industry, military, or union license/certification as appropriate for a machining and fabrication skill or related trade area AND the applicant must have completed 4,000 hours of occupational experience in the machining and fabrication industry related to the credential area within the last seven (7) years as per the requirements of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS)
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Machining Technology or related field of study AND the applicant must have completed 2,000 hours of occupational experience in the machining and fabrication industry related to the credential area within the last seven (7) years as per the requirements of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS)
Must possess or obtain a CCCS post-secondary credential in the Manufacturing Production and Repair field in compliance with the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) within six (6) months of date of hire
Must obtain a Colorado Community College Professional Teacher Credential within three (3) years of date of hire
Must maintain a Colorado Community College Professional Teacher Credential through the duration of employment
Must be 21 years of age
Possess a valid driver's license
Possess a high school diploma or GED
Have NO felony convictions
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position
Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training
Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security
Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner
Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders
Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
Willing and able to travel
Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule
TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong self motivation skills
Highly effective organizational skills
Compelling attention to details
Excellent customer service
Superb written and oral communications skills
Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Experience teaching or training in a construction industry field
Experience teaching or training adults
Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations
Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift
Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction
Ability to read and comprehend the English language
Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in a Machine Technology field
CCCS Credential in Manufacturing Production and Repair
Experience teaching or training in a correctional environment
Benefits
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Short and long term disability coverage
Paid life insurance
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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