PHYSICAL EDUCATION / HEALTH TEACHER
PINE HILLS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY
MILES CITY, MT
MISSION - Montana Department of Corrections is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment.
If you want to work making positive changes in the community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!
JOB OVERVIEW – Pine Hills Correctional Facility (PHCF) is the state correctional treatment facility for adolescent and young adult males committed to the Department of Corrections by the court. PHCF provides clinical, nursing, education, recreation, group living and other services to treat the emotional, social and educational needs of these males.
This position is part of an exceptional educational team that focuses on physical education (PE) and health education using a variety of hands on learning methods focused on the learning styles of the populations we serve. The incumbent will deliver PE/Health education through classroom facilitation using a combination of verbal, written and practical exercises to engage students. The incumbent will have access to a gymnasium, outdoor track and field, as well as a classroom.
This position is part of an education team that travels to a variety of national educational conferences including the Innovative Schools Summit, Teacher Educator for Children with Behavior Disorders, the Learning and the Brain conference, and the National Special Education Conference. Pine Hills School has been an active part of the Social Emotional Learning pilot program through the University of Alabama.
QUALIFICATIONS – This position requires a bachelor’s degree in Education with two years job-related experience preferred. Must be a State of Montana certified secondary teacher with a PE/Health endorsement. Experience in a correctional environment is highly desired.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – Resume, State of Montana Application
Applications missing required documentation will not be considered.
Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position.
BENEFITS - Health, dental, vision & prescription coverage for self or dependents available from date of hire, 15 paid vacation days, 12 sick days & 10-11 paid holidays annually, and membership in Retirement system with state contribution (vesting applies). Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.
For more information http://statecareers.mt.gov/Portals/103/StatewideBenefitsFlyer.pdf
NOTICES
Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 - Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or is the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.
Tobacco Free - Use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes in Department of Corrections buildings, is prohibited. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is also prohibited.
The Montana Department of Corrections is an EOE/M/F/D/V/SO (Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority, Female, Disabled, Veteran, Sexual Orientation).
