Qualifications
Minimum Qualification
- Requires possession of a current, valid Educator License with Stipulations issued by Illinois State Board of Education ISBE appropriately endorsed for Career Technical Educator and each grade level, content area and instructional area approved and assigned to work
Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)
- Prefers at least 2 years of experience implementing practices, methods, tools, and materials of one of the trades commonly taught in career and technical education.
- Prefers at least 2 years of experience implementing and creating classroom procedures and techniques for instructing students.
- Prefers at least 2 years of experience communicating with, and teaching, individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities.
- Prefers at least 2 years of experience working with at risk individuals with a wide range of behavior.
- Prefers at least 1 year of previous experience maintaining discipline, safety, and an effective learning environment with at risk youth.
- Prefers at least 1 year of previous experience utilizing tools, materials and equipment associated with the trade.
- Prefers at least 1 year of experience instructing students in the proper, safe, and skillful use of provided tools, materials, and equipment.
- Prefers at least 1 year of previous professional working experience preparing reports.
- Prefers at least 1 year of previous working experience evaluating training progress using suitable performance measures.
- Prefers previous experience maintaining effective relationships between at risk individuals, staff, and families.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to pass an IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires the ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee regardless of position held is prohibited.
- Requires the aility to use the English language in preparing and delivering instructions.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
Salary/Benefits
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Monday - Friday)
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,342/month (step 1b); Full Salary Range: $5,342 - $7,452/month
Benefits
The Department of Juvenile Justice offers an excellent benefits package including:
- Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Paid parental leave
- Pre-tax benefits programs including but not limited to: Deferred Compensation, Medical, Daycare, etc.
- Employees earn twelve (12) paid Sick Days annually
- New Employees earn ten (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to twenty-five (25) paid Vacation Days annually (based on years of service)
- Employees earn three (3) paid Personal Days annually (pro-rated based on start date)
- Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
- Flexible work schedules in many program areas (remote work may be an option for certain positions)
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
Additional Notes
About the Agency:
The mission of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is to build youth skills and strengthen families by promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes. Over 900 staff members from across various departments—security, programming, education, mental health, and more—collaborate with the understanding that youth are physically, emotionally, and cognitively different from adults. The department provides extensive services to young people through a developmental, treatment-focused model of care that builds youth resiliency, engages families, and promotes community safety at the five youth facilities it operates across the state. IDJJ serves and houses approximately 150 youth and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on Aftercare in various Illinois’ communities.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
How to Apply
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.