ACADEMIC TEACHER - Elko

Announcement Number: 47611 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 06/06/2024 Close Date: 07/08/2024 Recruiter:
JENNIFER KAUBLE
Phone: (775)684-0128
Email: jenniferkauble@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted for another 5 Days 18 Hrs 46 Mins
The Position

Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Division of Child and Family Services is seeking an Academic Teacher with a valid secondary teaching license with an endorsement in Math to work at Independence High School located on the campus of the Nevada Youth Training Center (NYTC) in Elko, NV.

NYTC is a 64-bed staff secure facility for male and female youth aged 12 to 18. Under the general direction of the Principal, Teachers assess student goals, and teach in areas in which they are certified. NYTC Teachers use a variety of approved methods of instruction to ensure a well-rounded learning experience in accordance with the state course of studies being assigned, to qualify students for a Nevada High School diploma. Curriculum includes remedial instruction and the teaching of higher order thinking skills using materials, methods and activities that contribute to the student's goals. Instructors have student assignments and appropriate materials organized to teach all classes assigned. Lesson plans and student assignments will be maintained and provided for individual work at least one week in advance. Quantity of work is based on the student's individual goals and needs. Instructors will report and document if a student is not achieving at a satisfactory rate, and continue ongoing evaluation of students who are two or more weeks behind in assignments or failing to work satisfactorily. This is a full-time position permanent position with an anticipated work schedule of 7 am - 6 pm, Monday - Thursday that includes a variable work agreement with overtime after 40 hours per week. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-5_0/

To Qualify:

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and completion of the requirements of the Nevada State Board of Education for a teacher's secondary license. Special Requirements Possession of a valid Nevada teacher's secondary license with an endorsement in the relevant field of teaching is required at the time of appointment. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, positions in this class have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. This position requires a State of Nevada/FBI background check, at the cost of the applicant. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204

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