Academic Teacher

Job Description

Opens in a new window Opens an external website Opens an external website in a new window This website utilizes technologies such as cookies to enable essential site functionality, as well as for analytics, personalization, and targeted advertising. Privacy Policy Accept Deny Non-Essential Manage Preferences Close Cookie Preferences For full functionality of this page it is necessary to enable JavaScript. Here are the instructions how to enable JavaScript in your web browser Academic Teacher | Mississippi State Government Jobs page has loaded. Academic Teacher | Mississippi State Government Jobs page has loaded. Skip to main content Click here or press any key to continue. Job Opportunities Menu Job Opportunities Sign In Saving... Account could not be created. Please fix the errors to continue. Sign In All fields are required Create an account Username or Email Password Sign In Forgot username | Reset password Sign in with GoogleSign in with Google. Opens in new tab Facebook Don't have an account? Create one. Already have an account? Sign In. User profile dropdown menu for Username Applications Inbox Profile Account Sign Out After clicking on this link you will be logged out and the page will be reloaded. Applications Inbox Profile Go to Background Investigation Account Sign Out After clicking on this link you will be logged out and the page will be reloaded. Welcome! Thanks for creating an account. Mississippi State Government Jobs powered by NEOGOV ® Academic Teacher Print Apply  Academic Teacher Salary $40,286.40 - $54,990.94 Annually Location 21 - GREENE COUNTY, MS Job Type Full-Time Job Number 9352-0556-20251231GEE Department 0556 - CORR-SOUTH MS CORRECTIONAL Opening Date 01/05/2026 Closing Date 1/16/2026 11:59 PM Central Agency Minimum Salary $40,286.40 Agency Maximum Salary $54,990.94 Preferred Qualifications Typically requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree and certification. About the Agency The Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) is a professional agency that adheres to the values of integrity, honesty and openness in all of its practices. MDOC actively recruits quality candidates who share in the vision that the safety of the public is of paramount importance and fundamental to the agency's mission. For more information, contact the Human Resources Department at smcipersonnel@mdoc.state.ms.us or via phone at 1-601-394-5600 ext. 1217. About the Position This position is Time Limited (NS-14) located in the Education Department at the South MS Correctional Institution in Leakesville MS. The position is responsible for instructing students, maintains student records, developing and implementing lesson plan, submits reports, and other duties as assigned. Academic Teaching professional position responsible for developing curriculum and lessons plans, and planning and implementing course content and methods to meet the needs of State facility clients. Employees at this level are accountable for classroom discipline and adhering to State and Federal testing guidelines and mandates. Employees may be accountable for accommodating IEPs for individuals with special needs. Employees are also accountable for preparing reports based on client attendance, performance, progress, and skills assimilation. Advanced degree Academic Teachers may be required to also serve as a school administrator. What you'll need to be Successful Must be able to abide by the MS State Personnel Board and MDOC rules, regulations and procedures governing the workplace. The ability to adapt quickly, be courteous, and maintain strict confidentiality. Description Benefits Questions Characteristics of Work See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classifications Minimum Qualifications Typically requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree and certification. Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits. Wellness BenefitsEmployees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible. Life InsuranceAll eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices. Optional InsurancesMany agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance. Flexible Spending AccountsMany state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes. Paid Personal Leave and Sick LeaveFul