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Service Occupations Teacher - Correction Education (Optical Assistance / Eyeglass Preparation)

Salary

$63,053.00 - $109,296.00 Annually

Location

Delaware County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-22479-2407C

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR CHS Ed

Opening Date

04/30/2025

Closing Date

5/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

2407C

Position Number

00266600

Union

CIVEA

Bargaining Unit

E4

Pay Group

ED01

Bureau / Division Code

00112240

Bureau / Division

SCI Chester

Worksite Address

500 East 4th Street

City

Chester, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19013

Contact Name

James Torres

Contact Phone

717.705.4512

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you looking to make a career move with a rewarding public service opportunity? Do you want to share your knowledge of optical services with inmates learning valuable job skills? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Chester is seeking a highly motivated Optical Assistant to join our team! If you want to support our mission to reduce criminal behavior by providing individualized treatment and education to offenders, resulting in successful community reintegration through accountability and positive change, then we encourage you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Service Occupations Teacher (Optical Assistant), you will provide vocational instruction in eye glass preparation to inmate students at SCI Chester. You will evaluate inmate potential for consideration and placement in the program curriculum and adapt materials to meet the needs of students. You will provide classroom and shop instruction, assign and evaluate homework, develop and administer tests, and provide a final evaluation for each enrolled student. This role requires effective communication and the ability to establish an environment that fosters inmate learning of theories and job skills necessary for the optical services trade. In addition, you will also monitor inmate behavior, establish classroom rules and procedures, and discipline disruptive students by taking appropriate corrective action including proper documentation of actions.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00266600) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment, 40 hours per week

+ Work hours are 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.

+ Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Education equivalent to high school graduation and two years wage earning experience beyond the completed apprenticeship period in the specified parenthetical; or

+ If there is no approved apprenticeship period for the specified parenthetical, education equivalent to high school graduation and three years of wage earning experience in the specified parenthetical.

+ Please Note: The specified parenthetical for this position is Optical Assistant/Eye Glass Preparation. The specific apprenticeship period for this parenthetical is 3 years.

Special Requirements:

+ You must be in p ossession of or have eligibility for a current Pennsylvania Department of Education Vocational Certificate 1 or 2 for the specified parenthetical; or

+ You must be in p ossession of or have eligibility for a current Pennsylvania Department of Education Vocational Intern Certificate for the specified parenthetical; or

+ You must have e ligibility for a Pennsylvania Department of Education Emergency Certificate for the specified parenthetical.

Other Requirements:

+ Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

+ You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:

+ your score may be lower than deserved.

+ you may be disqualified.

+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

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See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Have you completed an apprenticeship program for Optical Assistant/Eye Glass Preparation?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered "Yes", please list where you completed this apprenticeship and the specific duties in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

How much full-time experience in Optical Assistant/Eye Glass Preparation do you possess?

+ 3 years or more

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ None

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

06

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - MAINTAIN DISCIPLINE AND SECURITY WITHIN THE CLASSROOM/SHOP

Maintain discipline and security of inmate students while in the classroom or shop which includes establishing and enforcing rules through praise, exhibition of proper social behavior, or discipline. Maintain security of books, supplies, tools, equipment, and materials in accordance with Department of Corrections (DOC) policies and procedures.

Levels of Performance

Select the “Level of Performance” which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience maintaining discipline and security of INMATE students while in the classroom and maintaining security of books, supplies, tools, equipment, or materials.

+ B. I have experience maintaining discipline and security of students while in the classroom and maintaining security of books, supplies, tools, equipment, or materials. This was in a RESTRICTIVE/SECURE setting but NOT related to inmate students.

+ C. I have experience maintaining discipline and security of students while in the classroom and maintaining security of books, supplies, tools, equipment or materials. This was in a NON-RESTRICTIVE/NON-SECURE setting.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to classroom management or education.

+ E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

07

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience maintaining discipline and security or maintaining security of supplies and the setting.

+ Your level of responsibility.

08

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

09

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PLAN AND OUTLINE CLASSWORK

Develop opticianry curriculum, course outlines, lesson plans, and instructional plans for individuals or a class of inmate students that will achieve the instructional objectives and program goals and meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of inmate students.

Levels of Performance

Select the “Level of Performance” which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience developing OPTICIANRY curriculum, course outlines, lesson plans, and instructional plans for individuals or a class of students that achieve the instructional objectives and program goals and meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of students.

+ B. I have experience developing curriculum, course outlines, lesson plans, and instructional plans for individuals or a class of students that achieve the instructional objectives and program goals and meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of students. This was NOT related to opticianry.

+ C. I have experience developing curriculum, course outlines, lesson plans, OR instructional plans for individuals or a class of students that achieve the instructional objectives and program goals and meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of students.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to curriculum and instruction or curriculum design.

+ E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

10

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience developing curriculum, course outlines, lesson plans, and the setting.

+ Your level of responsibility.

11

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

12

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - EVALUATE STUDENT PROGRESS

Evaluate student progress using both formal and informal methods such as administering competency based, standardized and teacher-constructed tests; correct and grade tests and homework assignments; and maintain associated records, forms, and reports documenting student performance.

Levels of Performance

Select the “Level of Performance” which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience evaluating student progress using both formal and informal methods; correcting and grading tests and homework assignments; AND maintaining associated records, forms, and reports documenting student performance.

+ B. I have experience evaluating student progress using both formal and informal methods, correcting and grading tests and homework assignments, OR maintaining associated records, forms, and reports documenting student performance.

+ C. I have experience maintaining records, forms, or reports to document performance other than student learning.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to course level assessment or evaluating student learning.

+ E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

13

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience evaluating student progress, correcting and grading tests and homework, or maintaining records and the subject matter.

+ Your level of responsibility.

14

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

15

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – SELECT AND EMPLOY A VARIETY OF TEACHING TECHNIQUES

Instruct inmate students in a classroom/shop and/or individually in optical assistant eyeglass preparation subject areas such as optical tools and instruments, surfacing, finishing and dispensing of eyeglasses using a variety of basic instructional techniques, approaches and strategies necessary to achieve program goals and objectives.

Levels of Performance

Select the “Level of Performance” which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience using a variety of basic instructional techniques, approaches, and strategies, including demonstration and guided/independence practice, necessary to achieve program goals and objectives instructing students in a classroom/shop and/or individually in OPTICAL ASSISTANT EYEGLASS PREPARATION subject areas.

+ B. I have experience using a variety of basic instructional techniques, approaches, and strategies, including demonstration and guided/independence practice, necessary to achieve program goals and objectives instructing students in a classroom/shop and/or individually in subject areas other than optical.

+ C. I have experience instructing students in a classroom/shop and/or individually using a variety of basic instructional techniques, approaches, and strategies necessary to achieve program goals and objectives. This did NOT include demonstration and guided/independence practice.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to teaching and learning techniques.

+ E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

16

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience instructing students, the technique(s) you used, and the subject matter. Specify whether you used demonstration and practice.

+ Your level of responsibility.

17

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov