About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

Confidential Client is seeking a full-time State Teacher I — Computer Information Technology to deliver entry-level career and technical Computer Information Systems (CIS) instruction in a correctional education setting at a facility in Denver, CO. This role follows Colorado Community College System (CCCS) credentialing requirements and supports inmate students in gaining marketable IT skills.

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Compensation & benefits

• Salary range: $6,022–$9,636 per month (approx. $72,264–$115,632 annually)
• Bi-weekly pay cycle
• Retirement benefits (PERA and contribution plans), medical/dental, short- and long-term disability, paid life insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement, training and professional development opportunities
• Additional public-sector benefits as offered by our client

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What you’ll do (Key responsibilities)

• Teach and mentor inmate students individually and in group classrooms to build academic and technical skills in computer information technology.
• Assess student needs and develop short- and long-term instructional goals.
• Design and implement competency-based teaching aids (instructional software, multimedia, and study materials).
• Deliver lectures on IT theories, concepts and terminology.
• Create and administer performance assessments; track grades, attendance and training hours.
• Observe and evaluate student work, provide constructive feedback, and document achievements toward certificate requirements.
• Prepare reports and justify budget requests related to the instructional program.
• Participate in professional development, conferences, and training to keep curriculum current.
• Collaborate with fellow instructors to improve programs and maintain teaching standards.
• Promote facility safety and security through effective classroom management and conflict resolution in a correctional environment.
• Maintain required CCCS/Colorado teaching credentials and comply with facility rules and regulations.

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Minimum qualifications & substitutions

Candidates must meet one of the following CCCS credentialing paths:

• Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s Degree in Information Technology (or related field) AND 4,000 hours of verifiable IT occupational experience within the last 7 years. (No substitution for the 4,000 hours.)

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• Possess a current State of Colorado, national, industry, military, or union license/certification appropriate for the IT skill area AND 4,000 hours of verifiable related IT experience within the last 7 years.

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• Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology (or related field) AND 2,000 hours of verifiable IT occupational experience within the last 7 years. (No substitution for the 2,000 hours.)

Out-of-state applicants: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree in an education-related field and possession of the appropriate educator license for your state. Out-of-state hires may be issued temporary credentials and are expected to obtain Colorado credentials within one year.

Required documentation at application: transcripts and any license/certification copies. Transcripts from non-U.S. schools must include a NACES evaluation.

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Required competencies & skills

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong self-motivation, organization and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication in English
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content following plain-language and accessibility guidelines
• Emotional resilience and ability to work in high-stress correctional settings
• Observational awareness and commitment to facility safety and security

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Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT field
• CCCS credential in Information Technology
• Cisco teaching certifications (ICND 1 & 2, CCENT)
• Prior teaching or training experience in a correctional environment

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Working conditions & additional requirements

• This position operates in a correctional facility; candidates must be 21+ and pass a background investigation and drug screening.
• Must successfully complete a multi-module Basic Training program (including Defensive Tactics) and meet physical requirements (e.g., lift, mobility, controlled restraint skills).
• Must have valid U.S. work authorization at time of application; H-1B sponsorship is not available.
• Must possess or secure a valid driver’s license as required by facility policies.
• No felony convictions that would disqualify contact with offenders (see more specific restrictions in the full job rules).
• Willingness to work varied shifts (days, afternoons, nights) and to travel as needed.

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Why join (summary)

• Work that directly supports skills development and rehabilitation in a public-sector correctional education program.
• Competitive government benefits and professional development aligned with CCCS standards.
• Opportunity to shape curriculum and help students earn nationally recognized credentials.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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