About this Job

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services www.doc.louisiana.gov

LOUISIANA STATE PENITENTIARY

Angola, LA

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.

Louisiana State Penitentiary is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated Teacher to join our education team in a maximum-security correctional setting. This position provides meaningful academic instruction designed to strengthen literacy, mathematics, critical-thinking, and workforce-readiness skills. The Teacher will help students work toward educational goals, prepare for recognized credentials, and develop the knowledge and confidence needed for personal growth and future success.

Build a rewarding career in an environment where education can make a lasting impact. Work as part of a professional team while maintaining a structured, safe, and secure classroom environment and supporting positive behavior, accountability, and continued learning.

Why work for DOC?

• Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
• Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
• Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

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JOB DUTIES:

• Provide quality academic instruction that helps incarcerated individuals improve literacy, math, and overall educational skills.
• Support GED/HiSET and educational attainment by preparing students to earn recognized credentials and continue their education.
• Promote positive behavior and personal development through structured learning, accountability, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and controlled classroom environment while following all institutional security procedures and requirements.
• Prepare students for successful reentry and future employment by building practical skills, work readiness, confidence, and opportunities for continued learning.

-Will work with adult male inmates of all custody levels - minimum, medium, maximum (death row) and protective custody.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: UNCLASSIFIED SALARY WILL BE BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS

For further information about this vacancy contact: Chassity Rheams Human Resources Department Chassity.Rheams@la.gov Ph: (225) 655-2056 Fax: (225) 342-5968