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VACANCY NOTICE
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the post of REMEDIAL TEACHER, DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS and NATIONAL SECURITY (CORRECTIONS).
RESPONSIBILITIES AND RELATIONSHIPS
- To deliver instructional programmes for the academic advancement of students, in alignment with reclamation strategies; participate in the identification of learning needs; planning, design and execution of lessons; and curriculum development and revision; and monitoring and evaluating progress, to foster a learning environment that supports capacity building and engender knowledge and skill acquisition.
- Responds to the Director of Correction, Deputy Director of Corrections and Assistant Director of Corrections, and liaises with social and educational organisations and other key external stakeholders on matters relating to work in progress.
DUTIES AND TASKS
- Contributes to the identification, design and implementation of learning programmes, by conducting research and analysis, applying instructional methodologies, techniques and technologies, preparing relevant documents and executing approved lesson plans, to promote the academic advancement of inmates, in alignment with reclamation strategies.
- Conducts assessments of learning needs by administering pre-approved tests, conducting interviews and surveys, and consulting with stakeholders, to provide recommendations for effective curriculum development that foster positive learning outcomes towards the attainment of educational goals.
- Provides community and individual-based instruction, through the formulation of lesson plans; and delivery of learning programmes/activities, utilising approved learning materials, technologies and teaching methods including lectures, discussions and demonstrations, to promote effective learning and advancement, in alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Supports control measures by enforcing administrative rules and policies during classroom/learning sessions, using established methods, and monitoring classroom activities/behaviors, to enable/manage discipline, permit a conducive learning environment and foster adherence to established standards.
- Participates in academic evaluation activities by conducting research; assisting in the development and administration of assessment tools; maintaining effective records and providing recommendations for the modification/improvement of the curriculum, to determine programme progress and aid decision making towards the achievement of strategic objectives.
- Assesses the performance of students, by utilising established tools and methodologies, reviewing academic records and other relevant documentation and consulting with team members, to determine the progress of students and the achievement of learning outcomes.
- Establishes linkages with relevant stakeholders through collaboration and networking at the local, regional and international levels, to enable information sharing, knowledge transfers and the identification of requisite resources to fulfil the mandate of the department.
- Maintains proficient records management systems, in accordance with standard operating procedures, to ensure the retention and accessibility of data that serve the information needs of stakeholders, enable reporting obligations and promote accountability and transparency.
- Responds to inquiries and/or complaints from internal and external customers in accordance with standard operating procedures; and maintains an issues log, to facilitate excellent service delivery and maximise customer satisfaction.
- Prepares status reports on work plans in accordance with standard operating procedures, to allow for a review of set targets and objectives, facilitate decision-making and promote accountability.
- Performs any other job-related duties as may be assigned.
CONDITIONS
- Congenial accommodation is provided within a general administrative office.
- Institutional support is provided through the Constitution of Saint Lucia, civil service rules and regulations, standard operating procedures, Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, Correctional Services Act 2003, Finance (Administration) Act and attendant regulations and other relevant policy documents.
- Opportunities exist for personal development through established orientation and training programmes, as outlined in the Training and Development Policy for the Saint Lucia Public Service.
- May be required to work beyond the normal working hours.
- Required to work in a correctional environment/setting.
- Required to remain current on practices and developments in learning and teaching plans, tools, methodologies and technologies.
- Required to demonstrate political acuity.
- Required to maintain integrity, confidentiality and professionalism in the conduct of duties.
- Required to be punctual and present for work, meetings and other official appointments and activities.
- May be required to travel regionally and internationally in the conduct of duties.
- Salary and benefits are in accordance with that stipulated in the terms and conditions of employment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Advanced knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply instructional theories, methods and techniques, including curriculum design and review.
- Intermediate knowledge of the structure of the public service and ability to interpret and apply its administrative policies and procedures.
- Intermediate knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply the provisions of the Constitution of Saint Lucia, civil service rules and regulations, standard operating procedures, Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, Correctional Services Act
2003, Finance (Administration) Act and attendant regulations and other relevant policy documents.
- Advanced oral and written communication, listening and presentation skills.
- Intermediate problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Intermediate analytical and conceptualisation skills.
- Intermediate interpersonal skills with the ability to display emotional intelligence.
- Intermediate negotiation and mediation skills.
- Intermediate organisational skills.
- Intermediate computer literacy skills; with the ability to manipulate software applications such as word processing, databases, spreadsheets, presentation programmes and education information systems designed to capture student records.
- Ability to effectively develop and maintain working relationships with team members and other stakeholders.
- Ability to manage time, meet deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
- Ability to adapt to organisational change.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply instructional theories, methods and techniques, including curriculum design and review.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the structure of the public service and ability to interpret and apply its administrative policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply the provisions of the Constitution of Saint Lucia, civil service rules and regulations, standard operating procedures, Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, Correctional Services Act 2003, Finance (Administration) Act and attendant regulations and other relevant policy documents.
- Demonstrated effectiveness of oral and written communication, listening and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated analytical and conceptualisation skills.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
- Demonstrated negotiation and mediation skills.
- Demonstrated organisational skills.
- Demonstrated computer literacy skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively develop and maintain working relationships with team members and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time, meet deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain integrity, confidentiality and professionalism in the conduct of duties.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and judgment in the execution of duties.
- Demonstrated ability to complete assignments and tasks as defined by performance targets.
- Demonstrated ability to remain current on practices and developments in learning and teaching plans, tools, methodologies and technologies.
- Demonstrated political acuity.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and submit reports that meet established standards.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to organisational change.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field of study, with no previous civil service experience; OR
- Diploma in Education or related field of study, from an accredited university with three (3) years civil service experience; or three (3) years relevant professional experience; OR
3. Diploma in Education or related field of study, from the University of Technology (UTech), Jamaica with at least six (6) years’ experience in a post at Grade 7 or above; or at least six (6) years relevant professional experience; OR
- Certificate in Education or related field of study, from an accredited university plus six (6) years’ experience in a post at Grade 7 or above; or six (6) years relevant professional experience; OR
- Diploma in Education or related field of study, from Sir Arthur Lewis Community College with at least nine (9) years civil service experience; or at least nine (9) years relevant professional experience; OR
- Two A ‘Levels plus Level Examinations plus eleven (11) years civil service experience; or eleven (11) years relevant professional experience; OR
7. Five GCE/CXC passes plus Level Examinations, plus eleven (11) years civil service experience; or eleven (11) years relevant professional experience.
SALARY
Salary is at the rate of EC$46,761.82 per annum (Grade 10 Step 1).
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should be made on the prescribed Government of Saint Lucia Employment Application Form and should be accompanied by certified copies of documents pertaining to qualifications, two (2) recent references and one (1) passport size photograph along with other specified requirements.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Secretary
Public Service Commission
Sir Stanislaus James Building
The Waterfront
Castries, St. Lucia
Applications should reach the address no later than August 08, 2021.
Only suitable candidates will be acknowledged.
Please be advised that only the candidates with the best qualifications and experience will be short-listed for interviews. Therefore, candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and experience may not be considered for an interview.
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