Academic Instructor – Adult Education

About the role

The GEO Group is seeking an Academic Instructor to deliver adult basic education, English language development, and special education within a correctional setting. You will work directly with inmates/detainees, helping them improve reading, mathematics, language arts, and life‑skills competencies.

Key responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction in basic education subjects, career planning, and social adjustment.
• Teach conversational English and cultural concepts to learners with limited English proficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of testing, attendance, work assignments, and academic progress.
• Evaluate and track inmate/detainee academic performance.
• Offer individual tutoring and support as needed.
• Perform additional duties assigned by supervisors.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Eligibility to obtain a State of Florida Educator’s Certificate (or obtain within twelve months of hire).

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive benefits package including health, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) matching, flexible spending accounts, and health savings account.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid training.
• Tuition reimbursement, reduced tuition rates, and employee discounts.
• Disability, pet, and employee assistance programs.