Denison Job Corps | Denison, IA

Salary: $50,000/year

BrightBee + Denison Job Corps Partnership

BrightBee is the staffing partner supporting Denison Job Corps by Eckerd Connects in identifying top instructional talent. We conduct initial phone interviews to align on experience, expectations, and mission fit. Qualified candidates are then introduced directly to the Denison site team for:

• Onsite interview

• Mock lesson demonstration

• Final offer conversations

Think of BrightBee as your guide and advocate throughout the process — from first conversation through final decision.

Make More Than a Living. Make a Difference.

Working with us takes a certain kind of person. We’re looking for educators who align with strong values, believe in structure and accountability, and are willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. Our team is passionate about serving students who are working toward a second chance — and we take that responsibility seriously.

Position Summary

The Academic Instructor – Reading/ELA delivers English Language Arts instruction in a structured classroom setting. This role focuses on strengthening reading comprehension, writing skills, grammar, communication, and critical thinking aligned to high school diploma or equivalency standards.

The instructor creates a positive, disciplined environment that supports student growth, academic recovery, and long-term career readiness.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver structured Reading/ELA instruction (literacy, writing, comprehension, grammar, communication).

• Promote a positive classroom atmosphere that maximizes engagement and motivation.

• Maintain strong classroom management to ensure focused, effective instruction.

• Build strong student–teacher rapport grounded in consistency and high expectations.

• Utilize available curriculum resources and instructional supports.

• Maintain student personnel folders and academic documentation.

• Record and forward daily attendance to the Student Records department.

• Support students in achieving measurable literacy gains and credential completion.

Qualifications

• Certified to teach in the state of Iowa (required).

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record (preferred).

• Must pass a drug screen in compliance with Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

• This position is classified as safety-sensitive and requires pre-employment drug/alcohol testing consistent with state law and organizational policy.

Our Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 19 Paid Time Off days in the first year

• Paid holidays

• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability

• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary term life insurance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

• PTO Exchange

About the Program

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16–24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Program Location:

Denison Job Corps

10 Opportunity Dr.

Denison, IA 51442