# Tasks & work activities — prison instructor

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 25-9031.00 (Instructional Coordinators) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 2359; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

## Task statements

- **[nan]** Adapt instructional content or delivery methods for different levels or types of learners.
- **[nan]** Analyze performance data to determine effectiveness of instructional systems, courses, or instructional materials.
- **[nan]** Assess effectiveness and efficiency of instruction according to ease of instructional technology use and student learning, knowledge transfer, and satisfaction.
- **[nan]** Conduct needs assessments and strategic learning assessments to develop the basis for curriculum development or to update curricula.
- **[nan]** Define instructional, learning, or performance objectives.
- **[nan]** Design instructional aids for stand-alone or instructor-led classroom or online use.
- **[nan]** Design learning products, including Web-based aids or electronic performance support systems.
- **[nan]** Develop instructional materials, such as lesson plans, handouts, or examinations.
- **[nan]** Develop master course documentation or manuals according to applicable accreditation, certification, or other requirements.
- **[nan]** Develop measurement tools to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction or training interventions.
- **[nan]** Edit instructional materials, such as books, simulation exercises, lesson plans, instructor guides, and tests.
- **[nan]** Interview subject-matter experts or conduct other research to develop instructional content.
- **[nan]** Present and make recommendations regarding course design, technology, and instruction delivery options.
- **[nan]** Provide analytical support for the design and development of training curricula, learning strategies, educational policies, or courseware standards.
- **[nan]** Recommend changes to curricula or delivery methods, based on information such as instructional effectiveness data, current or future performance requirements, feasibility, and costs.
- **[nan]** Research and evaluate emerging instructional technologies or methods.
- **[nan]** Teach instructors to use instructional technology or to integrate technology with teaching.
- **[Core]** Conduct or participate in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote the intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students.
- **[Core]** Plan and conduct teacher training programs and conferences dealing with new classroom procedures, instructional materials and equipment, and teaching aids.
- **[Core]** Advise teaching and administrative staff in curriculum development, use of materials and equipment, and implementation of state and federal programs and procedures.
- **[Core]** Recommend, order, or authorize purchase of instructional materials, supplies, equipment, and visual aids designed to meet student educational needs and district standards.
- **[Core]** Interpret and enforce provisions of state education codes and rules and regulations of state education boards.
- **[Core]** Research, evaluate, and prepare recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and materials for school systems.
- **[Core]** Observe work of teaching staff to evaluate performance and to recommend changes that could strengthen teaching skills.
- **[Supplemental]** Prepare grant proposals, budgets, and program policies and goals or assist in their preparation.
- **[Core]** Update the content of educational programs to ensure that students are being trained with equipment and processes that are technologically current.
- **[Core]** Address public audiences to explain program objectives and to elicit support.
- **[Core]** Advise and teach students.
- **[Supplemental]** Prepare or approve manuals, guidelines, and reports on state educational policies and practices for distribution to school districts.
- **[Supplemental]** Coordinate activities of workers engaged in cataloging, distributing, and maintaining educational materials and equipment in curriculum libraries and laboratories.

## Detailed work activities

- Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.
- Advise students on academic or career matters.
- Assess educational needs of students.
- Create technology-based learning materials.
- Develop instructional materials.
- Develop instructional objectives.
- Direct activities of subordinates.
- Edit documents.
- Enforce rules or policies governing student behavior.
- Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.
- Evaluate performance of educational staff.
- Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
- Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
- Organize informational materials.
- Promote educational institutions or programs.
- Research topics in area of expertise.
- Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
- Teach others to use technology or equipment.
- Train staff members.
- Write grant proposals.