Adjunct Faculty, Prison Education Program

Lewis University; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 1,500 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

Lewis University in Romeoville, IL invites applications for Adjunct Faculty in the Prison Education Program. The role involves teaching and providing classroom support to incarcerated students.

Teach 1–2 courses per semester (8-week sessions), meet twice weekly during daytime hours, and travel 9am–3pm to Sheridan, Kewanee, and Logan Correctional Center with mileage reimbursement. Qualifications include a Master’s degree, strong communication skills, and completing background checks for

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Background check for IDOC required.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1–2 courses per semester (8‑week accelerated) meeting twice weekly during daytime hours.
• Travel for in‑person instruction 9am–3pm, 1–2 times per week to Sheridan, Kewanee, and/or Logan Correctional Center; mileage reimbursed.
• Prepare course materials, syllabus and update Blackboard LMS shells as needed.
• Participate in required trainings and certifications.
• Serve as a model of professionalism and provide support for students in the teaching‑learning environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Masters degree

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Prison Education Program

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Job Description Summary

Under the supervision of the academic department in conjunction with the Director of Prison Education, the adjunct faculty member will provide high quality teaching and classroom support for students in the Prison Education Program.

Responsibilities

Responsible to model the University mission through dedicated job performance, service excellence to constituencies, respectful collaboration and active support of the University’s Mission and Catholic and Lasallian higher education.

• -Teach one or more classes in discipline of expertise. Usually 1-2 courses per semester. Courses are 8 week accelerated and typically meet twice per week during day time hours.
• -Available to travel for in-person instruction between 9am-3pm, 1-2 times per week to Sheridan, Kewanee, and/or Logan Correctional center. Reimbursement for mileage is available.
• -Specifically in need of instructions to teach College Writing, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Humanities, Natural Sciences, and other General Education courses as needed.
• -Prepare course materials, syllabus and update Blackboard course shells ( LMS platform) as needed.
• -Participate in required trainings and certifications.
• -Serve as a model of professionalism and act as a resource for students within the teaching-learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Masters degree. Excellent communication skills. Must pass background check for IDOC .

Preferred Qualifications

While experience is a plus, faculty do not need to have experience teaching in prison but should have desire to work with individuals in custody. Those who do not have experience will have an orientation with director to discuss a range of topics from pedagogy to prison protocols. The Director will also provide feedback and support for syllabus adaptations.

Work hours

As needed

Posting Number

F00349

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

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