Adjunct Instructor, Prison Education Program - Psychology, Sociology &/or Anthropology - (2026-[...]

Southeast Community College; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in TIAA retirement plan

Job summary

Southeast Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for the Prison Education Program to teach psychology, sociology, and/or anthropology. This part-time temporary role involves instructing students at a correctional facility and includes providing a variety of instructional strategies and maintaining student records.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in a relevant field and teaching experience. Benefits include eligibility for a retirement plan. Open until filled.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Psychology, Sociology, and/or Anthropology.
• Teaching experience equivalent to at least 18 semester hours at secondary or post-secondary level.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in psychology, sociology, and/or anthropology classes.
• Utilize various instructional strategies in the classroom.
• Maintain accurate student records on attendance and achievement.

Skills

Knowledge of Psychology

Knowledge of Sociology

Knowledge of Anthropology

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Master’s Degree in relevant field

18 graduate hours in Psychology/Sociology/Anthropology

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Adjunct Instructor, Prison Education Program - Psychology, Sociology &/or Anthropology - (2026-2027) - PTT

Position Summary:

Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean and the Program Chair, the Adjunct Instructor is responsible for instructing students in various psychology, sociology, and/or anthropology classes, depending on the instructor’s background and credentials. Instructors will teach on-site at a correctional facility. Prior experience teaching in a prison context is preferred. Training and orientation are provided by the correctional facilities and Southeast Community College’s Prison Education Program. This is a part‑time temporary position and is part of a pooled adjunct faculty posting for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Essential Functions

• Provide Instruction in Assigned Subject Areas:
• Provide instruction to students according to the objectives of each course assigned.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom, online, hybrid, or lab setting that are appropriate to individual student needs and may include, but are not limited to, lectures, small groups, demonstrations, and computer‑assisted instruction.
• Provide for Student Evaluation and Record‑keeping:
• Prepare and administer evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress.
• Assist in gathering and interpreting data for department assessment.
• Promote a Culture of Belonging:
• Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.
• Marginal Functions:
• Operate and utilize appropriate technologies as part of the teaching process.
• May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
• Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Current knowledge of and ability/skill to teach psychology, sociology, and/or anthropology, depending on background and credentials.
• Ability/skill to relate to colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors of diverse backgrounds in a positive and cooperative manner.
• Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of teaching strategies and techniques in the classroom, including computer applications.
• Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom use.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.
• Ability to use basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.
• The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Psychology, Sociology, and/or Anthropology.
• Teaching experience equivalent to at least 18 semester hours, or 6 courses/sections, at secondary or post‑secondary level that applies directly to area(s) of instructional responsibility (100 and 200 level courses).

Desired Qualifications

• Experience teaching in carceral spaces.
• Experience teaching online and/or hybrid formats.
• Experience using technology to teach classes remotely (i.e. distance learning).
• Graduate coursework directly related to courses that will be taught.

Benefits

Part‑time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.

Schedule

This is a part‑time, temporary position with assignments based on program needs.

Open Date 07/01/2026. Close Date 06/30/2027. The position will remain open until filled.

Please note: Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.