Core Instructor

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana; Madison (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Wellness Rewards

FSA

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education benefits

Paid time off

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Discounts

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana is accepting applications for an IET Core Instructor located at the Plainfield Correctional Facility in Plainfield, IN. This full-time, year-round role combines Core and Adult Basic Education teaching to support students toward intellectual and personal growth.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and Indiana teaching licensure. Responsibilities include creating high-quality instruction, maintaining compliance records, and fostering positive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain a valid Indiana teaching license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records as required by DOC, the Facility, and the College.
• Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.
• Provide guidance and counsel to students for their welfare and educational development.
• Prepare and provide quality instruction.
• Begin and end classes on time according to schedules.
• Present clear explanations so students understand expectations.
• Encourage active student participation and assess progress as per syllabi.

Skills

Indiana teaching license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ivy Tech is currently accepting applications for an IET Core Instructor located at the Plainfield Correctional Facility. Come join our team!

General Description of Position

This instructor position is an Integrated Education & Training teaching position that will combine both Core and Adult Basic Education subjects. The core curriculum covers an introduction to construction safety, tools and OSHA material. The adult basic education curriculum will cover reading, writing and math. Help students to learn subject matter which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of the students along with assessing the effectiveness of the academic area/s in which he/she is employed to teach. This is a full-time, year-round teaching position located in Plainfield, IN at the Plainfield Correctional Facility.

Major Responsibilities

• Maintain records as required by the Department of Corrections, the Correctional Facility, and the College; maintain professional ethics.
• Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.
• Provide guidance and counsel to the students which will promote their welfare and their proper educational development.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students, peers, and community leaders.
• Prepare and provide quality instruction.
• Begin and end classes on time according to DOC, Correctional Facility, and Ivy Tech schedules.
• Present clear, complete, and accurate explanations so that students understand what is expected.
• Approach subject matter in a positive and enthusiastic manner Receive learners’ questions comfortably and answers them clearly and completely.
• Provide consistent, unbiased feedback on student work in a timely fashion.
• Make provisions, if known, for students with identified exceptionalities.
• Present content relevant to the objectives of the course as found in the syllabi.
• Ask relevant questions throughout the lesson to check for understanding.
• Encourage active student participation.
• Fairly assess student progress as outlined in the syllabi.
• Provide for the care and protection of Ivy Tech property.
• Select texts, supplementary materials, and equipment necessary for the delivery of course content.
• Attends meetings as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain a valid Indiana teaching license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work experience in a correctional setting is preferred, but not required.

Benefits Package Includes

• Health & Wellness Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
• Retirement & Financial Security 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs Paid professional development opportunities
• Work‑Life Balance Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess Flexible work arrangements where available Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks) Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
• Additional Perks Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

At Ivy Tech, you’ll be part of something bigger, where collaboration fuels innovation, learning is a shared journey, and meaningful goals become life-changing achievements. As Indiana’s only full‑fledged community college, we’re deeply rooted in our mission to empower students, strengthen communities, and support one another every step of the way. No matter your role, you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired because here, people come first. Our faculty and staff are united by purpose, driven by passion, and proud of the difference we make together. Join a team where your work matters. Discover your potential. Make your impact.

Ivy Tech is the largest singly accredited community college system in the nation. Providing education across Indiana, we motivate and inspire students as they pursue their futures. To achieve this, it takes a community of over 6,500 employees in 75 locations. Competitive benefits and professional development programs The most advanced technologies in our classrooms and training facilities Collaborative and innovative culture with a focus on creativity and employee belonging Commitment to adapting to meet Indiana's workforce needs and fostering a sustainable, inclusive workplace.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.