Correctional Adjunct Instructor at Decatur Correctional Center

Lake Land College Illinois; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 909,000 - 1,295,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Land College Illinois seeks an adjunct instructor to teach in designated discipline areas. The role requires mastery of subject matter and a commitment to student success, with a focus on retention and learning outcomes.

You will prepare syllabi, deliver classes, assess student performance, and maintain records while adhering to college and DOC regulations at the Decatur campus. Ideal candidates hold a master's degree in the discipline and bring at least 2,000 hours of field experience,

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in the discipline is required.
• Minimum of 2,000 hours of field experience.

Responsibilities

• Observes and enforces Lake Land College regulations and programs.
• Complies with Illinois Department of Corrections regulations and procedures.
• Prepares instructional materials including a syllabus and course outlines; evaluates student performance.
• Arrives at work site before shift; signs in/out on college and DOC forms.
• Arrives at classroom before scheduled class time and conducts classes professionally.
• Submits attendance, final grades, and other required documents to the associate dean.
• Maintains current knowledge of content, technology, and teaching methods.
• Maintains communication with the associate dean regarding absences or cancellations.
• Supervises students and reports issues to security and associate dean.
• Assists institutional personnel during emergencies; performs related duties.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Adapt instruction

Education

Master's degree in discipline

Job description

Responsible for teaching in discipline areas as assigned by the respective Associate Dean. All instructors are expected to demonstrate a mastery of the subject matter and a commitment to teaching and learning with a focus upon student retention and success.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Observes supports and enforces the regulations policies and programs of Lake Land College; adheres to the procedures outlined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
2. Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections Regulations and procedures.
3. Prepares instructional materials including a course syllabus using the syllabus template provided; follows course outlines approved by the College; evaluates and assesses student performance.
4. Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift signing in and out on designated college and DOC forms.
5. Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
6. Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
7. Submits required documentation attendance forms final course grades and other information as requested or required by the associate dean; maintains accurate scholastic student records.
8. Remains current with content technology and instructional methods and strategies in the discipline.
9. Maintains regular communication with associate dean especially with regard to absences and/or cancelling class.
10. Maintain supervision of students in assigned areas and report any issues immediately to security staff and associate dean.
11. Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations
12. Performs other related duties as assigned by the associate dean.

Education Requirements:

• Master's Degree in in the discipline.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 2,000 hours work experience in the field.

Knowledge:

• Demonstrates ability to learn the Lake Land College information systems and processes; maintains all professional credentials required to teach in area of discipline.

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, ability to adapt instruction to various academic levels and learning styles, superior command of the English language, expertise with instructional technology

Personal Requirements:

• Open minded, innovative, enthusiastic, positive attitude, and adaptive to new teaching technologies.

$800.00 per ECH