Correctional Adjunct Instructor at Graham Correctional Center

Lake Land College; Hillsboro (IL); On-site; USD 8,900 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Land College is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach in the assigned discipline. The instructor will demonstrate mastery of the subject matter and a commitment to teaching and student success, with a focus on retention and achievement.

Essential duties include preparing syllabi, delivering instruction, evaluating performance, and maintaining student records. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in the discipline and have at least 2,000 hours of field experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in the discipline.
• Minimum 2,000 hours of work experience in the field.
• Demonstrates ability to learn college information systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Observes and enforces Lake Land College policies; follows Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
• Prepare instructional materials and syllabus; follow approved course outlines; evaluate students.
• Arrive early, maintain professional conduct, and submit required documentation.
• Maintain records and communicate with the associate dean regarding absences or cancellations.
• Stay current with content, technology, and instructional methods; report issues to security and associate dean.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Instructional technology

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in discipline

Job description

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.

Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

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.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

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.

Supplemental Information

$800.00 per ECH