Correctional Adjunct Instructor at Illinois River Correctional Center

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

Job summary

Lake Land College Illinois invites qualified instructors to teach assigned discipline areas, delivering engaging content while focusing on student retention and success.

Responsibilities include preparing syllabi, following college outlines, evaluating student performance, and maintaining accurate records. The role requires professional conduct, regular communication with the associate dean, and readiness to assist during emergencies. A Master's degree in the discipline is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the discipline.
• Minimum of 2,000 hours work experience in the field.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned discipline areas with mastery and focus on student success.
• Prepare instructional materials including a course syllabus and follow approved outlines.
• Evaluate student performance and maintain scholastic records.
• Arrive early to work, sign in, and maintain professional conduct.
• Maintain regular communication with the associate dean regarding absences or cancellations.
• Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the associate dean.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Adapt instruction

English proficiency

Instructional technology

Education

Master's degree

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