Correctional Adjunct Instructor at Vandalia Correctional Center

Lake Land College; Vandalia (IL); On-site; USD 937,000 - 1,267,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Land College seeks an adjunct instructor to teach in assigned disciplines, delivering course content with mastery and a focus on student retention and success.

You will prepare syllabi, use approved outlines, evaluate performance, and maintain accurate records. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in the field and bring at least 2,000 hours of related experience, with strong communication and adaptability.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the discipline.
• Minimum of 2,000 hours of field experience.
• Ability to learn Lake Land College information systems and processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication; adapt instruction to various levels; strong English.
• Open minded, innovative, positive attitude; adaptable to new teaching technologies.

Responsibilities

• Observe and enforce Lake Land College policies andDOC regulations.
• Prepare instructional materials including a syllabus; evaluate student performance.
• Arrive at work site before shift and sign in/out on college forms.
• Attend class on time and maintain professional demeanor.
• Maintain accurate scholastic student records and submit required documentation.
• Stay current with content, technology, and instructional methods.
• Communicate regularly with the associate dean about absences or cancellations.
• Supervise students and report issues to security and dean.
• Assist institutional personnel during emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the associate dean.

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