Correctional Construction Occupations Instructor at Graham Correctional Center

Lake Land College; Hillsboro (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Land College is seeking an instructor to teach courses and labs in the Construction Occupations Certificate program at the Hillsboro, IL campus. The role involves preparing course guides, delivering classes, managing textbooks, and handling materials purchases.

Responsibilities include attendance/grades, committee participation, student support, and ensuring compliance with college policies. A strong emphasis on professionalism and safety is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• Teaching experience desired.
• Experience in Construction Trades required.
• Knowledge of Estimating Practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or revise guides for courses offered in the division and submit to the Administrator for review.
• Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean following College-approved outlines.
• Submit textbook recommendations to the Associate Dean.
• Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials, books, required commodities and supplies.
• Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.
• Attend faculty meetings called by administrative officers.
• Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).
• Arrive at work site prior to the start of the established shift.
• Arrive at the classroom prior to scheduled class time.
• Serve on College committees as established by administration and faculty.
• Assist in registration as needed.
• Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems; seek help from other college services as necessary.
• Observe, support, and enforce College regulations and inform the President in writing of problems.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.
• Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics.
• Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment.
• Prepare EGGC forms, task lists and attendance reports as required.
• Maintain hourly count of students.
• Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.
• Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections regulations and procedures.
• Maintain equipment assigned to area.

Skills

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate Degree preferred

Job description

Description

Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Construction Occupations Certificate program.

Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

Essential Job Functions:

1. In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the appropriate Administrator for review.
2. Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the College.
3. In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Associate Dean.
4. Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials books required commodities and supplies to Associate Dean for approval.
5. Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.
6. Attend faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.
7. Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).
8. Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift.
9. Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
10. Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.
11. Assist in registration as needed.
12. Consider the general and special needs of the student. Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services.
13. Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.
14. Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
15. Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.
16. Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics.
17. Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment.
18. Prepare EGGC forms task lists and attendance reports as required.
19. Maintain hourly count check on students.
20. Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.
21. Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections regulations and procedures.
22. Maintain equipment assigned to area

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

• Associate Degree Preferred.

Experience Requirements:

• Teaching Experience Desired.
• Experience in Construction Trades Required.

Knowledge:

• Estimating Practices.

Skills:

• Must be able to layout truss rafters,wall sections,hang windows and doors,perform drywall installation and finishing.Skills in masonry and electrical and plumbing required.Must have good communication skills.

Personal Requirements:

• Good Interpersonal Skills.