Correctional Education Instructor — HiSET & Vocational

Iowa Western Community College (IA); Clarinda (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Western Community College seeks a Correctional Educator to instruct incarcerated learners in HiSET, Literacy, ABE, and Vocational areas within the Clarinda Correctional Facility. The role emphasizes maintaining a secure classroom and administering progress assessments.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, successful teaching experience, and IDOC background checks. Training includes the three-week IDOC NET, with driving responsibilities and ability to operate in a correctional setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience teaching in corrections or related field preferred.
• Approved IDOC background check required.
• Able to complete IDOC NET training in Des Moines.
• Pass background check and have valid U.S. driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to incarcerated individuals in HiSET, Literacy, ABE, and/or Vocational.
• Administer CASAS assessments and track progress.
• Maintain secure, orderly classroom and manage attendance records.
• Attend professional development and staff training.
• Perform other educational duties as assigned by Educational Coordinator.
• Make decisions in matters of significance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Correctional setting

Professional boundaries

Effective communication

Team collaboration

HS subjects mastery

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Iowa Western Community College seeks a Correctional Educator to instruct incarcerated learners in HiSET, Literacy, ABE, and Vocational areas within the Clarinda Correctional Facility. The role emphasizes maintaining a secure classroom and administering progress assessments.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, successful teaching experience, and IDOC background checks. Training includes the three-week IDOC NET, with driving responsibilities and ability to operate in a correctional setting.