Instructor, English & Developmental Studies (Prison Ed.)

Central Texas College; Gatesville (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Texas College in Gatesville, TX seeks an instructional faculty member for the Prison Education Program. Responsibilities include delivering courses per syllabus, advising on supplies, maintaining grade books, and coordinating with Windham School District partners.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline and has teaching experience; Doctorate is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.
• Two years teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and complete tasks accurately.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and speaking.
• Confidential handling of tests and student records.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses per syllabi approved by the department.
• Maintain class time schedules and daily lesson plans.
• Advise North Service Area on supplies and equipment within 72 hours.
• Maintain certification rosters and final grade books by registrar deadlines.
• Provide statistical information to the office as requested.
• Monitor student needs and problems; report to supervisor.
• Ensure confidentiality of tests and records.
• Track attendance and post final grades.
• Attend graduations and in-service trainings.
• Provide intrusive advising for incarcerated students, including degree planning and transfer/reentry guidance.
• Offer in-unit tutoring in writing, reading, literacy, and study skills.
• Lead small-group workshops on college-level reading, writing, and oral communication.
• Monitor progress and coordinate with Windham School District partners.
• Support alignment between prison-based instruction and main-campus standards.
• Participate in assessment and accreditation activities; assist with documentation for SACSCOC and PEP reporting.
• Mentor adjunct faculty and serve as liaison to institutional and correctional partners.
• Must be willing to work with incarcerated students and meet TDCJ security requirements.

Skills

Punctuality

Subject knowledge

Clear communication

Test & lesson plan authoring

Academic advising

Blackboard usage

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,/Or

Education

Master's degree

18 graduate hours in relevant discipline

Doctorate preferred

Tools

Blackboard

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Central Texas College in Gatesville, TX seeks an instructional faculty member for the Prison Education Program. Responsibilities include delivering courses per syllabus, advising on supplies, maintaining grade books, and coordinating with Windham School District partners.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline and has teaching experience; Doctorate is preferred.