Mathematics - Prison Education - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 1,189,000 - 1,693,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per/

STRS pension with employer contrib.

Mentoring and development support

Job summary

Sinclair College in Ohio seeks part-time adjunct faculty to teach mathematics at partner correctional institutions across multiple locations. The role involves delivering face-to-face instruction in day, evening, and weekend classes with a starting pay of $1,046 per credit hour assigned to teach.

Ideal candidates hold a master's in mathematics or statistics (or equivalent) and are prepared to pass a DRC background check.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mathematics or statistics, or a master’s degree with 18 graduate credit semester hours in mathematics or statistics is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work successfully in a community college environment.
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction.
• Must be able to teach face-to-face in a prison education setting.
• Ability to pass a DRC background check required.

Responsibilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning.
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies.
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate.
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student notes.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to student learning

Adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in mathematics or statistics OR 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics/statistics

Transcript and background check readiness

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Job Title

Mathematics - Prison Education - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Location

Multiple Locations, OH

Job Number

04565

Department

Advanced Job Training

Job Category

Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type

Part-Time

Status

Regular

Job Open Date

05/18/2026

Resume Review Date

Ongoing

Closing Date

08/31/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Position Summary

The Sinclair Mathematics Department is currently seekingpart-time (adjunct) faculty to teach face-to-face for day, evening,and weekend courses at our partner correctional institutions:

• Allen Correctional – Lima, Ohio
• Correctional Reception Center – Orient, Ohio
• Franklin Medical Center – Columbus, Ohio
• Madison Correctional – London, Ohio
• Ohio Reformatory for Women – Marysville, Ohio
• Pickaway Correctional – Columbus (Orient), Ohio

The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hourassigned to teach.

Why work for Sinclair College?

• Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per semester
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development andeducation
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance
• Faculty mentoring available to aide transition fromprofessional work to a teaching role

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way acontract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by thedepartment
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize studentlearning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections inaccordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, useavailable instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategiesto meet diverse student’s notes
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote studentsuccess
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promotelearning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress
• Submit final grade rosters according to establisheddeadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than themaximum of 12 credit hours per semester
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of a master’s degree in mathematics or statistics, or amaster’s degree with 18 graduate credit semester hours inmathematics or statistics is required
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning throughinnovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the courseand program level
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with theability to work successfully in a community collegeenvironment
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educationaltechnology, including multimedia-based instruction
• Must be able to teach face-to-face in a prison educationsetting
• Ability to pass a DRC background check required

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (ifapplicable) and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

1. * Do you have a minimum of a master’s degree in mathematics orstatistics, OR a master’s degree with 18 graduate credit semesterhours in mathematics or statistics?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you willing to provide face-to-face instruction toincarcerated individuals in a safe and secure setting?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Please select your preferred location?
   • Allen Correctional Institution - Lima, Ohio
   • Correctional Reception Center - Orient, Ohio
   • Franklin Medical Center - Columbus, Ohio
   • Madison Correctional Institution - London, Ohio
   • Ohio Reformatory for Women, Marysville, Ohio
   • Pickaway Correctional - Columbus (Orient), Ohio
4. * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment,tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the statein which you currently reside or will perform work for thisposition.
   • Ohio
   • Indiana
   • Kentucky
   • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of thesestates.
5. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, andwill you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for awork visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicantsfor work visas.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do notrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but willrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Master's Transcript

Optional Documents

1. Other