Prison Education Instructor & Mentor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Adjunct Professor for the Bowie State University Prison Education Program. You will deliver courses to incarcerated students across sociology, English, arts, sciences, math, technology and health.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, student engagement, assessment, mentoring, and ensuring compliance with facility policies, while commuting to the correctional site. Masters is required; a Doctoral degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in the respective field or closely related field.
• Doctoral degree in the respective field or closely related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction to incarcerated students in various academic subjects, including sociology, English composition, arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences, mathematics, technology, and health and wellness.
• Develop course materials and syllabi that align with program requirements and meet diverse learners' needs; adapt teaching strategies to the correctional environment.
• Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment that encourages active participation, critical thinking, and intellectual growth among incarcerated students.
• Assess student learning through assignments, exams, and projects, providing timely feedback and support for improvement.
• Serve as an academic mentor and advisor to incarcerated students, guiding them in their educational journeys and helping navigate academic challenges.
• Ensure all instructional activities comply with the policies and regulations of the correctional facility and Bowie State University.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Subject matter expertise

Education

Masters degree in the respective field

Doctoral degree preferred

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Adjunct Professor for the Bowie State University Prison Education Program. You will deliver courses to incarcerated students across sociology, English, arts, sciences, math, technology and health.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, student engagement, assessment, mentoring, and ensuring compliance with facility policies, while commuting to the correctional site. Masters is required; a Doctoral degree is preferred.