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Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Part Time Prison Education Program Instructor
Position Category
Faculty
Position Status
FLSA
Exempt
Advertised Salary
$1,008 per lecture hour
Department
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Working Hours
Monday - Friday 9am - 10:30am or 12:30pm - 2:00pm
General Description
SUNY Niagara has a need for part-time instructors to teach introductory courses at the Niagara County Holding Center.
The classes are in-person (face-to-face) at the Niagara County Holding Center in Lockport, NY. The courses are daily from 9:00 am - 10:30 am or 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm for MOD15, MOD25, and MOD35 (five-week courses). Priority will be given to instructors who are able to teach English and/or Math, however all disciplines may apply. Instructors will need to pass a background check and complete mandatory civilian training.
Selectect candidates must be able to pass a background check and complete civilian training at the Niagara County Jail.
In order to build and maintain an active pool of qualified candidates to meet our present and future needs for this position, SUNY Niagara will accept applications on a continuous basis. Openings may or may not exist at this time. Applications are evaluated on an as-needed basis, and candidates will be contacted when the department has an opening. Candidates who submit their information may or may not be notified as to the status of their application.
Typical Work Activities

• Teach course on campus.
• Track attendance as needed
• Complete census reports
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester

Essential Functions
Ability to work with, and teach a diverse student population. Ability to speak in front of groups of people. Must be able to effectively communicate with students, co-workers, supervisors and the campus community. Must be able to develop, prepare and present information. Must able to operate computers. Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position and must adjust any teaching to the Americans with Disabilities Act provisions.
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the teaching discipline or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Prior teaching, training, or instructional experience in higher education, adult education, workforce development, or a related setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse student populations, including non-traditional and underserved students.
• Willingness and ability to comply with all correctional facility rules, regulations, security procedures, and background clearance requirements.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and/or learning management systems appropriate to the assigned discipline.

Desirable Qualifications

• Master's degree in the teaching discipline or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Community college teaching experience.
• Experience teaching incarcerated, justice-impacted, adult, or other non-traditional student populations.
• Experience with prison education programs, re-entry programming, workforce development, or adult literacy initiatives.
• Knowledge of SUNY, community college, or correctional education policies and procedures.
• Bilingual or multilingual communication skills.

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About SUNY Niagara
SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.
SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!
SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county's three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.
The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI) is located in the heart of one of the world's biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI.
Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students' current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
EEO Statement
SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F250P
Open Date
05/28/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:
• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
• resume
• unofficial transcripts
• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references
Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.