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To thrive as a Prison Educator, you need a solid background in education, subject matter expertise, and often a teaching license or relevant certification. Familiarity with learning management systems, assessment tools, and correctional facility protocols is typically required. Exceptional communication, cultural sensitivity, and resilience are crucial soft skills for engaging and supporting incarcerated learners. These skills ensure effective instruction, foster positive learning environments, and help reduce recidivism through education.

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Required CredentialsTeaching certification or relevant educationCounseling certification or psychology degree
Work EnvironmentClassrooms within correctional facilitiesPrivate or group counseling sessions in correctional settings
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, correctional facilities

Prison Educators focus on teaching academic or vocational skills within correctional facilities, requiring teaching credentials. Prison Counselors provide mental health support, requiring counseling certifications. Both roles work within correctional environments but serve different inmate needs, making them distinct yet complementary roles in the justice system.

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Prison Educators often encounter challenges such as limited access to resources, varying literacy levels among students, and the need to adapt teaching methods for a secure environment. Building rapport and trust with incarcerated learners is essential, as is maintaining flexibility to accommodate institutional schedules or restrictions. Successful educators collaborate closely with correctional staff and other educators to create a supportive learning environment while adhering to security protocols. Ongoing professional development and peer support can help in overcoming these challenges and enhancing teaching effectiveness.

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A prison educator is a professional who provides educational instruction and training to individuals incarcerated in correctional facilities. Their goal is to help inmates improve literacy, earn diplomas or degrees, develop vocational skills, and prepare for successful reentry into society. Prison educators may teach a variety of subjects, including basic education, GED preparation, vocational skills, or life skills. They play a crucial role in rehabilitation by offering inmates opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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Adjunct Instructor, Prison Education Program - Humanities, Philosophy, Arts (2025-2026) - PTT

Souteast Community College

Lincoln, NE • On-site

Other

Retirement

Posted 14 days ago

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Position Title Adjunct Instructor, Prison Education Program - Humanities, Philosophy, Arts (2025-2026) - PTT Department Humanities Location Lincoln Job Category Faculty Job Type PT Posting Number 01910 Position End Date
Position Summary Information
General Description of Position
Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean and the Program Chair, the Adjunct Instructor is responsible for instructing students in various humanities classes. Classes assigned could include Humanities, Arts, and/or Philosophy courses and will be dependent on instructor qualifications. Instructors will teach on-site at a correctional facility.
The instructor will be responsible for creating course-content-related materials, utilizing various teaching strategies - including Engaged Learning practices, monitoring and evaluating student progress, and maintaining accurate student records using the required LMS grade book.
This position is within the Prison Education Program (PEP). Prior experience teaching in a prison context is preferred. Training and orientation are provided by the correctional facilities and Southeast Community College's Prison Education Program. This is a part-time temporary position with assignments based on program needs.
Essential Functions
Provide Instruction in Assigned Subject Areas
  1. Provide instruction to students according to the objectives of each course assigned.
  2. Utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom, online, hybrid, or lab setting that are appropriate to individual student needs and may include, but are not limited to, lectures, small groups, demonstrations, and computer-assisted instruction.
Provide For Student Evaluation and Recordkeeping
  1. Prepare and administer evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement, and progress.
  2. Assist in gathering and interpreting data for department assessment.
Remain Current in Events and Developments Related to Subject Areas
  1. Increase and improve personal teaching and subject knowledge through professional development such as in-service activities, conferences, workshops, technical updates, and personal self-study.
Develop/Revise Course Curriculum and Educational Material
  1. In cooperation with other department faculty, develop and/or revise course objectives, content, materials, descriptions, and instructional strategies to accommodate the prison-education-program environment.
  2. Develop, revise, and maintain classroom policies, grading structures, and strategies.
  3. Review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks and other resources for course use.
Perform Other Functions Related to Teaching Assignments
  1. Use the computer as an instructional tool for teaching reading and writing skills and composition as appropriate.
  2. Provide information and data that will assist in the preparation of supply and equipment orders, course schedules, book orders, and other necessary reports.
Promote/Support Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Access
Work toward creating a welcoming, inclusive, equitable, and productive work and learning environment, where all students, faculty members, and college employees are valued and may contribute to their full potential, regardless of their differences. Make concerted efforts to implement accessible and inclusive practices and processes aimed at creating a diverse and equitable learning and work environment. Commit to fostering and maintaining a safe environment of respect and inclusion for students, employees, and members of the community, and promote and support the College's policies and programming related to access, fair employment, EEO, equity, inclusion, and diversity.
Marginal Functions
  1. Operate and utilize appropriate technologies as part of the teaching process.
  2. May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
  3. Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
  4. Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  1. Current knowledge of and ability/skill to teach humanities.
  2. Ability/skill to relate to colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors of diverse backgrounds in a positive and cooperative manner.
  3. Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of teaching strategies and techniques in the classroom including computer applications.
  4. Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom use.
  5. Ability to lift and carry up to (50) fifty pounds for short distances, and move tables, chairs, and media equipment.
  6. Ability to communicate effectively both in writing, in person, and on the phone.
  7. Ability to use basic computer skills.
  8. The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications
  1. Master's Degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in a Humanities discipline, Arts, or Philosophy.
  2. Teaching experience equivalent to at least 18 semester hours, or 6 courses/sections, at secondary or post-secondary level that applies directly to area(s) of instructional responsibility.
Desired Qualifications
  1. Experience teaching in carceral spaces.
  2. Experience teaching online and/or hybrid formats.
  3. Experience using digital conferences or Life Size technology to teach classes remotely (i.e. distance learning).
  4. Familiarity with Engaged Learning practices.
  5. Graduate coursework directly related to courses that will be taught.
Salary
TBD
Benefits
Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.
Schedule
This is a part-time temporary position with assignments based on program needs.
Posting Detail Information

Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.

Open Date 07/01/2025 Close Date 06/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open on an as-needed basis. Applications will remain in the open pool, and applicants will be contacted based on the department's needs at the time of submission. If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete an application, contact Human Resources at 402-323-3407.
Quick Link https://southeast.peopleadmin.com/postings/10583

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