at Lewis University in Romeoville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
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Position Details
Position Title
Adjunct Faculty, Prison Education Program
Position Status
Adjunct
Tenure
Non-Tenured
Rank
Lecturer
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
Under the supervision of the academic department in conjunction with the Director of Prison Education, the adjunct faculty member will provide high quality teaching and classroom support for students in the Prison Education Program.
Responsibilities
Responsible to model the University mission through dedicated job performance, service excellence to constituencies, respectful collaboration and active support of the University's Mission and Catholic and Lasallian higher education.
-Teach one or more classes in discipline of expertise. Usually 1-2 courses per semester. Courses are 8 week accelerated and typically meet twice per week during day time hours.
-Available to travel for in-person instruction between 9am-3pm, 1-2 times per week to Sheridan, Kewanee, and/or Logan Correctional center. Reimbursement for mileage is available.
-Specifically in need of instructions to teach College Writing, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Humanities, Natural Sciences, and other General Education courses as needed.
-Prepare course materials, syllabus and update Blackboard course shells (LMS platform) as needed.
-Participate in required trainings and certifications.
-Serve as a model of professionalism and act as a resource for students within the teaching-learning environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree. Excellent communication skills. Must pass background check for IDOC.
Preferred Qualifications
While experience is a plus, faculty do not need to have experience teaching in prison but should have desire to work with individuals in custody. Those who do not have experience will have an orientation with director to discuss a range of topics from pedagogy to prison protocols. The Director will also provide feedback and support for syllabus adaptations.
Essential Duties
Work hours
As needed
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F00349
Posting Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
We invite applications from individuals that embody a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We are fully dedicated to providing opportunities for development of the whole person. To demonstrate this commitment, Lewis University wishes to build a culturally diverse workforce which strongly encourages applications from women, underrepresented populations, individuals with disabilities and veterans.