Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) Program Instructor - MPCF

Posting Details ================

Position Information --------------------

• Job Title: Adult Education and Literacy AEL Program Instructor - MPCF
• Job Description: This twelve-month position will teach adult education and literacy, including high school equivalency diploma preparation, to male offenders in a minimum security prison. The position will focus on students successful completion of instruction and testing necessary to earn a high school equivalency diploma and/or improving students skills to the degree necessary to function in society. Instructor will provide group instruction and work one-on-one with students.

Reporting Structure ------------------

• This position will report to the Corrections Education Coordinator.

Compensation and Benefits -------------------------

• This position is a full-time position with a 261-day contract.
• The annual starting salary is $50,000.00.
• Benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $50,000 life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Paid sick leave
• Paid discretionary time
• Paid spring and holiday breaks
• 15 days of vacation
• Participation in IPERS or TIAA retirement plan

Terms of Employment -------------------

• Employment is contingent upon the continuation of DOC funding.
• Terms of employment are per the employment contract and relevant policies and guidelines of the SCC Board of Trustees, MPCF, and DOC.

Essential Duties -----------------

• Commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy
• Follow SCC, DOC, and MPCF policies and procedures
• Report directly to the Corrections Education Coordinator-Liaison on matters related to teaching assignment
• Work with colleagues to identify offenders who can participate in the program
• Work with other instructors in developing lesson plans, utilizing teaching aids, and identifying additional instructional aides
• Update curriculum as needed and prepare lesson plans that provide all students with an opportunity to learn
• Monitor students progress toward earning a high school equivalency diploma and/or improving academic life and work skills necessary for successful reentry
• Update appropriate program staff, applicable prison staff, and supervisor about student progress
• Immediately notify the Coordinator-Liaison and prison staff of any problems with students
• Accurately complete all paperwork necessary to document program services
• Contribute input in the development and modification of program operational procedures
• Actively participate in regular and special team meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications ----------------------

• Education: Bachelors Degree with teaching certification required
• Current Iowa Department of Education standard teaching license required
• Experience in teaching adult education and literacy, including high school equivalency diploma preparation, preferred
• Working in a correctional setting preferred
• Knowledge of computer software applications, specifically Microsoft Office programs, and ability to learn and develop competency in the Iowa Department of Corrections offender information system, ICON
• Demonstrated understanding and appreciation for working with people from diverse backgrounds
• Strong human relations and interpersonal oral and written communication skills to interact positively with diverse personalities and populations
• Ability to pass background and security clearance checks necessary for employment at SCC and the DOC
• Handle confidential matters with discretion and perform with a high level of personal and professional integrity and ethics
• Understand and comply with reporting relationships at SCC and DOC
• Organize and implement learning activities
• Learn and maintain working knowledge required to complete student assessments, CASAS, and develop appropriate instruction based on assessment data
• Comprehend and abide by federal and state laws, policies, guidelines, and procedures with regard to program implementation
• Must have aptitude to be flexible and adjust to changes
• Must meet DOC and MPCF security requirements
• Participation in a 3.5-week security training at the DOC Training Academy, IMCC, in Coralville, Iowa, is required
• Attendance at a new employee orientation with SCC and MPCF, DOC, is required

Preferred Qualifications ----------------------

• Physical demands
• EEO Statement
• Summary
• It is the policy of Southeastern Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, employment, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code, §§ 216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C., §§ 2000d and 2000e, the Equal Pay Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C., § 206 et seq., Title IX Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C., §§ 1681-1688, Section 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C., § 794, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C., § 12101 et seq.
• Individuals having questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy should contact the Title IX, Equity Coordinator, Southeastern Community College, 1500 W. Agency Road, West Burlington, IA 52655, email equity@sccciowa.edu, phone number 319-208-5101, fax 319-208-5005, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone 303-844-5695, Facsimile 303-844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339, Email OCR.Denvered.gov

Posting Detail Information -------------------------

• Posting Number: AS392P
• Open Date: 01292026
• Close Date: Open Until Filled
• Special Instructions to Applicants: Please answer the screening questions and make sure to upload your resume, cover letter, and transcripts in order to be considered for the position. Thank you.

Supplemental Questions ----------------------

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• How did you hear about this employment opportunity
• Open-Ended Question
• Documents Needed to Apply
• Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
• Optional Documents: Transcript 1, Letter of Recommendation, Transcript 2, Transcript 3, Transcript 4