Colby Community College (CCC) invites applications for a part-time
Adult Education Instructor to provide GED preparation and academic instruction to eligible incarcerated students. This position will be primarily assigned to
Stockton Correctional Facility, travel between Stockton Correctional Facility and Norton Correctional Facility may be required based on student instructional needs, enrollment, staffing, and available program resources.
This position is located around the Stockton Correctional Facility and the Norton Correctional FacilitySalary Rage
The hiring range for this hourly, part-time position will be
$24.00 per hour. This position is not eligible for any benefits.
Position Information
Applicants for this position must be willing and comfortable working with incarcerated individuals across different custody and security levels and must be able to adapt to the policies, procedures, security requirements, and operational expectations associated with this setting.
Based on the educational needs and student availability within a correctional environment may vary, the successful candidate must be willing to maintain a
flexible part-time work schedule. The instructor's work schedule will be developed and adjusted based on when eligible students are available to receive instruction and where instructional resources are most needed. Candidates must be willing to flex their scheduled hours and, when necessary, travel between the two facilities within the parameters of the position.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree Required
- Experience working with and around incarcerated individuals preferred.
- Experience delivering adult education, GED preparation classes is preferred.
- Experience teaching or delivering instruction is preferred.
Essential Duties
The below list of essential duties is a snapshot of what the position entails:
- Complete and maintain all required KDOC background checks, orientations, training, and facility requirements within the established probationary period and thereafter as required.
- Follow all facility-specific security procedures, movement requirements, access restrictions, emergency procedures, and staff expectations associated with providing services in both higher- and lower-security correctional settings.
- Develop and maintain weekly lesson plans aligned with Adult Education standards, GED preparation requirements, student educational functioning levels, and identified student needs.
- Provide classroom, small-group, individualized, and virtual instruction to students preparing for the GED credential.
- Differentiate instruction based on individual student skill levels, assessment results, educational goals, and demonstrated areas of need.
- Provide students with opportunities for direct instruction, guided practice, independent practice, group discussion, remediation, and individualized academic support.
- Utilize approved assessments, curriculum, instructional technology, and student performance data to identify areas of academic need and guide instruction.
- Incorporate technology and approved digital learning resources into instruction to increase student engagement and support individualized learning.
- Monitor student participation, academic progress, and readiness for GED testing and communicate relevant progress information to appropriate Adult Education staff.
- Maintain accurate and timely student records, including attendance, instructional hours, academic progress, lesson documentation, and other required program records.
- Participate in required staff meetings, professional development, program improvement activities, and other Adult Education initiatives.
- Perform other duties related to Adult Education instruction and student support as assigned by the Director of Adult Education or designee.
Application Process
Candidates who are interested in this position can apply online at www.colbycc.edu/about/employment
Why Colby Community College
Colby Community College is recognized for its strong academic programs, competitive athletic teams, and commitment to student success. Located in northwest Kansas, CCC provides a supportive campus environment with modern facilities, small class sizes, and a strong sense of community. Since 2020, the College has added or is in the process of adding over $30,000,000 in new or improved facilities.
CCC offers student-athletes a high-quality educational experience alongside competitive athletic opportunities. The institution values innovation, collaboration, and service, and seeks employees who are committed to positively impacting students, colleagues, and the broader community. The College’s rural setting provides a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students and contribute to a close-knit campus culture dedicated to excellence.
Additional Information:Colby Community College provides equality of opportunity to its applicants for admission, enrolled students, graduates, and employees. The College does not discriminate with respect to hiring, continuation of employment, promotion, tenure, other employment practices, application for admission or career services and placement on the basis of race, color, gender, age, disability, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation or religion. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Human Resources Office, 1255 South Range Ave., Colby, KS 67701. (785) 460-5406. hr(at)colbycc.edu
Candidates identifying as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request accommodations should contact Human Resources.
The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. The candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.