AEL Program Instructor - Iowa State Penitentiary

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AEL Program Instructor - Iowa State Penitentiary

Salary

$50,000.00 Annually

Location

Fort Madison - 52627 - Lee County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-02766

Agency

Non State of Iowa - Non Executive Branch

Opening Date

03/31/2025

Closing Date

4/15/2025 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

#LI-DNP

Point of Contact

shawn.hopper@iowa.gov

To Apply

Interested applicants can apply at https://scciowa.peopleadmin.com/postings/search

Job Description

This is a courtesy posting for Southeastern Community College. Applicants should follow instructions in the "To Apply" section.

In this twelve-month position, the AEL Program Instructor at Iowa State Penitentiary will teach adult education and literacy, including high school equivalency diploma preparation, to male offenders in a maximum-security prison. This 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.

This position is a full-time position (261 day contract) with an annual starting salary of $50,000.

Benefits include medical, dental & vision insurance, $50,000 life insurance, long-term disability, paid sick leave, paid spring and holiday breaks, 15 days vacation and participation in IPERS or TIAA retirement Plan.

The AEL Program Instructor – Iowa State Penitentiary will abide by the employment contract and relevant policies and guidelines of the Board of Trustees, ISP and DOC . Employment contingent upon the continuation of DOC funding.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy.

• Follow SCC,DOC, and ISP policies and procedures.

• Report directly to Corrections Education Coordinator-Liaison on matters related to teaching assignment

• Work with colleagues to identify offenders who can participate in program.

• Work with other instructors in developing lesson plans, utilizing teaching aids/equipment, and identifying additional instructional aides.

• Update curriculum as needed and prepare lesson plans that provide all students an opportunity to learn.

• Monitor student’s progress toward earning a high school equivalency diploma and/or improving the academic, life and work skills necessary for successful reentry. Update appropriate program staff, applicable prison staff and supervisor about student progress.

• Immediately notify Coordinator-Liaison and prison staff of any problems with students.

• Accurately complete all paperwork necessary to document program services.

• Contribute input in development and modification of program operational procedures.

• Actively participate in regular and special team meetings.

• Other duties as assigned.

This position is open until filled.

Interested applicants can apply at https://scciowa.peopleadmin.com/postings/search

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with teaching certification required.

• Current Iowa Department of Education standard teaching license required.

Additional Qualification Requirements

• Teaching Adult Education and Literacy, including High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) preparation, preferred.

• Working in a correctional setting preferred.

• Knowledge of computer software applications specifically Microsoft Office programs; ability to learn and develop competency in Iowa Department of Corrections (DOC) offender information system (ICON).

• Demonstrated understanding, ability, 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.

• Must meet DOC / ISP security requirements. Participation in a 3 ½-week security training at the DOC Training Academy in Des Moines is required. Attendance at a new employee orientation with SCC and ISP / DOC is required.

Employer

State of Iowa

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