Professor, English/Developmental English TDCJ

Central Texas College•Gatesville, TX

About The Position

This faculty position is an instructional role directly responsible to the Site Director, North Service Area and TDCJ. The instructor teaches in the Prison Education Program and performs related administrative duties. The role includes supporting incarcerated students through instruction, tutoring, advising, progress monitoring, and coordination with education and correctional partners. The instructor must be willing to work with incarcerated students and meet TDCJ security requirements.

Requirements

Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, with at least 18 graduate hours in the discipline related to the coursework taught.
Must be punctual and dependable, able to follow directions, and able to complete tasks proficiently.
Demonstrated knowledge of the subject matter being taught.
Ability to communicate clearly with students in writing and orally.
Ability to create tests and lesson plans.
Ability to provide academic and vocational guidance to students as needed.
Ability to use Blackboard as a teaching method.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Demonstrated instruction and facilitation skills with large and small groups.
Demonstrated planning and organization skills.
Must be willing to work with incarcerated students and meet TDCJ security requirements.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate degree desired.
Two years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach courses according to department-approved syllabi and textbooks.
Adhere to the assigned class schedule.
Prepare daily lesson plans to support student progress toward course objectives.
Notify the North Service Area office of needed supplies, books, equipment, and printing within 72 hours of when they are needed.
Maintain and submit certification rosters and final grade books by registrar deadlines.
Provide statistical information to the office as requested.
Keep the supervisor informed of student needs and problems.
Maintain the confidentiality of tests and student records.
Track attendance and post final grades.
Attend graduations and pre-service and in-service trainings.
Provide intrusive advising tailored to incarcerated students, including degree planning, timeline management, and transfer or reentry guidance.
Provide structured in-unit tutoring in writing, reading, literacy, and study skills.
Offer small-group workshops focused on college-level reading, writing, and oral communication.
Monitor student progress, identify at-risk students, and coordinate with unit education staff and Windham School District partners.
Support alignment between prison-based instruction and main-campus standards.
Participate in assessment and accreditation activities.
Assist with documentation for SACSCOC and Prison Education Program reporting.
Mentor adjunct faculty.
Serve as an academic liaison to institutional and correctional partners.