Humanities Adjuncts Prison Education at University of Saint Mary

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Adjuncts will teach in the Prison Education Program. Content areas include: Communications, Theology, Art History, History, and English to meet the General Education requirements offered within the Prison Education Programs. All courses are taught in-person. Faculty must be credentialed in the area of instruction and must be able to pass a background check.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Teach classes in-person as assigned at one of the Prison facilities.Prepare syllabi and deliver curriculum appropriate for the course assignedMaintain effective and timely student assessment and feedbackManage and foster an inclusive educational environment to serve all learnersMaintain student attendance records in accordance with university policySubmit mid-term and final grades on timeDemonstrate professionalism with students, faculty, staff, and administrationTimely attendance at all required training, Division meetings, and university-related meetingsComplete all required training, including training on Engage LMSMaintain expertise in current teaching and discipline technologies.Perform other duties as required.REQUIREMENTS:MA in the content field or master’s degree + 18 graduate credits in content areaCommunications – Public Speaking and Interpersonal CommunicationsTheologyArt History and Art AppreciationEnglish – Composition and LiteratureHistoryMinimum of three years teaching at the college level required.Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Commitment to prison rehabilitation.Philosophically aligned with the mission and values of USMExperience working in a prison preferred.Ability to pass Department of Corrections/KBI background check required.TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references. Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer