Faculty - Corrections EducationSalary: $71,226 - $99,041Location: Corrections FacilityReports to: Associate Dean of Instruction
This position will be working at either the Washington Correctional Center for Women (WCCW) and Mission Creek Correctional Center for Women (MCCCW).
Olympic College is accepting applications to fill several positions in the Corrections Education program at the Washington Correctional Center for Women (WCCW) and Mission Creek Correctional Center for Women (MCCCW). OC is hiring both full- and part-time positions.
Corrections Faculty members are professional educators primarily responsible for providing a quality education for all Olympic College students. The faculty member's relationship with the student is that of teacher, mentor, and facilitator of learning. This position reports to the Associate Dean of Corrections Education at WCCW and MCCCW and will teach classes to incarcerated individuals housed at WCCW or MCCCW. Successful candidates will teach assigned classes, prepare teaching materials, assign grades, maintain records, and consult with students as required by the instructional division.
This posting is being advertised to fulfill a contract awarded to Olympic College (OC) by the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) to operate a correctional education program at Washington Correctional Center for Women and Mission Creek Correctional Center for Women following an interagency agreement with the Department of Corrections. Olympic College and its employees working in a correctional education program are expected to follow all Department of Corrections (DOC) Policies, IT, and other Security requirements, follow DOC Operational Memorandums, and comply with the Superintendent's directions. Essential Functions
Teach classes in one of the following disciplines: Basic Skills, High School Completion, Developmental Education, Business and/or Business Technology, Technical Design, Computer Programming, Web Development, or Horticulture. Successful candidates are skilled at utilizing both lecture and laboratory modes of instruction.
Participate with department faculty in curriculum revision, program management, and research-related activities.
Interview and screen prospective students for the program.
Maintain competency assessment records and student progress accountability measures on all students enrolled in the assigned course sections.
Monitor and evaluate student performance, including daily documentation, tracking, and grade assignment.
Ensure that classroom/lab and equipment are in excellent condition and maintained.
Participate in meetings and training as required by the college and DOC.
Competencies
Ability to interact with those in custody and the public according to expected guidelines, treating people with dignity and respect.
Ability to effectively combine various methods to enhance understanding, including demonstrations, lectures, group discussions and activities, individual activities, etc., to ensure student success.
Ability to recognize the value of cultural, ethnic, gender, and other individual differences in people.
Ability to build constructive working relationships characterized by high integrity, cooperation, and mutual respect.
Ability to design and implement program curriculum, aligning with state and federal standards and college program requirements.
Demonstrate a commitment to teaching students with limited formal education and the experienced student desiring to further their career goals.
Skill in accommodating accessibility needs through course materials and activities.
Collaborative mindset and teamwork capabilities.
Diligence in maintaining records and discipline standards.
Ability to develop accurate standards to measure learning or administer testing or other evaluations to determine program/course effectiveness.
Dedication to teaching a diverse student body with varying backgrounds.
Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing, fostering effective relationships.
Commitment to ethics, integrity, and professional judgment.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Adult Education, Education, Applied linguistics, or other appropriate field. (Master's degree required for English and Math).
Two years successful teaching, with community college teaching in a correctional facility being the most highly prized, or related training experience.
Intermediate-level technology competency, including Microsoft Office Applications and ability to embrace and learn new instructional technologies.
Demonstrated experience facilitating the success of students who represent a broad range of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Adult Education, Education, Applied linguistics, or other appropriate field.
Student advising and student recruitment experience desired.
Curriculum development and evaluation.
Experience teaching in a correctional facility.
Additional Information
Terms of Employment
Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.This is a temporary full-time faculty position contracted on an annual basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary will be prorated to reflect the actual contract days remaining in the academic year. The salary listed is a range based on per month for the quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments may be a part of the instructional load.Full-time faculty qualify for the following benefits. Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Retirement option between SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA or Department of Retirement Systems Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, leave - sick/personal leave, Aflac, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.Working Conditions This is a full-time temporary instructional assignment. All classes will be taught at the Department of Corrections facilities-WCCW or MCCCW. Department of Correction positions are grant-funded, and funding is not guaranteed. The position will end upon loss of grant funding. All Olympic College staff employed at the Correction Education facilities must be cleared by an FBI background check before being hired into such positions and complete a 3-week corrections training program. Information from the background check may not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Conditions of EmploymentA background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required by WB HB 2327.Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as employees.How To ApplyTo be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:Olympic College Online ApplicationA letter of interest detailing how you meet the qualifications and competencies for this positionCurriculum vitae or comprehensive resumeContact information for three professional referencesUnofficial transcripts for application purposes: official transcripts are required before an official start date. EEO StatementOlympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment. It does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a war veteran. Olympic College provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities by the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies: HRticket@olympic.edu. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the job description and can be changed or modified without notice.
