Job Description
Position Summary Information
General Description of Position
Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean of Business and Community Services, the Adjunct Instructor, Economics/Finance/Business is responsible for instructing students in various academic courses on-site at a correctional facility.
This position is within the Prison Education Program ( PEP). Prior experience teaching in a prison context is preferred. Training and orientation are provided by the correctional facilities and Southeast Community College’s Prison Education Program. This is a part-time temporary position and is part of a pooled adjunct faculty posting for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Essential Functions
Provide Instruction in Assigned Subject Areas
Teaching assignments for this position include, but are not limited to, Fundamentals of Investing, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Personal Finance, and other business courses as needed.
The instructor implements teaching strategies, monitors and evaluates student progress, and keeps accurate student records. The instructor works with the Dean, Associate Dean, Program Chair, and other instructors.
Promote a Culture of Belonging
Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.
Marginal Functions
- Operate and utilize appropriate technologies as part of the teaching process.
- May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
- Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
- Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.
- Ability to use basic computer skills.
- Ability to lift and carry up to ten (10) pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.
- The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field with 18 graduate hours in Finance, Economics, and/or business courses or business-related topics.
- Two (2) years’ experience in the business world.
Desired Qualifications
- Series Exam certification or previous certifications.
- Two (2) years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
- Online teaching experience.
- Familiarity working in carceral settings.
Salary
TBD
Benefits
Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.
Schedule
This is a part-time, temporary position with assignments based on program needs.
