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Core Instructor

Ivy Tech is currently accepting applications for a Core Instructor located at the Westville Correctional Facility. Come join our team!

General purpose and scope of the position

Help students to learn subject matter which will lead toward fulfillment of their potential intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth. Directs, assesses, and evaluates the learning experiences of students along with assessing the effectiveness of the academic area/s in which he/she is employed to teach. Provide instruction needed for students to qualify for certification in the respective fields.

Major Responsibilities

Instruct and guide the class in an efficient and effective manner; provide hands-on training
Maintain records of student attendance, academic progress, and grades as required by the correctional facility, Ivy Tech, and Indiana Department of Corrections
Approach the subject matter in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
Begin and end classes on time according to IDOC, Correctional Facility, and Ivy Tech schedules.
Provide education services utilizing the materials and equipment required in the curriculum from the Certifying Agency
Assess student learning according to Indiana Workforce Development Educational Functioning Level Assessment Policy, DWD Policy.
Maintain records as required by the Indiana Department of Correction, the Correctional Facility, and Ivy Tech Community College.
Record student data in a Department of Workforce Development database for National Reporting Purposes.
Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships with students, peers, and community leaders.
Provide for the care and protection of Ivy Tech and Facility property.
Attend meetings as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Relevant and documented work experience in the vocational field. Already hold or agree to obtain facility-provided training for certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree. Prior experience in a correctional setting is preferred.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.