*As of 12/12/24, this posting has been updated to reflect a new priority consideration date. * Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) is seeking a creative and talented instructor focused on student success who has a strong knowledge background to fulfill the full-time Basic Skills Instructor in the Corrections Education program located at the Washington State Penitentiary in Walla Walla, Washington.

This position is filled to fulfill a contract awarded to Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) by the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges{rel="nofollow"} (WSBCTC) to operate a correctional education program at WSP in accordance with an interagency agreement with the Department of Corrections. Walla Walla Community 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.

At Walla Walla Community College, we inspire all students to discover their potential and achieve their goals by providing relevant, equitable, and innovative learning opportunities and services. As an organization, we value learning opportunities, a sense of community, diversity, health and humor, excellence, integrity, teamwork, innovation, personal and professional growth, and sustainability.

This position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by January 1, 2025 @ 11:59pm PST. See Required Application Materials section for more information

General Description: Provide instruction for the High School+, GED, ELA (English Language Acquisition) instruction or I-BEST (Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training) Career and Academic Preparation at our Corrections Education campus at the Washington State Penitentiary, in Walla Walla, Washington. The position includes demonstrated and accurate knowledge of effective language instruction, adult education learning theory, college and career readiness standards to ensure that students advance in the command of the English language and academic and college readiness skills concurrently. This is a full-time annual contract for 212 days teaching responsibilities are 35 hours per week. This position will be working a combination of weekend and evening hours.

Teaching and Related Responsibilities Essential Functions:

Teach Career and Academic Preparation(CAP), GED, ELA, HS+, and I-Best classes

Plan and organize instruction using College and Career Readiness Standards and/or High School+ competency measures. Interview and screen prospective students into the program.

Plan and organize instruction using college and career readiness standards, and assessment that may include CASAS competency measures as appropriate

Encourage the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate activities and assignments focusing on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills

Maintain competency assessment records and student progress accountability measures on all students enrolled in the assigned course sections.

Advise students in their course selections and programs and make referrals as necessary; -Serve on college committees and contribute to campus activities.

Team teach in professional technical and/or academic IBEST course sequences.

Create authentic assessments of students' knowledge, skills, and abilities in ABE/IBEST that measure course, program, and college wide outcomes.

Develop inclusive curriculum that reflects the diversity of student experience, including marginalized students.

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