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Ivy Tech Community College
Adult Basic Education Instructor
Assessment
Adult Education
Teaching
Edtech.com's Summary
Ivy Tech Community College is hiring an Adult Basic Education Instructor to teach incarcerated adult learners at the Indiana State Prison in Michigan City through Ivy Tech's Correctional Education programs. The full-time, year-round teaching role centers on helping students earn their GED, with lessons aligned to curriculum standards, regular assessment of progress, and academic advising that prepares students for re-entry. The instructor works with the site manager and the instructional team to keep the program running smoothly.
Highlights
- Design and deliver standards-aligned lessons that promote active learning, check for understanding throughout instruction, and support diverse learners, including students with IEP, 504, and English language learner needs.
- Administer TABE, GED Ready, and other formal and informal assessments, and give students timely, constructive feedback on their progress.
- Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and student files, and enter required completion data into the InTERS/Delta systems.
- Support continuous quality improvement processes and instructional audits, along with FERPA, security, and compliance requirements.
- Help with student onboarding, placement, and orientation, and with classroom and testing preparation.
- Provide academic advising and re-entry guidance while building positive rapport and keeping professional boundaries with students.
- Collaborate with the Site Manager and instructional team, take part in meetings, training, and coaching, and help with events such as graduations and recognition ceremonies.
- Bachelor's degree, a valid Indiana teaching license or the ability to obtain one within a specified period, and experience supporting diverse learners.
- Master's degree and experience in adult education, corrections, ABE, CTE, special education, or alternative education preferred.
- Full-time salaried position paying $50,000 to $52,000.
Adult Basic Education Instructor Full Description
Ivy Tech Madison is currently accepting applications for an Adult Basic Education Instructor located at the Indiana State Prison in Michigan City, IN. Come join our team and help our students achieve their GED!
General Purpose / Position Summary:
The IDOC Licensed Teacher provides high-quality instruction to incarcerated adult learners in Ivy Tech Correctional Education programs. The teacher delivers curriculum-aligned lessons, assesses student progress, maintains required documentation, and collaborates with site leadership to support successful program outcomes and re-entry preparation.
This is a full-time, year-round teaching position located at the Indiana State Prison.
Major Job Responsibilities:
Instruction
- Provide high-quality, standard-aligned instruction.
- Design and deliver lessons that promote active learning.
- Begin and end classes on time per facility and Ivy Tech schedules.
- Present clear explanations to ensure student understanding.
- Check for understanding throughout instruction.
- Integrate technology and approved resources when available.
- Support diverse learning needs, including IEP/504/ELL.
- Encourage student engagement and participation.
- Support distance-learning and supplemental platforms.
Learning Assessment & Academic Progress
- Assess student learning using formal and informal tools.
- Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently.
- Provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Administer TABE, GED Ready, and other assessments.
- Maintain accurate student grades and records.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate attendance and documentation.
- Ensure accurate entry into InTERS/Delta as required.
- Submit completion documentation promptly.
- Maintain student files per policy requirements.
- Support FERPA, security, and compliance requirements.
- Support continuous quality improvement (CQI) processes and instructional audits.
- Care for classroom materials and technology.
Program & Operational Support
- Collaborate with Site Manager and instructional team.
- Participate in meetings, training, and coaching.
- Support student onboarding, placement, and orientation.
- Assist with classroom and testing preparation.
- Support events such as graduations and recognition.
Classroom Culture & Student Support
- Build positive rapport while maintaining boundaries.
- Model professional and prosocial behaviors.
- Promote safe, inclusive classroom culture.
- Provide academic advising and re-entry guidance.
Professionalism
- Uphold Ivy Tech and IDOC expectations and ethics.
- Maintain cooperative working relationships.
- Participate in professional development.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Valid Indiana teaching license or ability to obtain teaching license within a specified period of time.
- Experience supporting diverse learners.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree.
- Experience in adult education or corrections.
- Experience with ABE, CTE, SPED, or alternative education.
Pay Information:
Salary range $50,000-$52,000.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
Work-Life Balance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
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