Adjunct-Instructor, Communications - Prison Program (RISE)

Category : : Adjunct-Part Time-Prison Program

Subscribe : : Department : : RISE

Locations : : North Branch, NJ

Posted : : Sep 30, 2025

Closes : : Open Until Filled

Type : : Per Diem

Salary Type : : Hourly

Salary Range : : $1,143.00 - $1,174.00

Position ID : : 193420

About Raritan Valley Community College :

Make a difference - all while rediscovering your passion for teaching!

Apply to join Raritan Valley Community College's Returning & Incarcerated Student Education (RISE) Program. Raritan Valley Community College is seeking adjunct instructors for its innovative prison-education program, which offers RVCC's AA degree in Liberal Arts to students who are incarcerated in the New Jersey prison system. Exceptional teachers are needed in prison facilities located in Rahway, Bridgeton, Newark, Yardville, and Clinton.

Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students.

The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.

Job Description :

Raritan Valley Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach Communications courses for the Returning & Incarcerated Student Education (RISE) program. We are seeking faculty members who are committed to providing the best quality education possible for this underserved population. Specifically, we are seeking candidates for Adjunct Instructors willing to travel to South Woods State Prison in Bridgeton, NJ.

Courses that may be offered within communications are Interpersonal Communication and Speech.

Classes are offered weekdays and evenings to accommodate teachers' busy schedules.

Requirements :

Minimum of a Master's degree in Communications or closely related field.

Prior teaching experience is required, college level is preferred.

Application Instructions :

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

RVCC's starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package. To review eligible health, wellness and benefits offered, click on the following link and scroll down : https : / / www.raritanval.edu / general-information / human-resources

For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online, by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.