Manager of Corrections & Reentry Education Programs

The Manager of Corrections & Reentry Education Programs is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of LSW’s adult education and training programs at Milwaukee County Jail (MCJ), multiple Department of Corrections (DOC) facilities in Fox Lake and Racine, and the Milwaukee Community Reentry Center.

Providing direct supervision of the MCJ Program Coordinator and two Community-Based Reentry Coordinators, the Manager oversees all student and volunteer activities including, but not limited to, recruitment, enrollment, assessment, scheduling, instruction, recordkeeping, and ongoing case-management. While daily tasks are usually carried out by the Coordinators, the Manager may need to assist during high-need times of the year, such as the beginning or end of a semester. The Manager also works closely with the Manager of Adult Education Programs to ensure that enrolled students have the resources and materials necessary to complete a GED or HSED while incarcerated, while making appropriate referrals to supportive services aligned with specific career pathways. The Manager serves as an intermediary between LSW, DOC, MCJ, WRTP|BIG STEP, federal and state-funded programs, and other partner agencies in the community to conduct outreach and manage referrals according to the guidelines of those relationships.  The Manager is also responsible for contributing to the organization-wide collection, management, and analysis of data to be used for reporting and program evaluation.

This position is assigned to multiple correctional facilities and subject to the necessary background checks, fingerprinting, and security training required of the role. We are seeking someone who is comfortable working in a predominantly male correctional environment and able to adhere to facility policies regarding security and supervision of individuals in custody.

High School Equivalency Diploma for English Learners Program Instructor

The part-time High School Equivalency Diploma for English Learners (HSED-EL) instructor will be responsible for the overall success of the HSED-EL and for instructing and managing each unit of the HSED-EL course. The expected teaching load is 14-16 instructional hours per week, or 60-70% of the total weekly hours. Additional time for preparation, feedback, and data entry will be provided. The position requires innovative and creative approaches to instruction as well as elements of program design; learner-centered educational services; knowledge of best practices in working with English language learners; curriculum development and lesson planning specific to the areas of English language arts, science, math, and social studies; and recordkeeping and reporting on outcomes achieved. The HSED-EL course occurs in-person at LSW’s Central Milwaukee location, and the course schedule is Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. When the HSED-EL is not in session, the instructor will be responsible for teaching general English language learning (ELL) courses at LSW sites and virtually. The HSED-EL instructor reports directly to the Manager of ELL Programs and works closely with the Manager of Adult Education Programs.