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  • higher education in prison programs and/or
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Bard Prison Initiative: The Harlem Chair for the Study of History and Culture

The Bard Prison Initiative (BPI) invites applications of distinguished scholars for an endowed, full-time faculty position, the Harlem Chair for the Study of History and Culture. This faculty member will be the professor-in-residence at the Bard Microcollege for Just Community Leadership, located in Harlem, New York. A Ph.D. in history, American studies, art history, anthropology, sociology, or a related field is expected. Strong candidates will have a combination of the following: a strong record of scholarly research and publication or artistic or literary production, a record of public facing intellectual work that is proximate to the Harlem community, and a record as distinguished teacher of diverse student populations in discussion-based seminars. This two-year position starts July 1, 2027 with teaching responsibilities beginning in the fall semester. $120,000/yr

In-Person
NY, NY
Closing:
Jan 8, 2027
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Bridgewater State University: Assistant Professor - Critical Corrections and Prison Education

Bridgewater State University’s Department of Criminal Justice invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position to begin Fall 2027. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a variety of criminal justice courses, with preference given to candidates who have experience teaching courses in one or more of the following areas: prison education or corrections. The successful applicant will offer evidence of involvement with prison education programs like Inside/Out, scholarly activity and teaching experience related to corrections/penology, and/or activism/service regarding reentry, decarceration or abolition. $75,000-$85,000/yr

In-Person
Bridgewater, MA
Closing:
Nov 25, 2026
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Central Methodist University: Prison Education Program Systems Support Specialist

The purpose of this position is to support the Prison Education Program by maintaining Department of Corrections systems (e.g. MOCIS), Lantern, Jenzabar, and will assist with tracking, updating and communication related to transfers, graduations, and violation and other removals. In addition, this position will support the review of conduct violations weekly. May also provide support to other areas of the PEP program as requested. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. No compensation information listed.

In-Person
Fayette, MO
Closing:
Jan 8, 2027
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Central Methodist University: Faculty (Prison Education Program)

Faculty to teach individuals in Missouri correctional facilities located in Farmington and Bonne Terre, Missouri. Individual will be responsible for teaching Introduction to Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint in a face-to-face and hybrid format. Additional teaching responsibilities may include teaching courses such as BU225, Computer Apps in Business, face-to-face or through Lantern, and other possible courses as needed. Teaching assignments will be made in collaboration with the Office of the Provost. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. No compensation information listed.

Hybrid: Remote and/or In-Person
Fayette, MO
Closing:
Jan 8, 2027
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University of Baltimore’s Second Chance College Program: Program Manager

The Program Manager will manage the academic activities for the University of Baltimore’s Second Chance College Program. The role involves managing on-site and on-campus operations and serving as a key point of contact for prison leadership. Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for addressing issues that arise with regard to the academic experience for program students from academic formulation to matriculation and student progression. This position will engage with college students at the prison, justice-impacted students on campus, correctional staff, university faculty, program staff, UBalt administrative staff, and other stakeholders to effectively deliver a high-quality college program as part of the University of Baltimore’s Second Chance College Program. $70,000-$80,000/yr.

In-Person
Baltimore, MD
Closing:
Jan 8, 2027
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The Petey Greene Program: Program Manager - Tutoring Programs at Rikers Island

The Program Manager - Tutoring Programs at Rikers Island will be responsible for ensuring the provision of high-quality training and continuing education for incarcerated tutors at Rikers Island, as part of the launch of PGP educational programming at Rikers Island. Additionally, the Program Manager - Tutoring Programs at Rikers Island will be responsible for ensuring both inside and outside tutors are providing high-quality educational support to students. $68,000-$72,000/yr.

In-Person
New York, NY
Grant-funded through December 2028
Closing:
Nov 2, 2026
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Tennessee Higher Education Commission: Assistant Director of Reentry Services

Each Tennessee region has a corps of Reconnect Reentry Navigators who work with adult Tennesseans who are either currently or formerly incarcerated to help them navigate the processes of choosing a college degree program, applying for financial aid, and enrolling in the institution, and then partner with the institution to support the student through to graduation. These Reconnect Reentry Navigators are led by a Navigate Reconnect Assistant Director of Reentry Services. The Assistant Director of Reentry Services is a key role within Tennessee’s Correction Education Initiative, leading Navigate Reconnect’s work with justice-impacted postsecondary students. They provide operational, collaborative, and strategic support to the Navigate Reconnect Regional Director, serving as the direct supervisor and support lead for the regional Reentry Navigator team, working with adult learners with histories of incarceration. $75,000-$85,000/yr

Hybrid: Remote and/or In-Person
East, Middle, or West TN
3 open positions
Closing:
Nov 10, 2026
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Southeast Community College: Adjunct Instructor, Prison Education Program - English

Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean and the Program Chair, the Adjunct Instructor is responsible for instructing students in various English composition, writing, and/or literature classes. Instructors will teach on-site at a correctional facility. This position is within the Prison Education Program (PEP). Prior experience teaching in a prison context is preferred. This is a part-time temporary position and is part of a pooled adjunct faculty posting for the 2026–2027 academic year. No compensation information listed.

In-Person
Lincoln, NE
Part-time, temporary
Closing:
Dec 7, 2026
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Unlocked Labs: Project Manager, New England

Unlocked Labs is growing our New England presence and looking for a Project Manager to lead state engagements and implementation of educational technology in Department of Corrections systems across the region. You'll own the customer journey from kickoff through ongoing delivery, working closely with DOC leaders, facility staff, and product teams to get technology to the residents who need it. You'll be working alongside teammates with lived experience in the justice system and teammates with corrections domain expertise, helping shape how Unlocked Labs delivers on the ground in New England. Frequent travel throughout the region and to correctional facilities is a required part of the role. This is a growing project management team — currently two PMs, with more hires planned as state partnerships expand. $75,000-$90,000/yr

Hybrid: Remote and/or In-Person
Portland, ME
Closing:
Nov 10, 2026
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SUNY's Office of Higher Education in Prison: Re-Entry Navigation Coordinator-NYC

To intentionally support students' academic goals in reentry, OHEP recently implemented a statewide equitable Academic Reentry Program which will be administered by Academic Reentry Navigation Coordinators (Navigators) statewide. Navigators are full-time grant funded positions that further SUNY's goal of achieving fair and inclusive access to quality higher education for people who are currently incarcerated and formerly incarcerated. The Navigator works directly with currently incarcerated students to develop an Academic Reentry Plan. While planning, the Navigator and student will determine which academic programs are most appropriate and what resources are needed to reach their academic and professional goals. As students transition into the community the Navigator will continue to engage and support formerly incarcerated students through degree completion. $70,000-$75,000/yr

Hybrid: Remote and/or In-Person
Brooklyn, NY
Closing:
Nov 10, 2026
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SUNY's Office of Higher Education in Prison: Re-Entry Navigation Coordinator-Capital Region

To intentionally support students' academic goals in reentry, OHEP recently implemented a statewide equitable Academic Reentry Program which will be administered by Academic Reentry Navigation Coordinators (Navigators) statewide. Navigators are full-time grant funded positions that further SUNY's goal of achieving fair and inclusive access to quality higher education for people who are currently incarcerated and formerly incarcerated. The Navigator works directly with currently incarcerated students to develop an Academic Reentry Plan. While planning, the Navigator and student will determine which academic programs are most appropriate and what resources are needed to reach their academic and professional goals. As students transition into the community the Navigator will continue to engage and support formerly incarcerated students through degree completion. $68,000-$72,000/yr

Hybrid: Remote and/or In-Person
Albany, NY
Closing:
Nov 10, 2026
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