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Elgin Community College is hiring a General Biology Adjunct Faculty (Spring 2027) to teach introductory biology courses to ECC's diverse student population. The role calls for a master's degree in biology or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline, along with the flexibility to meet the department's scheduling needs. Compensation is set per contact hour under the college's current collective bargaining agreement.

Highlights

Teaches assigned biology classes and/or labs, preparing lessons and a course syllabus with grading and attendance policies
Verifies student enrollment and submits grade sheets each term
Tracks student performance and delivers timely feedback
Refers students to student support services and accommodates special needs as required
Calls for a master's degree in biology or a closely related discipline with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the subject
Requires flexibility to work a schedule set by departmental needs
Pays $1,098 to $1,140 per contact hour depending on education level, per the current collective bargaining agreement
Includes retirement plan options, paid time off, professional development funding, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program

General Biology Adjunct Faculty (Spring 2027) Full Description

General Biology Adjunct Faculty (Spring 2027)

Work Schedule

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Rate of Pay

This is a Part-Time Adjunct Faculty position with the following pay rate per contact hour: Less than MA: $1,098. MA or Above: $1,140.

The offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College's compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Benefits

Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
Paid Time Off
Professional Development/Expense
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FLSA Status

Exempt

Grant Funded

Job Summary

Adjunct teaching faculty provide instruction aligned with the college's strategic goals and evaluate students' progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

A master's degree in the discipline or in a related discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in the discipline

Essential Duties

Deliver Instruction:

Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
Prepare lessons
Provide course syllabus (which shall include grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information)
Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets

Evaluate Student Progress:

Keep accurate record of student performance
Provide students with timely feedback

Provide Student Assistance:

Refer students to student support services
Accommodate special needs students

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description.

Physical Demands, Visual Acuity & Work Environment

Physical Demands: Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)
Visual Acuity: Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)
Work Environment: Moderate noise
Environmental Conditions: Typical office or administrative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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