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Elgin Community College is hiring a Respiratory Care Adjunct Faculty (Spring 2027) to lead classroom, lab, and clinical instruction for the college's respiratory care program. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy, an active RRT credential, and an Illinois RCP license, along with four years of clinical respiratory care experience and two years teaching in a CoARC-accredited program. Pay follows a per-contact-hour rate set under the college's collective bargaining agreement.

Highlights

Conducts classes, labs, and/or clinicals, preparing lessons and providing a course syllabus with grading and attendance policies
Verifies student enrollment and submits grade sheets each term
Tracks student performance and delivers timely feedback
Maintains office hours and refers students to campus support services as needed
Calls for a bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy or a related health science field
Requires an active RRT credential and a current Illinois RCP license
Draws on four years of Registered Respiratory Therapist experience, including at least two in clinical respiratory care
Adds two years of teaching experience in a CoARC-accredited program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor
Pays $1,098 to $1,140 per contact hour depending on education level, per the current collective bargaining agreement
Includes retirement plan options, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program

Respiratory Care Adjunct Faculty (Spring 2027) Full Description

Respiratory Care Adjunct Faculty (Spring 2027)

Work Schedule

Hours vary and may include day, evening and weekend responsibilities. Courses are taught in a classroom setting and may include a lab component. Please indicate your availability in your cover letter.

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)
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

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or a related health science field
Must hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential and current Illinois State RCP license
Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care
Two (2) years of experience teaching either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC accredited respiratory care program, or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for students of such programs

Essential Duties

Deliver Instruction:

Conduct assigned classes, labs and/or clinicals
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
If a lab is involved: prepare labs and enforce lab safety procedures

Evaluate Student Progress:

Keep accurate record of student performance
Provide students with timely feedback

Provide Student Assistance:

Maintain office hours and voice-mail/e-mail communication
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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