Adjunct - African American Studies PT

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 1,102,080 - 1,299,076; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for African American Studies at Daley College for the Fall 2026 semester. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD or MA in relevant disciplines and demonstrate a commitment to student success through innovative teaching methods.

Responsibilities include maintaining office hours, developing course materials, and using the Blackboard system effectively. The position offers a salary range of $800.00 - $943.00 per contact hour, following the approved salary scale for City Colleges.

Qualifications

• PhD or MA in African American Studies or relevant field with appropriate coursework.
• A commitment to professional development and student-centered teaching.
• Experience with instructional technology.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellence in teaching and inspire students.
• Maintain office hours for advising and mentoring.
• Develop and revise courses and materials as needed.
• Post syllabi and grades on Blackboard.

Skills

Excellence in teaching

Integration of technology

Student mentoring and coaching

Course development

Effective teaching focus

Assessment of student learning

Student-centered teaching

Professional development

Education

PhD in African American Studies or related field

MA in African American Studies or related field

Tools

Blackboard Learning Management System

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - African American Studies PT

Daley College

Consider being a part of CCC’s transformation and join the 5,800 faculty and staff who serve 120,000 students at seven campuses and six satellite sites city-wide. The Department of Social and PsychScience is currently seeking an African American History Adjunct to teach in Fall 2026 semester.

Responsibilities

• You must demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process and the ability to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed.
• Maintain office hours for advising, mentoring and coaching students.
• Development and revision of courses and instructional materials as necessary.
• Post syllabi and grades on Blackboard.

Qualifications - External

• A PhD in African American Studies; PhD in History or othersocial scientific discipline, with significant course work in African American studies is preferred; PhD in Critical Race Studies or others with significant course work and research in African American Studies.
• At minimum, you must have a MA in African American Studies, MA in History or other social scientific discipline, with appropriate course work in African American studies. In addition to the minimum requirements, you must be focused on effective teaching; assessment of student learning; and continuous growth in the field of study. We also value expertise in student-centered teaching; facility with instructional technology, including Blackboard Learning Management System; and a commitment to professional development in teaching.

To Apply:

• Cover letter
• Resume or curriculum vitae

Note: Unofficial transcripts, a statement of your teaching philosophy and professional letters of recommendation are required at the time of interview. Official transcripts must be provided if hired.

Please note: This position may require full teaching in‑person, as hybrid schedules are not guaranteed.

The salary range for this position is $800.00 - $943.00 per contact hour. The rate paid is in accordance with City Colleges approved salary scale. Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Thank you for your interest in CCC!

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