Adjunct Faculty - Criminology

Harper College; Hoffman Estates (IL); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Harper College in Illinois seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach LEJ 210: Criminology. The instructor will deliver course content aligned with curriculum standards, develop assignments, and assess student outcomes in daytime, evening, or online modalities.

The position requires a Master's degree in criminal justice (or related field) and at least one year of related work experience. Unofficial transcripts are required at application; workload up to 24 contact hours per academic year; prior

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in criminal justice, administration of justice, corrections or related area.
• Equivalent of one year's full-time, non-teaching work experience (2,000 hrs) in the criminal justice or related field.
• Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application.
• Adjunct faculty may be assigned up to 24 contact hours or equivalent per academic year; daytime, evening and/or online modalities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course content that aligns with the college's curriculum standards and student learning outcomes.
• Develop course syllabi, assignments, and assessments that reflect current industry practices and ensure course outcomes are met.
• Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that accommodates diverse learning styles and promotes student success.
• Use technology and other resources to enhance course delivery and student engagement, including online, hybrid, or face-to-face modalities.
• Maintain accurate records of students' progress and grades.
• Must adhere to mid-term verification and final grade posting deadlines.
• Adhere to institutional policies and procedures, including those related to academic integrity and accessibility.

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Teaching experience

Course development

Education

Master's degree in criminal justice

Tools

Canvas LMS

Blackboard

Job description

ABOUT US

We are Harper College...the college in your community.

The College was established by referendum in 1965 and openedSeptember 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, apioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and thefirst president of the University of Chicago.

Harper College is now one of the nation's premier communitycolleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000students annually in Chicago's northwest suburbs. The College's academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and fortransfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degreeand certification programs, advanced career programs, workforcetraining, professional development, continuing education classes,accelerated degree options for adults and developmental educationprograms.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois statelaw, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salaryranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices. We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience.

To review all benefit information visit us at:

https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/directory/hr/index.php

QUALIFICATIONS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description :

• Deliver course content that aligns with the college's curriculumstandards and student learning outcomes.
• Develop course syllabi, assignments, and assessments that reflectcurrent industry practices and ensure course outcomes aremet.
• Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment thataccommodates diverse learning styles and promotes studentsuccess.
• Use technology and other resources to enhance course delivery andstudent engagement, including online, hybrid, or face-to-facemodalities.
• Maintain accurate records of student's progress and grades.
• Must adhere to mid-term verification and final grade postingdeadlines.
• Adhere to institutional policies and procedures, including thoserelated to academic integrity and accessibility.

Course(s) to be taught :

LEJ 210: Criminology

Experience Requirements

Equivalent of one (1) year's full-time, non-teaching workexperience (2,000 hrs) in the criminal justice or relatedfield.

Preferred Experience

Prior teaching and/or training experience preferred.

Education Requirements

Master's degree or higher in criminal justice, administration ofjustice, corrections or related area.

Please Note

Unofficial transcripts are required at the timeof application. Applications submitted without the requiredtranscripts may be considered incomplete and may not move forwardin the hiring process.

Schedule Information

Adjunct faculty may be assigned a maximum workload of 24 contacthours or equivalent per academic year (i.e., fall and springsemesters). Classes within the program are offered in daytime,evening, and/or online modalities based on student demand.

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