Adjunct Faculty - Office of Innovative Professional Learning

DePaul University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,017 - 50,833; Part time

Job summary

A prominent university in Chicago is seeking qualified individuals for part-time faculty positions across diverse disciplines. The role involves teaching and providing professional development aligned with best practices. Successful candidates will engage with students from a range of backgrounds. This is an ongoing recruitment effort, and interested parties should submit their credentials accordingly.

Qualifications

• Expertise in best practices in teaching practice areas.
• Ability to teach in international contexts.
• Experience in curriculum design and student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Teach part‑time faculty positions in various disciplines.
• Provide individualized professional development.
• Engage with students from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Curriculum design

Student engagement

Assessment

Content area integration

Data driven instruction

International Baccalaureate Programs

Leadership development

STEAM and STEM Education

Trauma informed teaching

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Office of Innovative Professional Learning

Part‑time Faculty Positions

DePaul University invites expressions of interest for a pool of qualified Part Time Faculty to teach courses in a variety of disciplines across all 10 colleges and schools. Individuals may enter expressions of interest by submitting their credentials to any posting for which they are qualified to teach. Screening of individuals in the pool is ongoing, depending on curricular need and funding. Individuals will be contacted by the department if they reach the finalist stage for teaching a particular course or set of courses. The pool will remain in place until the closing date specified in the posting details; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must resubmit. All individuals in the pool will be notified by email when the posting is closed.

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Posting Details

Job ID: 107546

Rank: Adjunct Faculty

College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Education

Position Description

The Office of Innovative Professional Learning (OIPL) in the College of Education invites expressions of interest for part‑time faculty teaching opportunities for the 2024‑2025 Academic Year. OIPL provides schools and organizations individualized and customized professional development, coaching, or mentoring that relies on best practices. Adjunct teaching opportunities are available throughout the academic year, including summer sessions. Applicants with expertise that matches with the current projects of the office will be contacted for an interview. Projects fluctuate from quarter to quarter and selected individuals will work with the Office of Innovative Professional Learning on a per project basis. Projects are not guaranteed; however the Office does its best to give ample notice about available opportunities and potential cancellations.

Qualifications

• Our students represent many different perspectives and cultures, and the university strives to recruit and sustain a faculty community where all backgrounds are valued and supported.
• Training teachers in best Practices in Teaching Practice Areas including:
  • Curriculum design
  • Student engagement
  • Assessment
  • Content area integration
  • Data driven instruction
  • International Baccalaureate Programs (PYP, MYP, DP and Leadership Practice)
  • Leadership development
  • Teaching in international contexts
  • STEAM and STEM Education
  • Counseling, psychology, and/or neuroscience as it relates to teaching
  • Trauma informed teaching
• Many other areas as well

Application Instructions

Applications are reviewed year‑round for this part‑time adjunct position. Questions about the application process for this role with OIPL should be sent to:

Dr. Donna Kiel
Director of Office of Innovative Professional Learning
[e-mail]

Considerations

Exceptions to standard rates may apply to courses with unique credit hours, supervision, labs, clinical/practicum courses, coaching, administrative tasks, and courses that are either over‑enrolled or under‑enrolled.

General Compensation/Benefits Statement

DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers a variety of benefit options for qualified part‑time employees. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/part-time/Pages/default.aspx

About DePaul University's Academic Calendar

Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

Close Date

Jun 30, 2026

Salary Information

The anticipated hiring rate of this position is between $3,765 and $4,555 per course, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicant Documents

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