Adjunct Instructor, Communication

Joliet Junior College; United States; On-site; USD 1,599,393 - 1,680,672; Part time

Job summary

Joliet Junior College seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Communication to teach courses for one semester, reporting to the Department Chair. Willingness to teach at other campus sites is required, and the position is covered by the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Communication and demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning, with expertise in instructional technologies and the ability to work well with diverse student

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Communication or related field.
• Expertise in appropriate technologies for instruction.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college.
• Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes in appropriate instructional area.
• Participate in annual student and chair/coordinator evaluations.
• Comply with departmental curriculum, grading standards, attendance policies, textbook choices, and assessments.
• Attend classes regularly; return college reports, credentials, and other requested documentation in a timely manner; effectively communicate with appropriate staff.
• Comply with all legal and ethical obligations, including FERPA, ADA, and other regulatory legislations.
• Commit to furthering the mission, goals, and core values of the college at all times.
• Meet other contractual obligations as spelled out in the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Student engagement

Course management software

Education

Master’s Degree in Communication

Ph.D., Ed.D, or J.D. (preferred for higher pay)

Tools

Course management systems

Job description

Position Title: Adjunct Instructor, Communication

Job Description: POSITION TITLE: Adjunct Instructor, Communication

STATUS: Part time

DEPARTMENT: Fine Arts

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

UNION: Adjunct-JUAC, IEA-NEA

REPORTS TO: Department Chair

PLACEMENT: Faculty

HIRING RANGE: Hiring Rate Per Contact Hour: Fall 2026 to Summer 2027: $1161.00 if candidate holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and $1220.00 if candidate holds a Ph.D., Ed.D, or J.D.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background.

Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY

An adjunct community college instructor is an instructor hired for one semester to teach one or more courses for which he/she is qualified to teach. The adjunct instructor reports to the appropriate Instructional Coordinator and/or Department Chair; provides quality instruction for the assigned courses. The instructor works with full-time faculty in assessing students and following all course guidelines. Willingness to teach at other campus sites is required. Adjunct instructors may submit preferences for locations and loads. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach classes in appropriate instructional area.
• Participate in annual student and chair/coordinator evaluations.
• Comply with departmental curriculum, grading standards, attendance policies, textbook choices, and assessments, and other established processes.
• Attend classes regularly; return college reports, credentials, and other requested documentation in a timely manner; effectively communicate with appropriate staff.
• Comply with all legal and ethical obligations, including FERPA, ADA, and other regulatory legislations. Communicate discrepancies to appropriate officials.
• Commit to furthering the mission, goals, and core values of the college at all times.
• Meet other contractual obligations as spelled out in the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Communication, Speech or Speech Communication (Mass Communication and Public Relations are not acceptable).
• Expertise in appropriate technologies for instruction.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college.
• Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Experience at the community college level.
• Experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in teaching online and/or using course management programs.
• Experience in course development and assessment, planning, quality and accreditation processes, and committee service.
• English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
• Demonstrated multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standard classroom equipment and software.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Classroom teaching environment.

Benefits

Part Time - Adjunct Faculty-JUAC, IEA-NEA | Joliet Junior College Full Time/Part Time: Part time Union (If Applicable): Scheduled Hours: 10 Founded in 1901 as the nation’s first public community college, JJC’s dedication to student learning, community prosperity, and personal growth has influenced generations of students and community partners. Our six campuses and extension centers ensure accessibility and empower 30,000 students annually to improve their lives through the power of education. Our commitment to our mission drives the change and innovation necessary to meet the evolving needs of our students, employees, and community. Our continued success is drawn from talented, diverse, and committed employees whose knowledge and passion for education create a thriving culture both in and out of the classroom. JJC supports an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone can learn, grow, and perform at their best.

ANNUAL CLERY SAFETY REPORT (ASR) NOTICE

Joliet Junior College is committed to assisting members of the JJC community in providing for their own safety and security. The annual CLERY security report is available at the JJC Police Department website: along with other safety information. If you would like to receive the ASR in booklet form, you may stop by the Campus Police Department located on Main Campus in G-1024 or call Campus Police at 815-280-2234. The website and booklet contain information regarding campus security and personal safety such as crime prevention and reporting, police law enforcement authority, disciplinary procedures and other related security policies. They also contain information about crime statistics for the three previous years for all JJC campuses, property owned and controlled by JJC District 525 and on public property immediately adjacent to JJC campuses. This information is required by law and is made available by the Joliet Junior College Police Department.