Adjunct Instructor – Law Enforcement

Morton College; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks an adjunct instructor to teach law-related courses in a dynamic learning environment. This role involves preparing and delivering engaging lessons in an 8-week compressed format while maintaining academic integrity and supporting student success. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Criminal Justice or a related field, along with a passion for teaching and a commitment to the college's core values. Join a diverse community dedicated to enhancing the quality of life through exemplary education and lifelong learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate core values of compassion, fairness, respect, responsibility, tolerance, and truth.
• Experience teaching at a college level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach law-related courses in an 8-week compressed format.
• Maintain grade book and record student attendance.
• Submit course syllabus prior to course start date.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

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Reports To and Evaluated by Associate Dean of Adult and Career Technical Education

Required Qualifications

MA in Criminal Justice or related field.

Must be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of compassion, fairness, respect, responsibility, tolerance and truth.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching at a College level.

Job Summary

The adjunct instructor will teach 8 week compressed format in-person courses. The responsibilities and duties of the instructor may change as the needs of the college arise.

Specific Job Duties

• Teach law-related courses.
• Submit personalized course syllabus to Deans’ Office in electronic format one (1) week prior to course start date.
• Distribute and review comprehensive course syllabus to students no later than the first week of the course.
• Receive, understand, and follow Course Data Form as distributed by Deans’ Office.
• Adhere to printed course schedule meeting times and locations.
• Obtain prior approval for any substitute teachers or guest speakers from Deans’ Office.
• Maintain grade book in electronic or hard copy format.
• Take and record student Attendance each day.
• Submit accurate and certified Tenth (10th) Day Attendance Verification and Mid-Semester Class Roster or other report to Deans’ Office.
• Give final exam at the time and date indicated on the college’s Final Exam Schedule.
• Respond to e-mails from students, staff, and college administrators in a timely manner while classes are in session using assigned college designated e-mail.
• Check assigned college mailbox regularly.

Salary Range

Salary Range Per CBA

Posting Number

Posting Number ADJ00160PU

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 08/14/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 05/05/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Morton College is a public college located in Cicero, IL (minutes from downtown Chicago). Morton College is the second oldest college in the State of IL. As a comprehensive community college who is recognized by the IL Community College Board, Morton College’s mission is: To enhance the quality of life of our diverse community through exemplary teaching and learning opportunities, community service, and life-long learning. Morton College is an HSI – Hispanic Serving Institution.

We strive to have a culture where our community comes first! Morton College is dedicated to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best diverse talent to join our team. Minorities, women, individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for employment opportunities.

Higher Education is the place to be! Morton College is the place to be!

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
  • Morton "careers" website
  • Internal posting
  • Monster
  • Careerbuilder
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • Higher Ed jobs
  • HACU
  • newspaper/trade journal
  • LinkedIn
• * What is the highest degree completed?
  • H.S. Diploma
  • Associates
  • Bachelors
  • Masters
  • PhD
• * Are you at State Universities Retirement System (SURS) annuitant, currently receiving a monthly annuity, or plan to apply for a retirement annuity under SURS within the next three (3) months?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Transcripts

Optional Documents

Letters of Recommendation

Curriculum Vitae

Evaluations (for Faculty)

Other

Specialized Certifications

Letters of Recommendation (2)

Morton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.