Chemistry Adjunct Faculty (Spring 2027)

Elgin Community College; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 1,513,000 - 1,570,000; Part time

Job summary

Elgin Community College invites applications for adjunct teaching faculty. The role provides instruction aligned with the college's goals and evaluates student progress to help students achieve educational objectives.

Hourly compensation is based on degree level: less than a master's earns $1,098 per contact hour, master's or higher earns $1,140 per contact hour; hours vary including day, evening, and weekend sessions.

Qualifications

• A master's degree in the discipline or in a related discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in the discipline.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in assigned classes and/or labs.
• Prepare lessons and course syllabus with grading standards and policies.
• Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets.
• If a lab is involved, prepare labs and enforce lab safety procedures.
• Keep accurate records of student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain office hours and respond to calls/e-mails.
• Refer students to student support services and accommodate special needs.

Skills

Deliver instruction

Conduct classes/labs

Prepare lessons

Provide syllabus with grading

Verify enrollment

Enforce lab safety

Keep student records

Provide feedback

Office hours & communication

Refer to support services

Accommodate special needs

Education

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours

Job description

About ECC:

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule:

Hours vary and may include day, evening and weekend responsibilities. Courses are taught in a classroom setting and may include a lab component. Please indicate your availability in your cover letter.

Rate of Pay:

Per Contact Hour

2026: Less than Master's = $1,098; Master's or above = $1,140

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Grant Funded:

No

Job Summary:

Adjunct teaching faculty provide instruction aligned with the college's strategic goals and evaluate students' progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

A master's degree in the discipline or in a related discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in the discipline

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

N/A

Essential Duties:

• Deliver Instruction
• 1. Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
• 2. Prepare lessons
• 3. Provide course syllabus (which shall include grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information)
• 4. Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets
• If a lab is involved:
• 5. Prepare labs
• 6. Enforce lab safety procedures
• Evaluate Student Progress
• 1. Keep accurate record of student performance
• 2. Provide students with timely feedback
• Provide Student Assistance
• 1. Maintain office hours and voice-mail/e-mail communication
• 2. Refer students to student support services
• 3. Accommodate special needs students

Other Duties:

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description

Physical Demands:

Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)

Visual Acuity:

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Work Environment:

Moderate noise

Environmental Conditions:

Typical office or administrative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.