Community Education - Youth Programs Instructor

Parkland College; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois, is seeking Adjunct Faculty to teach diverse youth courses focused on hands-on, engaging learning experiences. Candidates need a Bachelor's degree and two years of teaching experience.

Applicants should submit course proposals in subjects like math, science, coding, and arts aimed at students aged 6-18. This part-time role is contingent on course proposals and minimum enrollment requirements.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in education or related field.
• Passion and proficiency in subject area.
• Ability to commit to the full session.

Responsibilities

• Submit complete daily lesson plans by deadline.
• Provide classroom instruction according to objectives.
• Maintain high teaching and learning standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work with diverse backgrounds

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Adjunct Faculty appointments are located on Parkland College's Campus in Champaign, Illinois and have a salary range of $25.00 - $35.00 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Community Education provides a variety of youth courses for students, ages 6-18 years, in a relaxed, non-graded environment on a part-time, class-by-class basis throughout the year after school, a weekend or series of weekends. Courses should engage students in learning that will be challenging and offer a "hands‑on" experience.

Applicants are encouraged to submit proposals that engage students in math, science, culinary arts, technology, fine and visual arts, and other topics. Example areas include robotics, coding, video game design, graphic arts, painting, culinary, pottery/ceramics, introduction to medicine/medical careers, and 3D design and construction.

Hiring is contingent upon the course proposal and meeting the minimum class.

Applicants Must Submit

• An online employment application
• Cover letter
• Resume or CV
• Copy of official transcripts from the institution where you received your highest degree. If hired, certified official transcript is required.
• A proposal for each class you wish to teach (may attach as PDF to application).

Proposal Requirements

• Instructor’s name and current contact information, including a valid email address
• Course title and description
• Brief description of course objectives and goals
• Appropriate ages/grade level for the proposed course (e.g., 6-8, 8-11, 8-13, 11-13, 13-18 years, etc.)
• Preferred session and class time
• Applicants are encouraged to submit course proposals that will engage students in technology, math, science, engineering, and fine and visual arts. Proposals in coding, app invention, robotics, engineering, circuit building, graphic design, introduction to invention, painting, fiber arts, weather/climate change, chemistry, physics, introduction to languages, simple construction, and/or cultural studies will be given consideration.

Program Goals

• Youth programs are designed to attain the following goals:
• Provide hands‑on explorations in specialized fields such as science, math, language arts, computer science, technology, humanities, and fine arts.
• Provide challenging experiences and intellectual stimulation for students to develop their special interests.
• Build key skills for future success.
• Expose students to a learning atmosphere that will motivate them to achieve their highest potential.

Essential Job Functions

• Submit complete daily lesson plans, course syllabus, proposed supply list and budget by the established deadline.
• Provide classroom instructions in accordance with stated objectives and established course outline.
• Commit to teach the entire class time.
• Patience when working with youth.
• Maintain a high standard of teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Perform all other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Two (2) years' experience in education (teaching) or a related field and/or teaching children ages six (6) through eighteen (18) years.
• Prospective new hires will successfully complete a post‑offer, pre‑employment criminal background check with fingerprinting.
• Demonstrated passion and proficiency in the proposed subject area.
• Must provide classroom and/or online instruction to meet stated course objectives.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills. Professional attitude and ability to work with others.
• Ability to work with individuals from various backgrounds and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Ability to commit to the full session for which they are applying. All classes are contingent upon meeting minimum enrollment.
• Candidates who are SURS annuitants must either not be a SURS annuitant or be willing to suspend their SURS annuity upon employment. (This applies to all SURS annuitants except those receiving their annuity under either the Self‑Managed Plan (SMP) or by lump‑sum payment.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Parkland College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.