Computer Science Adjunct Faculty

Parkland College; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 1,936,905 - 2,184,873; Part time

Job summary

Parkland College in Champaign, Illinois, seeks a Computer Science Adjunct Faculty member. Responsibilities include teaching courses in programming languages such as C++ and Java, advising students, and maintaining records in compliance with college policies. Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Computer Science and be prepared for a pre-employment background check.

This part-time position offers a competitive salary based on qualifications, and applicants are encouraged to apply sooner as positions will remain open until filled. Work may be conducted during days, evenings, weekends, or online.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science is required.
• Ability to learn new programs as technology changes.
• Professional credentials must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in computer science and digital arts.
• Provide classroom instruction according to college guidelines.
• Advise and mentor students.

Skills

C++

Java

Web Programming

Education

Master’s Degree in Computer Science

Job description

Computer Science Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Faculty appointments are located on Parkland College's Campus in Champaign, Illinois and have a salary range of $1,406.00 – 1,586.00 per Equated Contact Hour (ECH) commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications accepted until position(s) is filled. Currently seeking an instructor for Fall 2026 semester to teach CIS 122, CSC 123, CSC 140, CSC 240.

Computer Science adjunct faculty may teach in a variety of areas in computer science and digital arts. They teach part‑time, advise, and mentor students. Hiring needs are dependent on student enrollment and course schedules. Courses may be during days, evenings, weekends, or online.

Information regarding department programs: Computer Science Programs.

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.

Essential Job Functions

• Teach in one or more areas in computer science and digital arts including:
  • Programming languages – C++, Java, Web Programming, etc.
• Performs professional duties in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the college.
• Provides classroom instruction in accordance with the stated philosophy, objectives, and established course outlines of the college.
• Informs students of course regulations, evaluation procedures, and other information pertinent to the course; prepares a course syllabus for each course and distributes it early in each term.
• Is available for student advising/mentoring.
• Maintains regular office hours to ensure availability for student consultation; provides assistance to students in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate scholastic records of students; submits required reports on student progress according to published deadlines.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the department chair.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science.
• Ability to learn the Parkland information system and new programs as technology changes.
• Maintains all professional credentials required to teach in area of discipline.
• Prospective new hires will successfully complete a post‑offer, pre‑employment criminal background check with fingerprinting. The background check review includes, but is not limited to, exclusionary offenses per the Illinois School Code and Title IV of the Higher Education Act.
• In an effort to comply with SURS return‑to‑work restrictions for employers (40 ILCS 5/15-139.5), candidates for employment at Parkland College must either not be a SURS annuitant or must be willing to suspend his/her 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.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process.