Computer Science Part-time Adjunct Faculty

Oakton College; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 1,682,049 - 1,782,614; Part time

Job summary

Oakton College is seeking part-time faculty for the 2025-26 academic year. In this role, faculty will deliver instruction, prepare materials, and evaluate students in a student-centered environment.

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in computer science or a related field and possess strong communication and classroom facilitation skills. Salary rates range from $1,221 to $1,294 per lecture hour equivalent based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science or a related discipline.
• Strong communicator and effective classroom facilitator.
• Experienced in culturally competent teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Construct a course syllabus consistent with objectives and grading criteria.
• Deliver instruction and maintain office hours.
• Evaluate students and maintain performance records.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Effective classroom facilitation

Commitment to cultural competence

Innovation in college-level teaching

Education

Master’s degree in computer science or a related discipline

Job description

Part‑time faculty are paid on a lecture hour equivalents (LHE) basis. For most courses, the LHE equals the credit hour. Where additional work is required (e.g., grading in Composition or lab sections), the LHE is higher than the credit hour. All part‑time faculty begin at the base pay rates regardless of prior experience. For the 2025‑26 academic year, rates are $1,221/LHE for faculty without doctorates and $1,294/LHE for faculty with doctorates. Faculty advance one step after successful completion of two fall and spring semesters in which they teach 3+ LHEs each semester. Faculty are hired on a semester‑by‑semester basis, and assignments are conditioned on sufficient enrollment; once a course starts the faculty member is expected to complete it.

Location

Des Plaines / Skokie, IL

Essential Functions

• Construct a course syllabus consistent with the generic syllabus, including course objectives, content, and grading criteria.
• Prepare instructional materials for lecture, laboratory, and clinical functions as required.
• Deliver instruction and maintain office hours at scheduled times.
• Consult with and evaluate students.
• Maintain clear records of student performance, attendance, and grading.
• Submit midterm and final grades and comply with departmental and institutional policies, including the AFA contract.
• Participate in institutional procedures and service.

Candidate Profile

Applicants must be strong communicators and effective classroom facilitators in a student‑centered environment. Oakton values candidates committed to cultural competence, using evolving technologies, promoting critical thinking, and fostering ethical and capable global citizenship. Candidates should be enthusiastic about innovation in college‑level teaching and interested in non‑traditional instruction delivery. Faculty are expected to be professionally competent, demonstrate leadership qualities, participate in professional development, and engage in institutional and departmental service.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• College teaching experience.
• Other relevant work experience.
• Doctoral degree in computer science or mathematics.

Additional Information

• Courses to be taught: CSC 155, CSC 156, CSC 157.
• Availability required for evening, weekend, Des Plaines, Skokie, and online instruction.

Equal Opportunity Employer