Continuing Education Instructor - Part-Time

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 110,208; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time Continuing Education Instructor for Olive-Harvey College in Chicago. Ideal candidates will engage diverse learners in courses such as Art, Music, and Finance, developing effective teaching strategies.

Instructors will foster collaboration and teamwork while contributing to students' academic growth. Salary ranges from $17.00 to $80.00 per hour, based on course requirements.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience is not required; industry experience is valued.
• Must handle outdoor activities in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and facilitate courses to meet learning outcomes.
• Create an effective learning environment for students.
• Promote collaboration among academic communities.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to communicate with diverse backgrounds

Experience with multi-lingual student population

Education

Degree/certification (depending on course)

Tools

Knowledge of Brightspace

Job description

CONTINUING EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR (PART-TIME)

Olive-Harvey College

Olive-Harvey College is currently seeking part‑time Continuing Education Instructors. If you have a passion for teaching and learning, and are committed to the mission of the community college, consider joining our team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in the classroom by developing and using effective teaching strategies that meet students’ diverse needs and engage the student in critical thinking and problem‑solving.

Continuing Education courses are short, focused courses offered for personal growth and professional development. We are currently seeking instructors to teach non‑credit, adult enrichment courses on various topics including Art, Music, Travel, Computers, Real Estate, Finance and Investment, Fitness and more. Most courses for adults meet once a week for three hours on a weekday evening or Saturday morning for 1–8 weeks. No academic credit is awarded.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instruct/facilitate courses to meet learning outcomes and promote students’ active participation in their own learning
• Create an effective learning environment that fosters students’ intellectual curiosity and helps students to problem‑solve using discipline‑specific thinking strategies
• Contribute to and provide leadership in the student’s academic and professional communities, and promote collaboration and teamwork among members of these communities
• Perform other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree/certifications may be required depending on course offering
• Teaching experience not required; industry experience valued
• Knowledge of Brightspace preferred but not required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with staff and students of diverse background required
• Experience with a diverse, multi‑lingual student population desired, as is a commitment to the open access mission of the community college
• Must be able to spend majority of time outdoors and tolerate variety of weather conditions if necessary

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Cover letter indicating discipline of interest
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Official transcript if hired for a course that requires a degree

Courses may be conducted in various delivery modes, such as face‑to‑face, online, hybrid, or blended formats. Face‑to‑face courses will meet on the Olive‑Harvey College campus.

Salary based on course and requirements: range: $17.00–$80.00 per hour.

We are an equal‑opportunity and affirmative action employer.