Economics Adjunct Instructor — Flexible Part-Time

College of Lake County; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 1,656,000 - 2,240,000; Part time

Job summary

College of Lake County is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach Economics in Grayslake, Waukegan, or Vernon Hills campuses and online. The role involves delivering courses, developing materials, assessing students, and participating in governance and college service.

The position is part-time with a 5-hour weekly load, requiring a Master’s degree in Economics or related field and demonstrated ability to teach macro/microeconomics. Experience with Canvas is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics or related field with at least 18 graduate credits in Economics.
• Ability to teach macroeconomics, microeconomics, and introductory economics courses.
• Ability to work with diverse cultures and backgrounds; collaborate with students, faculty, and staff.
• Competency in technologies used in college instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Economics.
• Develop instructional materials.
• Assess student learning and assign grades.
• Attend adjunct meetings in Fall and Spring semesters.
• Participate in college governance and other academic life activities.
• Maintain current knowledge of subject matter.

Skills

Teaching economics

Diversity & inclusion

Course delivery

Technology in instruction

Education

Master’s degree in Economics or related field

Tools

Canvas

Job description

College of Lake County is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach Economics in Grayslake, Waukegan, or Vernon Hills campuses and online. The role involves delivering courses, developing materials, assessing students, and participating in governance and college service.

The position is part-time with a 5-hour weekly load, requiring a Master’s degree in Economics or related field and demonstrated ability to teach macro/microeconomics. Experience with Canvas is preferred.