Instructional Assistant Professor (IDS 122 A03-Redbird Restart) – University College

Illinois State University; Normal, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Tuition waiver benefits

Paid benefit time

Job summary

Illinois State University invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure-track Instructional Assistant Professor in University College, Normal, IL. IDS 122A03-Redbird Restart is a 1-credit course for probation students, with a focus on time management, study skills and goal setting.

The instructor will teach one class section, attend classes, hold office hours, and report attendance and grades in Canvas, collaborating with faculty and staff to boost student persistence and success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; English proficiency is mandatory.
• Excellent interpersonal, listening and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior teaching or tutoring experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate one IDS 122A03-Redbird Restart class section.
• Complete pre-semester training and hold weekly office hours.
• Attend each class session and conduct one-on-one student meetings.
• Record attendance and submit grades in Canvas.
• Understand university policies on academic standing and reinstatement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Title: Instructional Assistant Professor – University College
Employee Classification: Instructional Asst Professor
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: Ucollege, Honors, Support Services
Department: University College
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

University College invites qualified individuals to apply for a part-time, non-tenure-track teaching position for IDS 122A03-Redbird Restart.

Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply. If a vacancy becomes available, you will be contacted via email.

IDS 122A03 (Redbird Restart) is a 1-credit hour course designed for students on academic probation to assist with building confidence and positive academic behaviors. Through instructor guidance, this course will focus on time management, habits and goal setting, study skills, mindfulness strategies and probation, dismissal, and reinstatement expectations.

The Redbird Restart instructor works in collaboration with the University College faculty and staff, as well as other Illinois State University staff and faculty, including academic advisors and campus constituents to increase student persistence and success.

Instructor duties include:

• Be directly responsible for the facilitation of one class section of IDS 122A03-Redbird Restart
• Complete pre-semester and ongoing training
• Hold weekly scheduled office hours
• Attend each 50 minute class session (i.e., two days a week, M/W) and hold a one-on-one meeting with each student throughout the semester
• Be responsible for ensuring that attendance is correctly taken for each class and reported in Canvas
• Be knowledgeable about University policies and practices regarding academic standing, academic dismissal and reinstatement, University withdrawal options and grading practices
• Be responsible for grading all assignments and correctly submitting grades/feedback in Canvas
• Complete and submit Early Alert, Progress Report, and Final grades by indicated deadlines

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

• Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life (eligibility determination)
• Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
• Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
• Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$412 per month with a non-terminal degree, $454 per month with a terminal degree

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree
2. Prior experience teaching, tutoring, or facilitating educational development sessions
3. Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, communication, and teamwork, and a commitment to student success
4. Must be able to work independently and without intense supervision but also effectively contribute to an instructional team with a learner-centered and service-oriented philosophy
5. Demonstrated experience in working with students, faculty, departmental staff, and campus administrators, as well as off-campus contacts
6. State law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in English as a requirement for this position

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master's Degree
2. College-level teaching or tutoring experience
3. Prior experience working with college students who are struggling or have experienced struggles
4. Employed by ISU or previously employed by ISU
5. Understand the challenges facing college students today
6. Strong knowledge of the ISU campus, including culture, resources, and disciplines

Work Hours

Varies

Proposed Starting Date

January 2027

Required Applicant Documents

• Resume/C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Contact Information for Applicants

Human Resources
Michelle Klunke
[e-mail]

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at [phone].