Instructional Assistant Professor – University College

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 12,694 - 15,205; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement planning options

Tuition waiver benefits

Job summary

A reputable educational institution is seeking an Instructional Assistant Professor for a part-time, non-tenure-track position in University College. This role involves fostering student success through a course designed for first-year students, focusing on their transition to college. Responsibilities include facilitating classes, grading assignments, and collaborating with faculty. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and prior teaching experience, along with strong interpersonal skills. Benefits include insurance and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching, tutoring, or facilitating educational development sessions.
• State law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in English.
• Experience working with students and faculty.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate one class section of IDS 128.
• Hold weekly office hours and attend classes.
• Grade assignments and submit feedback.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Effective teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job no: 521222 Work type: On Campus Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: Instructional Assistant Professor – University College Employee Classification: Instructional Asst Professor Division Name: Academic Affairs 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 128 – Thriving in College, Career and Beyond.

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 128 (THRIVE) is a 3‑credit hour course designed to assist first‑year students in any field of study with successfully transitioning from high school to college and career. Through instructor guidance, this course will focus on student self‑exploration and reflection, habits of successful and well students, connecting to campus resources, exploring and preparing for educational and career goals, and identifying and strengthening career‑ready and executive functioning skills.

The Thrive instructor works in collaboration with the Curriculum Services faculty and staff, as well as other staff members of University College and Illinois State University, 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 128 – Thriving in College, Career, and Beyond
• Complete pre‑semester and ongoing training
• Hold weekly scheduled office hours
• Attend each 50 minute class session (i.e., three days a week, M/W/F) 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 responsible for grading all assignments and correctly submitting grades/feedback in Canvas
• Complete and submit Early Alert, Progress Report, and Final grades

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

Starting at $1250 per month based on Part Time Equivalent for a 3‑credit hour course.

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 First‑time in College (FTIC) students
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

August 14, 2026

Required Applicant Documents

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

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]. 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].

Application Opened: 01/23/2026 09:00 AM CST
Application Closes: Open Until Filled