Instructor of Paramedics - Adjunct Pool

McHenry County College; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Part time

Job summary

McHenry County College is seeking an adjunct instructor for the Paramedics program in Crystal Lake, IL. The role involves teaching per the Concourse syllabus, developing course materials, and providing timely feedback to students to support success.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, using Canvas for course management, evaluating learning, and engaging with the department to promote educational excellence within the college community.

Qualifications

• Course-specific minimum qualifications are approved annually by MCC Board of Trustees.
• Demonstrated teaching experience is preferred.
• Commitment to the mission of the community college, and to teaching and motivating community college students in ways appropriate to their diverse backgrounds.
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach the assigned class in accordance with the learning objectives and Concourse syllabus using instructional strategies to engage students.
• Develop and manage working syllabus, course materials, and assignments.
• Provide feedback and evaluate students' performance throughout the learning process which could involve being available for student conferences either before or after class, and by College email if necessary.
• Maintain and submit class syllabus, grades and attendance records, and required course related data.
• Use educational technology (i.e. course management platform such as Canvas).
• Assess student learning and submit required reports of assessment results.
• Maintain currency in professional field.
• Work cooperatively within the department, the division, and throughout the College in striving for educational excellence.

Skills

Teaching experience

Strong communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Instructor of Paramedics - Adjunct Pool

Salary: $1,129.57 - $1,257.21 Annually

Location: McHenry County College - 8900 Northwest Hwy 14, Crystal Lake, IL

Job Type: Adjunct Faculty

Job Number: 202600084

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Business, Social Sciences & Public Services

FLSA: Exempt

Bargaining Unit: FAC

Target Hire Rate: $1,129.57 - $1,257.21 Per Contact Hour (Rate Per Semester)

Pay Grade: ADJ

Workweek: Schedule dependent upon assigned classes. Salaries are dependent upon education and semesters taught at MCC per the MCC Adjunct Faculty Agreement FY24-FY25 through FY26-FY27 (Download PDF reader).

For inquiries regarding minimum qualifications, email [e-mail].

Position Summary

This division is home to the following: Paramedics. MCC instructors are higher‑education professionals who champion student learning. They engage and inspire students, applying innovative teaching and learning pedagogies in instruction. They assess student learning to ensure students success, staying abreast of trends in the discipline. Our instructors collaborate within the College as discipline experts, helping the College reach its strategic goals through active participation in college committees and by promoting the College to future students throughout our community.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

Including but are not limited to:

• Teach the assigned class in accordance with the learning objectives and Concourse syllabus using instructional strategies to engage students
• Develop and manage working syllabus, course materials, and assignments
• Provide feedback and evaluate students' performance throughout the learning process which could involve being available for student conferences either before or after class, and by College email if necessary
• Maintain and submit class syllabus, grades and attendance records, and required course related data
• Use educational technology (i.e. course management platform such as Canvas)
• Assess student learning and submit required reports of assessment results
• Maintain currency in professional field
• Work cooperatively within the department, the division, and throughout the College in striving for educational excellence

Required Qualifications

• Course specific minimum qualifications are approved annually by the Board of Trustees and are available in all Academic Division Offices.
• Demonstrated teaching experience is preferred.
• Commitment to the mission of the community college, and to teaching and motivating community college students in ways appropriate to their diverse backgrounds.
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity

McHenry County College declares and reaffirms a policy of equal opportunity and non‑discrimination. The College will make all decisions regarding admission, employment, participation in educational programs, or activities, without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disabilities, military status, sexual orientation, gender‑related identity, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge from military service, or other factors prohibited by law. Decisions regarding employment include hiring, promotion, termination, wages or salaries, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. MCC is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible college community.

To request reasonable accommodation to participate in any aspect of the hiring process, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].