Adjunct Faculty, Workforce CE - Dental Assisting AY 26/27

C001 Dallas College; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Dallas College is seeking an instructor to provide non‑credit course instruction within the specified content area. All positions are on-site, with a potential hybrid schedule after six months of employment due to state law requirements for on-campus presence for academic positions.

The role requires an Associate degree or relevant certification/licensure, with transcripts due at interview. Bilingual candidates are preferred, and strong communication and customer service skills are essential for

Qualifications

• Associate degree with direct work experience in the content area or certification/licensure related to the assigned course(s).
• Official transcripts required at time of interview.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with students and staff in a teaching environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Providing course syllabi (including minimum college requirements, institutional holidays, grading policy, attendance rules, required materials, and other institutional or accreditation information).
• Maintaining accurate records for reporting grades and attendance.
• Providing student evaluations in accordance with institutional guidelines and accreditation/licensure bodies (if applicable).
• Meeting required deadlines for submitting end‑of‑course documentation to the division office.
• Completing required Dallas College professional development training hours per academic year.
• Performing other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teaching environment

Bilingual preferred

Education

Associate degree with content area experience

Certification/licensure related to course area

Job description

Position Summary

Provides instruction for non-credit course(s) within the specific content area.

Responsibilities

• Providing course syllabi (including minimum college requirements, institutional holidays, grading policy, attendance rules, required materials, and other institutional or accreditation information).
• Maintaining accurate records for reporting grades and attendance.
• Providing student evaluations in accordance with institutional guidelines and accreditation/licensure bodies (if applicable).
• Meeting required deadlines for submitting end‑of‑course documentation to the division office.
• Completing required Dallas College professional development training hours per academic year.
• Performing other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Associate degree with direct work experience in the content area or specific certification/licensure related to the assigned course(s) with work experience in that area.
• For community/non‑workforce courses: Associate degree or direct work experience in the content area with applicable certification.
• Official transcripts required at the time of interview.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with students and staff in a teaching environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality customer service.

Work Arrangement

All positions are considered on‑site roles. After six months of employment, employees may apply for a hybrid work schedule. Academic (Faculty) positions require on‑campus presence, even for online teaching, as required by state law.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with physical challenges to perform essential duties.

Screening

Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may require a fingerprint check.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dallas College is an equal‑opportunity employer that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. We will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices, beliefs, and mental or physical disability needs as required by law.