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Harper College

Adjunct Faculty - ABE/HSE Language Arts (230986)

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Palatine, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/19/2026

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What they do

An English Language or Literature Professor leads courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$77,436 / year median in Illinois

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Qualifications Experience Requirements :

The equivalent of one year teaching work experience (2000 hrs.) in the field.

Preferred Experience :

Working with students whose English is not their first language. Experience teaching disadvantaged adults is highly desirable.

Education Requirements :

A bachelor's degree in adult education or related field

Preferred Education Requirements :

A master's degree in education related to a language arts field is preferred. Job Description Courses to be taught : HSE031 Language Arts Foundation HSE032 Language Arts Essentials HSE033 Pre-HSE Language Arts Skills HSE034 Pre-HSE Language Arts Topics

HSE035 HSE

Language Arts

HSE036 HSE

Language Arts Applications Responsibilities Teach language arts for successful completion of High School Equivalency (HSE) exam to students without a high school diploma. Deliver course content that aligns with the college's curriculum standards and student learning outcomes. Develop course syllabi, assignments, and assessments that reflect current industry practices and ensure course outcomes are met. Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that accommodates diverse learning styles and promotes student success. Use technology and other resources to enhance course delivery and student engagement, including online, hybrid, or face-to-face modalities. Maintain accurate records of student's progress and grades. Must adhere to mid-term verification and final grade posting deadlines. Adhere to institutional policies and procedures, including those related to academic integrity and accessibility. Job Info Job Identification 230986 Job Category Contingent Staff Posting Date 03/26/2026, 04:25 PM Locations 1200 W Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL, 60067, US Job Schedule Part time Salary Range Per Adjunct Faculty Pay Scale Grant-funded position? No Budget-Neutral Position? Yes Salary Account Number 0001-1060-611-5103002-00000-000