Continuing Education Instructor and Lecturer

Continuing Education Instructor and Lecturer

Company:

Oakton College

Job Location:

Des Plaines, Illinois

Category:

Adult and Workforce Education Instructors

Type:

Adjunct/Part-Time Company Description:

Educate. Empower. Transform At Oakton College, we know education changes lives - and that starts with the people who make it happen. For more than 50 years, we've built a welcoming and inclusive community where students from all backgrounds and experiences thrive. We're looking for passionate educators, professionals and leaders to join our team. Whether in the classroom, student support, or behind the scenes, your talents and expertise will make a difference and shape the future. We provide dynamic learning environments that empower students and employees alike with campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie and a Health Careers Education Center in Evanston. As a proud institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Oakton is more than a college - it's a place where innovation, equity and lifelong learning drive everything we do. We value diverse perspectives and embrace new ideas and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and student-centered culture. Continuing Education is seeking dynamic instructors and lecturers to provide high-quality, engaging learning experiences for adult lifelong learners across our community. Our instructors and lecturers present with enthusiasm and utilize practical, effective teaching strategies tailored to adult student development. Responsibilities include supporting the strategic goals of Oakton College and the Continuing Education division while creating an inclusive, empowering learning environment for a diverse adult population. Opportunities are available to teach specialized courses and workshops or 1-day lectures for the Emeritus Lecture Series. The Emeritus Lecture Series features three thematic categories: My Kind of Town - Chicago and surrounding area history, arts, current events and more (Monday afternoons from 1:00-2:30 p.m.)

Passages - Humanities-based topics such as art, theater, history, music and more (Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-2:30 p.m.)

Passport - Foreign relations, current events, science, political issues, economics and more (Thursday afternoons from 1:00-2:30 p.m.) Specialized courses and workshops may encompass the following topics, but are not limited to: Creative Arts, Literature and Cinematic Arts

Technology & Digital Literacy

Humanities, History and Philosophy

Current Events

Languages and Culture Requirements:

Minimum of Master's degree in the relevant field, or Bachelor's + 3 years of experience

Relevant teaching experience and demonstrated expertise in the relevant field

Experience with curriculum development preferred

Awareness and knowledge of student learning styles and strategies to address such variety

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to use online platforms as educational tools (e.g., Google Meet, Zoom, Learning Management Systems)

Enthusiasm for teaching and learning of the discipline area

Willingness to support the goals of Oakton College and the Continuing Education division and create effective learning environments for diverse populations of students

Additional Information:

Essential Functions of the

Position:

Preparation of program learning activities and instructional materials (as appropriate)

Delivery of instruction, including being prepared for and meeting programs at scheduled times Compliance with departmental and institutional policies and procedures including but not limited to submission of midterm and final grades, and Compliance with institutional procedures Salaries Salaries are dependent upon the nature of the program and the instructor's experience. For information regarding employment eligibility, please visit our employment at Oakton web page.

Equal Opportunity Employer Application Instructions:

Please be sure to have a current resume, cover letter, and list of, at least, three (3) professional references with contact information prepared to submit with your application. Oakton College conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law and in accordance with the Illinois Department of Human Rights Conviction Record Protection Act of March 2021. Posted positions may be removed from the Oakton website without notice when it is determined that no additional applicants are required. Oakton College does not utilize E-Verify for employment eligibility verification. HigherEd360 is part of the HigherEdJobs network.