Adjunct, ELSA, Community & Citizenship Courses
About The Position
The Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy (ELSA), a four-year certificate program for students with disabilities, is seeking an individual to teach two (2) Community & Citizenship courses: ELS 031-86 Community & Citizenship, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:15-10:20 AM, start date = August 31, 2026. This course involves studying thinking, speaking, and writing skills within the framework of issues dealing with the community and citizenship. Students will advocate securing volunteer positions in their home community. ELS 031-85 Community & Citizenship, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:15-10:20 AM, start date = February 1, 2027. This course involves studying thinking, speaking, and writing skills within the framework of issues dealing with the community and citizenship. Students will advocate securing volunteer positions in their home community. Successful ELSA Adjuncts are invested in being collaborative, possess the desire to work in higher education, and are open to working with students with varying abilities. Position Status: Exempt Salary Range: The pay range is $3,800-$4,000 for a standard 1.0 credit (4 semester hour) course. New part-time faculty start at $3,800 (Adjunct Level 1). Work Location: This position is ineligible for remote work.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Special Education, Higher Education, Counseling or related field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Willingness to collaborate and build rapport with students.
- Open to problem-solving.
- Flexibility to work with staff regarding student/class needs.
Responsibilities
- Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction in the classroom.
- Collaborates with ELSA Director and adjunct faculty to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum as needed for mastery of course content.
- Provides students with assessment and clear feedback regarding academic performance.
- Documents student progress and maintains accurate records such as attendance, grading, and achievement of student learning outcomes.
- Maintains office hours.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
