Adjunct Faculty, Spanish

College of Lake County•Grayslake, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Adjunct Faculty member teaches one or more Spanish sections in the World Languages department, with a need for an instructor available to teach in-person evening classes. Courses are scheduled each academic semester and are taught using student-centered, culturally relevant methods that support diverse learning styles and needs. The instructor develops and maintains course materials and syllabi aligned with departmental standards and learning outcomes, evaluates student work, provides timely feedback, and supports student retention and success. The role also includes student consultation, maintaining course records, following college policies, participating in meetings and professional development, and collaborating on curriculum and instructional improvement. This is a part-time faculty position. The stated compensation for 2026–2027 is $1,414 per load hour, with four load hours per class section. This posting builds a pool of qualified candidates; hiring and assignments depend on departmental needs. The expected start date is January 9, 2027, and the position is based at the Grayslake Campus. The department seeks an instructor available to teach in-person evening classes.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Spanish, or a master’s degree in another discipline with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Spanish.
Ability to work effectively and constructively with people of diverse cultures, gender identities, language groups, and abilities.
Sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff, including people with disabilities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people contacted in the course of work.
Competency in technologies commonly used in college-level instruction.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Teach one or more Spanish courses as scheduled each academic semester using student-centered, culturally relevant instructional methods.
Meet assigned classes at the designated location and times, and report absences appropriately if unable to teach.
Develop, revise, and maintain instructional materials, course content, and syllabi aligned with departmental standards and student learning outcomes.
Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, discussions, and projects, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
Support student retention and success by identifying at-risk students, providing instructional support, and referring students to college services as appropriate.
Be available for student consultation by phone or email.
Use approved College systems to provide a syllabus containing course objectives, learning outcomes, attendance policies, required materials, timelines, and evaluation criteria.
Deliver course content using inclusive teaching strategies and instructional technology, including the Learning Management System and other digital tools.
Encourage and review student course evaluations to improve teaching effectiveness and course delivery.
Maintain accurate and timely grading, attendance, and other required records, and submit grades and records by established deadlines.
Uphold academic integrity policies and address violations and student concerns in accordance with College policies and procedures.
Participate in College governance, division and departmental meetings, and, when appropriate, program advisory boards and committees.
Attend required adjunct meetings in the Fall and Spring semesters and complete required compliance training, such as Title IX and Clery Act training.
Engage in professional development to stay current in instructional methods, the academic discipline, and institutional policies.
Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, assessment, and instructional improvement.
Maintain professional ethics and conduct classes in accordance with College policies and approved instructional materials.
Maintain a safe, organized classroom or laboratory environment, follow safety protocols, store equipment and materials properly, and reset the space for the next class session when applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean or Associate Dean.