Adjunct Instructor, Adult Education and Literacy (DAEL)

Joliet Junior College • Romeoville, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Adjunct Instructor, Adult Education and Literacy (DAEL) is hired for one semester to teach one or more qualified courses. The instructor provides quality instruction, works with full-time staff to assess students, and follows course guidelines. Willingness to teach at other campus sites is required; adjunct instructors may submit preferences for locations and loads. The position is subject to the terms and provisions of the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract. The role is part time in the Department of Adult Education and Literacy within Academic Affairs and reports to the Director, Adult Education. Placement on the salary schedule depends on qualifications. The hiring rate per contact hour for Fall 2026 to Summer 2027 is $1,161 for candidates with a bachelor’s or master’s degree and $1,220 for candidates with a Ph.D., Ed.D., or J.D.

Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a closely related field.
• Three years of teaching experience in adult education (ABE, GED, ESL) and/or developmental college reading, writing, and/or math; certification, certificates, endorsements, and related experience will be considered.
• Experience and/or expertise in instructional/classroom technology.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written English.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with college and community members, displaying cultural competence and emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation, and quality.
• Willingness to teach at other campus sites.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Education, Adult Education, or a closely related field.
• Elementary, middle school, or high school teacher certification and/or ESL/Bilingual education endorsement.
• Experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.
• English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
• Demonstrated multicultural competence.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and explicit instruction to students in assigned subject areas.
• Monitor student progress, report outcomes, and refer students for additional assessments or support services.
• Participate in annual student and chair/coordinator evaluations.
• Follow departmental curriculum, grading standards, attendance policies, textbook choices, assessments, and other established processes.
• Attend classes regularly; return college reports, credentials, and other requested documentation in a timely manner; and communicate effectively with appropriate staff and the director.
• Actively retain students through goal attainment.
• Comply with legal and ethical obligations, including FERPA, ADA, and other regulatory legislation, and communicate discrepancies to appropriate officials.
• Further the mission, goals, and core values of the college and department.
• Meet other contractual obligations specified by the adjunct faculty contract and/or department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level