College for Kids (CFK) Instructors

Parkland College

3d • $25 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

Parkland College seeks instructors for its College for Kids (CFK) summer enrichment program, which offers youth ages 6–13 challenging, hands-on learning experiences in a non-graded environment. Instructors may submit proposals for 1–4 classes and may teach one or both sessions. Courses are held on Parkland College’s main campus, and hiring for each class depends on reaching the minimum enrollment. Instructors are paid for 16 instructional hours per class, at a rate of $25–$35 per hour depending on qualifications.

Instructors develop and deliver a proposed course, prepare required instructional materials, engage students, and manage the classroom. They must teach for the entire duration of their selected class and attend mandatory staff orientation on June 15, 2027, from 5:00–6:30 p.m. Classes meet on eight days during either Session I (June 21–July 1, 2027) or Session II (July 12–22, 2027), Monday through Thursday, with class times of 12:45–2:45 p.m. or 3:00–5:00 p.m.

Applicants must submit an online application, cover letter, resume or CV, official transcripts from the institution where they earned their highest degree, and a proposal for each class they wish to teach. Proposals should include the instructor’s contact information, course title and description, course objectives and goals, appropriate student ages or grade levels, and preferred session and class time. Proposed topics may include technology, math, science, engineering, and fine or visual arts, among other areas.

Employment is contingent on a post-offer, pre-employment criminal background check with fingerprinting. Sponsorship for work authorization is unavailable. Parkland College is not an E-Verify employer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two or more years of experience in education (teaching) or a related field.
• Demonstrated passion and proficiency in the proposed subject area.
• Patience when working with children.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Professional attitude and ability to work with others.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Ability to attend the mandatory instructor orientation on June 15, 2027, from 5:00–6:30 p.m.
• Ability to commit to the full session for which the applicant is applying.
• Successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment criminal background check with fingerprinting.
• Applicants must either not be a SURS annuitant or be willing to suspend their SURS annuity upon employment, except annuitants receiving benefits under the Self-Managed Plan or by lump-sum payment.
• Applicants must submit an online employment application, cover letter, resume or CV, a copy of official transcripts from the institution where they earned their highest degree, and a proposal for each class they wish to teach.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching children ages 6–13 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Submit complete daily lesson plans, a course syllabus, a supply list, and a budget by established deadlines.
• Teach for the entire class time on all eight days of the selected session.
• Attend mandatory CFK staff orientation on June 15, 2027, from 5:00–6:30 p.m.
• Maintain a high standard of teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Actively engage all students in learning each day.
• Manage the classroom.
• Provide classroom and/or online instruction to meet stated course objectives.
• Submit a course proposal for each class the instructor wishes to teach.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level