Criminal Justice Adj Faculty, Spring 2026

Elgin Community College•Elgin, IL

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About The Position

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie. Work Schedule: Hours vary and may include day, evening and weekend responsibilities. Courses are taught in a classroom setting and may include a lab component. Please indicate your availability in your cover letter. Rate of Pay: This is a Part-Time Adjunct Faculty position with the following pay rate per contact hour: Less than MA: $1,069 MA or Above: $1,109 The offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable. Job Summary: Adjunct teaching faculty provide instruction aligned with the college's strategic goals and evaluate students' progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals.

Requirements

A master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Criminal Justice or related field is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in a higher education/community college setting.
Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats
Strong knowledge of criminology, policing, courts, corrections, juvenile justice, and related areas.
Knowledge of current trends in criminal justice education, including contemporary challenges in policing, corrections, forensics, cybersecurity, homeland security, and restorative justice.
Experience in developing discipline specific curriculum and/or professional development training.
Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., D2L) and instructional technology.

Responsibilities

Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
Prepare lessons
Provide course syllabus (which shall include grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information)
Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets
Prepare labs
Enforce lab safety procedures
Keep accurate record of student performance
Provide students with timely feedback
Maintain office hours and voice-mail/e-mail communication
Refer students to student support services
Accommodate special needs students
Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description