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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F01106

Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Kinesiology (Theory Courses)

Internal Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Kinesiology

Department Biological & Hlth Sciences Div

Position Type Part-Time Faculty

Job Family Adjunct Faculty

Job Summary

Teach one or more theory courses within the Kinesiology program. Prepare lecture and lesson plans, teach lecture and/or lab portion of class in both in-person and/or online modalities (per class schedule), grade student work, and observe proper hygiene and lab safety protocols.

CLC is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution providing life-changing paths for our students by offering exceptional learning experiences. CLC achieved a milestone in 2023 with its designation as a Leader College. This national recognition awarded by the Achieving the Dream Network is the result of improved student outcomes through the CLC’s relentless commitment to transformational change and the implementation of innovative practices within the student success model over the past few years. CLC aspires to be a place where every student succeeds, every employee thrives, so that every business achieves and every community grows. Our mission is to be innovative and value-driven in supporting student success through developing and encouraging employees of all backgrounds on their journey toward achieving personal and professional growth.

Required Qualification(s)

Master’s degree or advanced degree in a preventive health, wellness, or exercise science discipline or other relevant field from an accredited institution AND national certification from one or more of the following: ACSM , NSCA , NWI or an equivalent certification AND 1 year tested experience.

Desired Qualification(s)

Previous college teaching experience

Posting Date 09/18/2024

Closing Date 11/30/2024

Expected Start Date

Special Instructions Summary

This posting will be used to obtain a pool of qualified candidates. As teaching needs arise, applications will be reviewed for possible interviews. The number of adjunct faculty hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department. Adjunct faculty hires and assignments are coordinated by the department chairs.

The Faculty Success Framework illustrates the fundamental elements of a faculty member’s career at CLC . Its purpose is to support a culture of continual faculty development and to provide full but flexible paths for faculty to both consistently contribute to student success efforts and cultivate professional fulfillment. Our Guiding Principles for Teaching and Learning Excellence ( CLC CARES ) outline the qualities we expect CLC faculty will exemplify in their professional and pedagogical engagement with students.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Your application can remain under consideration for the academic year. You may check your status at any time by logging into jobs@clcillinois.edu with your username and password. Thanks for being patient with the adjunct faculty hiring process.

Pay Rate Per adjunct contract.

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Location Southlake

Total Hours per week Per class schedule

Work Schedule

Per class schedule- may be at Grayslake or Southlake campus.

EEO Statement

The College of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, it seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including minorities, women and people with disabilities.

Interview Process Requirements Presentation

Summary of Essential Functions

• Adjunct must create and distribute a course syllabus, teach all required class sessions, and evaluate student progress in line with outcomes and expectations of the department.

• Teach courses in subject field. Develop instructional materials. Assess student learning and assign grades.

• Attend required Adjunct meetings in the Fall and Spring semesters.

• Participate in college governance and other aspects of academic life.

• Maintain current knowledge of subject matter.

• Faculty members are expected to maintain current in compliance training, including compliance under Title IX “Responsible Employee” and, if applicable, Clery Act Campus Security Authority.

• Select, prepare and maintain current curriculum, course outlines and printed and non-printed instructional materials.

• Teach courses as scheduled each academic semester.

• Provide instructional support to the students.

• Refer students, when appropriate, to sources of specialized services within the College.

• Provide the Division and the students a syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, attendance policies in line with those of the college, texts and readings, timelines and evaluation criteria, and any other information required by College, Division, or departmental policy.

• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions or examinations. Provide feedback in a timely manner on student progress.

• Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles.

• Maintain office/discipline/grade/division records as required by the College.

• Be available for student consultation through phone or email.

• Use the appropriate College policies and procedures to resolve and document student complaints, concerns and problems.

• Assist in developing and administering discipline-appropriate measures of student academic achievement, use departmental testing instruments as provided.

• Administer other instruments designed to measure student learning outcomes as requested and required by the department. Provide all results as requested.

• Conduct all classes in accordance with an established and current course syllabus and approved textbook (and/or related instructional material).

• Meet all classes for the scheduled time.

• Submit all grades (mid/final) electronically prior to the required deadlines.

• Provide the Registrar appropriate grade records.

• Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available and use feedback to improve course delivery.

• Revise and update course content as needed.

• Participate, when appropriate, in the formation and meetings of program advisory boards, college, division, and department committees.

• Maintain a high level of professional ethics.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean or Associate Dean.

Posting Specific Questions - supplemental questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Master’s Degree or advanced Degree in a preventive health, wellness, or exercise science discipline or other relevant field from an accredited institution AND a National certification from one or more of the following: ACSM, NSCA, NWI or an equivalent certification AND 1 year tested experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have community college experience?

• Yes

• No

  Applicant Documents

  Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Teaching Philosophy

• Unofficial Transcript 1

• License/Certification

  Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcript 2