Engineering Adjunct

Position: Engineering Adjunct - Spring 2026

About ECC

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

Per Contact Hour

2025:
Less than Master's = $1069;
Master's or above = $1109

FLSA Status

Exempt

Grant Funded

No

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.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

A master's degree in the discipline or in a related discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in the discipline

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

None

Essential Duties Deliver Instruction

• 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

If a lab is involved:

• Prepare labs
• Enforce lab safety procedures

Evaluate Student Progress

• Keep accurate record of student performance
• Provide students with timely feedback

Provide Student Assistance

• Maintain office hours and voice-mail/e-mail communication
• Refer students to student support services
• Accommodate special needs students

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description

Physical Demands

Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)

Visual Acuity

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Work Environment

Moderate noise

Environmental Conditions

Typical office or administrative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis.

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