Dental Assisting Adjunct Faculty; Fall Job Elgin area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Dental Assisting Adjunct Faculty (Fall 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:

TBD. Courses are taught in a classroom setting and may include a lab component.

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.

Benefits:

Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
Paid Time Off
Professional Development/Expense
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Grant Funded:

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:

Bachelor’s degree or completion of bachelor's degree within three years of hire.

Certified Dental Assistant

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Bachelor's degree

2+ years of dental assisting experience

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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