What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor - Biology position at Kishwaukee College?
Job Summary
The Math/Science Division is accepting applications for part-time instructors for the following courses to be offered during the fall 2026 semester and future semesters.
- Human Anatomy & Physiology lecture and lab courses
- General Education Biology lecture and lab courses
Adjunct applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Submission of an application places candidates in an applicant pool for consideration as instructional needs arise. Positions are offered based on course availability, enrollment, and departmental needs. Applicants will be contacted only if an instructional assignment becomes available and their qualifications align with the course requirements.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of, and commitment to, the comprehensive community college mission.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Commitment to fostering an engaging learning environment for a diverse student body.
- Flexibility for teaching courses offered day, evening, and online.
- Instructional expertise to deliver instruction for 21st century learners and assess student learning outcomes as appropriate to ensure academic quality.
- Facility with a range of teaching and learning strategies to foster active learning and student success, which contributes to the fulfillment of the College’s strategic goals.
- Willingness to participate in activities or on college committees that contribute to the success of students.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Biology or a related field with 18 graduate credit hours in biology
- Experience teaching Anatomy & Physiology
- Availability to teach on-campus
- Experience teaching online
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Ability to stand and lecture for extended periods of time.
EOE Statement
Kishwaukee College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and any reasonable and timely accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made upon documented request by the employee.
Position Status
Part Time
Hours per Week
Weeks per Year
Budgeted Hours per Year
Temporary Position - Begin Date
Temporary Positions - End Date
Type of Position
PT Non-Benefited
Hiring Salary Range Requested
Support Staff Pay Band (if applicable)
Support Staff Pay Range (if applicable
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F104P
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Open Date
07/06/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Advertising Summary
College Website
Illustrative Examples of Essential Functions
Job Duty Name
Description of Job Duty
- Promote the philosophy, mission, and vision of Kishwaukee College
- Provide engaging, enthusiastic, and student-centered teaching to community college students
- Establish a professional classroom atmosphere that encourages mutual respect and civil engagement
- Contribute to a collegial, collaborative, and positive attitude to the college campus
- Understand and convey the essentials of the course discipline that students should master
- Maintain high academic standards while demonstrating equitability and fairness
- Work successfully and productively in a team environment with other faculty
- Performing the necessary duties of an adjunct instructor to ensure quality instruction
Essential Duty?
Yes
Percentage Of Time
100