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Deportation Officer
Ruston, LA · On-site
$51K/yr
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Deportation Officer
Jonesboro, LA · On-site
$51K/yr
OR- Superior Academic Achievement: In order to be creditable under this provision, superior academic achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled.
Deportation Officer
Jonesboro, LA · On-site
$51K/yr
OR- Superior Academic Achievement: In order to be creditable under this provision, superior academic achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled.
Deportation Officer
Jonesboro, LA · On-site
$51K/yr
OR- Superior Academic Achievement: In order to be creditable under this provision, superior academic achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled.
Deportation Officer
Jonesboro, LA · On-site
$51K/yr
OR- Superior Academic Achievement: In order to be creditable under this provision, superior academic achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled.
Deportation Officer
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$51K/yr
OR- Superior Academic Achievement: In order to be creditable under this provision, superior academic achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled.
Deportation Officer
Ruston, LA · On-site
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School Occupational Therapist
Arcadia, LA · On-site
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Ruston, LA · On-site
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Part-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 25 days ago
Job description
Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?
The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year.
Some benefits will not be available for Part-Time or Part Time Staff Under 20 Hours (ex: health insurance).
Position Title:
Adjunct Faculty; HVAC/R Engineering TechnologyJob Summary:
The successful candidate will teach students the theory, principles and installation techniques for Heating, Ventilation, Air Condition, and Refrigeration using a classroom and HVAC/R lab.Job Description:
- TeachHET(HVAC/R) courses for our programs and certificates.
- Instructor 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.
- Adjunct 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 textbooks (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.
- POSITIONSSUPERVISED: None
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree or higher in HVAC/R Technology or a closely related field AND min. 2 years (4,000 hours) recent industry work experience -OR- certificate in HVAC/R AND a min. 5 years (10,000 hours) recent industry work experience.
- Some course minimum qualifications can be met with EPA 608 industry certification AND minimum of 10 years (20,000 hours) recent work experience with a demonstrated track record in one or more specific areas of the HVAC/R industry relevant to the class being taught.
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 atCLC. 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 (CLCCARES) outline the qualities we expectCLCfaculty 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.
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Part timeTotal Hours Per Week:
5Position Type:
FacultyJob Family:
Part-Time FacultyPosting Date:
08/12/2026Expected Start Date:
08/31/2026Compensation Grade:
Location:
Grayslake CampusDepartment:
JM - Engineering, Math & Physical Sciences Operations DepartmentEEO Statement:
College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, parental status, pregnancy or any other status protected by law.