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Insurance Professor Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Assistant Professor

Springfield, IL · On-site

$31.03 - $46.54/hr

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How much do insurance professor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for insurance professor in Illinois is $111,236.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,600.00 and $117,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an insurance professor do?

An Insurance Professor is an academic expert who teaches courses on insurance, risk management, and related financial topics at a university or college. They conduct research, publish scholarly articles, and help students understand the principles of underwriting, claims management, and policy analysis. Many Insurance Professors have industry experience and work closely with businesses to bridge the gap between academia and practice.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an insurance professor?

An Insurance Professor typically requires advanced academic credentials such as a Ph.D. in risk management, insurance, or a related field, along with in-depth knowledge of insurance principles and teaching experience. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Blackboard or Canvas), research databases, and professional industry certifications like CPCU or CLU are often expected. Strong communication, mentorship, and curriculum development skills distinguish top candidates in this role. These skills ensure engaging instruction, effective research, and the ability to prepare students for real-world insurance careers.

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Insurance Professor jobs? Cities in Illinois with the most Insurance Professor job openings:
Infographic showing various Insurance Professor job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $111,236 per year, or $53.5 per hour.

Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and Administration

Chicago State University

Chicago, IL • On-site

$71K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
F260065P
Open Date
07/20/2026
Close Date
08/07/2026
Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor
Title
Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and Administration
Salary
$71,000 Annual
Benefits
This position is eligible for health, dental, life insurance and other benefits through Chicago State University. Click here for a complete list of benefits: https://csu.edu/humanresources/benefits.htm
Is Tenured/ Tenure Track
Yes
Full-time/ Part-time
Full-time
Job Description Summary
The Educational Leadership program at Chicago State University invites applications from well-qualified candidates to fill a tenure-track faculty position beginning August 16, 2026. The selected individual will teach Educational Leadership courses in PreK-12 School Leadership, Higher Education Administration, and Instructional Leadership.
Required Education
  • Earned doctorate in Educational Leadership or related Education or Learning fields. Subject to administrative approval, applicants who are ABD may be considered provided they can demonstrate documented progress toward completion and the ability to successfully defend their dissertation within a timeframe deemed reasonable by institutional leadership.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Demonstrated experience in and/or commitment to advancing equity initiatives within an educational setting and the integration of pedagogies/alignment with the Illinois Culturally Responsive Teaching and Leading (CRTL) standards.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with collaborative, participatory, community, or action research methodologies and practices.
  • Experience with assistive and instructional technology
  • Experience teaching across modalities, including online, virtual/hybrid, and in-person/on-campus.
  • Expertise in teaching literacy, math, and practicum courses required in our programs.
  • Experience working with students with high and low-incidence disability designations at the PreK-22 level.
  • Expertise in Practice-Based Teaching (PBT) and High-Leverage and Evidence-based Practices (HLPs)

Special Requirements