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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:
Saturday course sections only.
Rate of Pay:
Per Contact Hour
2025: Less than Master's = $1,069; Master's or above = $1,109
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Grant Funded:
No
Job Summary:
Elgin Community College seeks adjunct instructors to teach Saturday 3D studio art courses in ceramics. Courses eligible for assignment include sections of ART-105 Ceramics I and ART-106 Ceramics II. The ideal candidate will have a Master of Fine Arts degree in ceramics or a master's degree in another 3D arts discipline (e.g. sculpture, digital fabrication, metalsmithing) with at least 18 graduate hours in ceramic arts. Demonstrated evidence of professional practice experience inclusive of exhibition record, residencies, portfolios or other professional work will be considered. History of college-level teaching experience within ceramics or 3D art discipline is strongly preferred.
The successful candidate is expected to 1) design lessons/units that promote critical thinking through student-content and student-to-student learning activities, 2) foster a supportive learning environment for students by employing evidence-based instructional strategies, and 3) demonstrate commitment to student learning and teaching effectiveness.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
1. Master of Fine Arts degree in ceramics; or a master's degree in related 3D art discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in ceramics; or combination of education and experience may be considered
2. College teaching experience preferred
3. Commitment to the community college mission and philosophy
4. Commitment to meeting the academic needs of non-traditional students, including first generation students, older students, minority/multicultural students, and non-native speakers of English.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
MFA
Essential Duties:
Deliver Instruction
1. Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
2. Prepare lessons
3. Provide course syllabus (which shall include grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information)
4. Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets
If a lab is involved:
5. Prepare labs
6. Enforce lab safety procedures
Evaluate Student Progress
1. Keep accurate record of student performance
2. Provide students with timely feedback
Provide Student Assistance
1. Maintain office hours and voicemail/e-mail communication
2. Refer students to student support services
3. 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.