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Harper College

Adjunct Faculty - French

Palatine, IL · On-site

Courses are offered during the day, in the evening and online. The instructor will teach introductory and/or intermediate French-language courses. Instructors are currently needed for the Spring 2020 ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for online language instructor in Chicago, IL is $23.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.02 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Online Language Instructor teaches students a new language through virtual platforms, such as video calls or online learning portals. They design lessons, provide feedback, and tailor their teaching methods to the needs and proficiency levels of individual learners or groups. Instructors may also use interactive tools, digital resources, and multimedia content to make lessons engaging and effective. Their goal is to help students improve their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in the target language.

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Infographic showing various Online Language Instructor job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,103 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR- JAPANESE

City Colleges of Chicago

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR - JAPANESE
HAROLD WASHINGTON COLLEGE
CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO
City Colleges of Chicago'svision is to be recognized as the city's most accessible higher education engine of socioeconomic mobility and racial equity - empowering all Chicagoans to take part in building a stronger and more just city.The community college system's more than 3,500 faculty and staff servemore than 70,000 students annually at seven colleges and five satellite sites.
Harold Washington College is proud to be a member of the Caring Campus network.
Caring Campus is a model of professional development that works to implement strong and consistent behavioral commitments for all employees in regard to how they interact with students. As a result of this work, employees become engaged with students on a level that has not occurred before. The core benefit of this work is making a connection with students, many of whom have not had an adult who has cared about them in an educational system.
Qualified candidates must have at a minimum, a Master's Degree in Japanese and three or more years teaching Japanese in a university or college environment. Experience should include time spent studying or living in a francophone country as well.
Qualified candidates would demonstrate an understanding of the needs of the World Language student in a community college environment and have significant experience working in a multicultural classroom.
Qualified candidates must possess demonstrated excellence in teaching, commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process and the ability to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed.
The ideal candidate will have experience in:
• Developing Curriculum and Materials
• Developing Integrated Skills Course Models
• Integrating LMS and Online Text Components in Language Learning
• Integrating Evolving Technologies in Language Learning
• Using a Variety of Teaching and Delivery Methods
• Teaching Language Through Content
• Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening Instruction
• Teaching Critical Thinking and Comparative Culture
• Written and Oral Assessment
Essential Functions of the Position:
  • Construction of a course syllabus consistent with Departmental and College Requirements.
  • Development and preparation of lesson plans, course presentations, and instructional materials.
  • Delivery of instruction with an emphasis on student centered activities and active learning.
  • Consultation with and one on one tutoring of students.
  • Maintenance of clear records on student performance, as well as any other factors, such as attendance, involved with the grading of students.
  • Compliance with departmental and institutional policies and procedures including but not limited to; submission of midterm and final grades, keeping office hours, and decisions regarding instructional matters such as texts, assignments, and grading standards.
  • Participation in department and/or institutional assessments of student learning.

The position is at Harold Washington College and may require day, evening and/or weekend working hours in person. To be considered for employment, your complete application packet must include:
  1. Letter of Interest.
  2. A Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
  3. College Transcripts.

Salary Range: Salary: $800.00 Per Contact Hour,
Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as other factors such as internal equity.
Benefits information is found at Health and Benefits - City Colleges of Chicago
WE OFFER: Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire
Thank you for your interest in CCC!
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