Waubonsee Community College

Adjunct Faculty - Biology

Location
Sugar Grove, IL
Pay
$6,726 per course
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
September 11, 2026

About this position

Adjunct Faculty - Biology Part-time Adjunct Faculty Varies between campuses Waubonsee Community College is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college's culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success. Our Adjunct Faculty play a vital role in delivering high-quality instruction and fostering a dynamic learning environment. Join a team of passionate educators dedicated to making a difference! Adjunct faculty members are responsible for delivering curriculum, providing instruction, and performing student learning assessment. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to effectively use instructional and classroom technology to enhance teaching and learning. Courses at Waubonsee Community College may be offered in various delivery modes. BIO270.004 A&P 1 8am-9:15am lecture, Thursday & Tuesday 9:30am-12:15pm lab, Thursday BIO272.003 A&P 2 8am-10:45am lecture, Friday 11am-1:45pm lab, Friday BIO120.004 12:30pm-1:45pm lecture, Tuesday & Thursday 2pm-4:45pm lab, Thursday Essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to: Designing syllabi, lessons, activities, assignments, and assessments to meet the established course description as well as program, course, and college learning outcomes and/or objectives while addressing each student's needs as diverse learners. Meeting all college deadlines for submission of attendance, grades and data collection for assessment of student learning. Incorporating learning-centered principles and concepts while motivating students to actively participate in their educational experiences. Integrating instructional and classroom technology (if applicable) appropriately and effectively to deliver and enhance teaching and learning. Working collaboratively with professional colleagues to serve the needs of students and the community. Modeling professionalism with excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Biology or a Masters Degree in a related field with 18 graduate hours in Biology coursework and course area specialization (if applicable.) Preferred Experience Teaching Biology, or a related field, at a Community College and/or Vocational/Technical institution. Teaching traditionally underserved populations. Incorporating technology and multimedia applications into teaching and learning process. Teaching in multiple instructional modalities. Utilizing Learning Management Systems. Please attach the following documents when applying: Cover Letter-Yes Resume-Yes References-Yes Transcripts-Yes Position Details req2200 Grant Funded: No Work Schedule: Other Load Hours: Course dependent Minimum Pay per Course:$6,726 Benefits: Click to See Benefits Page Please include note the section(s) of specific interest in your cover letter. Please attach all required items at time of application, including unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts are required to be submitted if hired. International transcripts must be formally evaluated and up to date at the time of application submission. Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran

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How the pay compares

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This listing
$6,726
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$3,108/ course, n=101
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$1,326/ course, n=270

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