"Adjunct Faculty - French"

Job Details

ABOUT US

We are Harper College…the college in your community.

The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.

Harper College is now one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. The College’s academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices.We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience. To review all benefit information visit us at: https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/directory/hr/index.php

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirements: A Master's degree in French or a Master's in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in French.

Experience Requirements: College teaching experience and travel / study in countries where French is spoken is preferred.

Required Documents : *** A CV/Resume and cover letter are required to complete the application process. ***Applicants should indicate their availability for this current semester, Spring 2020, in their cover letter

• Official transcripts are required upon hire.
• Employment in contingent upon a Criminal Background Check.
• Employment sponsorship is not available.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The French program at Harper caters to both traditional and returning students and offers fall and spring courses. 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 semester. Successful candidates teach in an interactive and engaging way with the focus being on student communication in French.

***Applicants should indicate their availability for this current semester in their cover letter.***

42.11306 ABOUT THE TEAM

The Liberal Arts division provides transfer ready courses to students in the areas of English, humanities, language, linguistics, communication and philosophy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Education Requirements: A Master's degree in French or a Master's in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in French.

Experience Requirements: College teaching experience and travel / study in countries where French is spoken is preferred.