The Business and Technical Education Division is accepting applications for a part-time instructor for the Diesel Power Technology Department for the Spring 2026 semester. This position will be required to teach on campus for select evening classes.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of, and commitment to, the comprehensive community college mission.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Commitment to fostering an engaging learning environment for a diverse student body.
• Flexibility for teaching courses offered day, evening, and online.
• Instructional expertise to deliver instruction for 21st century learners and assess student learning outcomes as appropriate to ensure academic quality.
• Facility with a range of teaching and learning strategies to foster active learning and student success, which contributes to the fulfillment of the College’s strategic goals.
• Willingness to participate in activities or on college committees that contribute to the success of students.

Bachelor’s Degree in related field with 4000 hours related work experience, OR Associate of Applied Science with 8,000 hours of related work experience combined with sufficient additional documentation to satisfy section IV of the Kishwaukee College Faculty Credentials Manual.

Ability to stand and lecture for extended periods of time.

Kishwaukee College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and any reasonable and timely accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made upon documented request by the employee.

• Promote the philosophy, mission, and vision of Kishwaukee College
• Provide engaging, enthusiastic, and student-centered teaching to community college students
• Establish a professional classroom atmosphere that encourages mutual respect and civil engagement
• Contribute to a collegial, collaborative, and positive attitude to the college campus
• Understand and convey the essentials of the course discipline that students should master
• Maintain high academic standards while demonstrating equitability and fairness
• Work successfully and productively in a team environment with other faculty
• Perform the necessary duties of an instructor to ensure quality instruction
o Establish productive and supportive communication with students
o Prepare the course syllabus following the college-approved format and course content
o Be organized and conduct classes in accordance with the published class schedule
o Evaluate student progress through regularly scheduled assessments/exams
o Promptly return graded work to students and maintain student grade records
• Advise students as appropriate
• Performing the necessary duties of an adjunct instructor to ensure quality instruction