Adjunct Allied Health Instructor (Dental) Salary
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Location Main Campus - Mattoon, Illinois
Job Type Adjuncts
Job Number 202600481
Division Academic Services
Department Allied Health
Opening Date 02/02/2026
FLSA Exempt
Bargaining Unit N/A
Description Benefits
Benefits
Responsible for teaching in discipline areas as assigned by the respective division chair. All instructors are expected to demonstrate a mastery of the subject matter and a commitment to teaching and learning with a focus upon student retention and success.
Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)
Essential Job Functions:
• Observes, supports, and enforces the regulations, policies, and programs of Lake Land College; adheres to the procedures outlined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook. • Prepares instructional materials, including a course syllabus using the syllabus template provided; follows course outlines approved by the College. • Evaluates and assesses student performance. • Prepares and delivers instruction to students in modalities assigned by the division chair and approved by the Vice President for Academic Services. • Submits required documentation, including student midterm attendance rosters, final course grades, and other information as requested or required by the division chair; maintains accurate scholastic student records. • Is available to students and considers the general and special needs of each student; responds to student inquiries in a timely manner; advises, counsels, and assists students in accomplishing their course and program goals. • Remains current with content, technology, and instructional methods and strategies in the discipline. • Demonstrates an understanding of the community college philosophy, including its unique ties to the workforce and the district. • Collaborates with program coordinators or other faculty members to facilitate achievement of course goals and objectives. • Maintains regular communication with division chair, especially with regard to absences and/or cancelling class.
Candidates for nursing position will be assigned clinical experience in acute care or long-term care settings within the College district.
Performing other related duties as assigned by the division chair.
Education Requirements
AAS in dental hygiene, bachelors degree preferred.
A dental hygiene license in the state of IL is also required.
Experience Requirements
Minimum of 2,000 hours work experience in the field
Knowledge
• Demonstrates ability to learn the Lake Land College information systems and processes; maintains all professional credentials required to teach in area of discipline.
Skills
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills • Ability to adapt instruction to various academic levels and learning styles • Superior command of the English language • Expertise with instructional technology
Personal Requirements
• Open-minded, innovative, enthusiastic, positive attitude, and adaptive to new teaching technologies
Supplemental Information
$800.00-$830.00 ECH
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Employer
Lake Land College
Address
5001 Lake Land Boulevard
Mattoon, Illinois, 61938-9366
Phone
217-234-5410
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