HALO Instructor

HALO Instructor

Salary

See Position Description

Location

1500 West Raab Road, Normal, IL

Job Type

Temporary Part-time

Unit

Enrollment and Student Services

Division/Department

Student Support Services

Opening Date

07/16/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

We seek applicants for part-time instructors to teach within the Colleges Heartland Academy for Learning Opportunities (HALO) program. The HALO Program provides a higher education experience for individuals between the ages of 18 and 28 with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and other learning challenges. Instructors provide HALO students with exposure to various social and academic enrichment opportunities and coursework, including life skills and independent living.

Instructors are needed for the Normal, IL, location during the upcoming Fall 2026 semester.

Learn more about the HALO program

Requirements

• Masters degree in special education, education, or related field OR bachelor's degree with completion of some graduate level coursework in special education, education, or other applicable areas
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively and inclusively with HALO students while promoting students' independence

Desired Qualifications

• Successful teaching or mentoring experience, especially with individuals who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities or other learning challenges

The anticipated compensation rate is $2,500 per class, per semester.

The review of applications will be ongoing.

Please contact Karin Orwig, Coordinator, HALO, with questions at halo@heartland.edu and 309-268-8255

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS AND ABILITY TO BE PRESENT ON-CAMPUS/IN-PERSON IS REQUIRED.

Heartland Community College is an equal opportunity institution.

HCC values equity, diversity and inclusion. We create a collegial and welcoming culture by taking collective responsibility in the creation, protection, and enhancement of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community.

Paid Leave: Under the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act

Tax-sheltered Annuity Plan: 403(b) plan permitting voluntary salary reductions within IRS rules

Employee Identification Card: Access to HCC Fitness and Recreation Center, HCC Library, and Bloomington- Normal Public Transit System (Connect Transit)

Benefits listed are subject to change. Specific benefits are dependent upon employment classification, duration of employment, number of hours worked, etc.

Employer Heartland Community College

Address 1500 W. Raab Road

Normal, Illinois, 61761

Phone (309) 268-8130

Website http://www.heartland.edu