Theater Adjunct Faculty - Theatre Dance (Fall 2026)
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About ECC:
Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person-students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors-feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college's mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.
Work Schedule:
TTH, 9 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Rate of Pay:
2025 Per contact Hour
Less than a Masters $1,069
Masters and above $1,109
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Grant Funded:
No
Job Summary:
Adjunct teaching faculty provide instruction aligned with the college''s strategic goals and evaluate students'' progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Master's degree in Theatre, Dance or Musical Theatre with graduate coursework in theatre dance and/or professional dance or choreography experience
Bachelor's degree and two years professional dance or choreography experience OR two years' experience teaching dance.
Commitment to the community college mission and philosophy
Commitment to meeting the diverse needs of community students
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
Community college teaching experience
Community college teaching experience
Completion of a recognized course design training/certification program
Essential Duties:
Deliver Instruction
Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
Prepare lessons
Provide course syllabus (which shall include grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information)
Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets
If a lab is involved:
Prepare labs
Enforce lab safety procedures
Evaluate Student Progress
Keep accurate record of student performance
Provide students with timely feedback
Provide Student Assistance
Maintain office hours and voicemail/e-mail communication
Refer students to student support services
Accommodate special needs students
Other Duties:
Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description
Physical Demands:
Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)
Visual Acuity:
Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)
Work Environment:
Moderate noise
Environmental Conditions:
Typical office or administrative
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.
In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.