Part-Time Faculty Information

Come teach with us!
Learn more about part-time teaching at LLCC.

Instructor teaching in classroom

LLCC currently has available positions for part-time faculty in multiple fields including communication/public speaking, English composition and humanities, as well as in the career/technical fields of certified nursing assistant, welding, auto tech, aviation mechanics, electrical/industrial maintenance and hospitality/culinary arts.

View positions and apply online


Interested in part-time teaching?

For retirees, those currently in the workforce and those who have just earned a graduate degree — teaching as a part-time faculty member at a community college is great way to supplement your income and share the knowledge you’ve gained through education and work! 

  • Transform lives and strengthen our communities through learning
  • Longevity rewarded with increased pay  
  • Small class sizes
  • Professional development opportunities 
  • Interactions with colleagues 
  • Support from academic departments and adjunct coordinators 
  • Online teaching training program for those who qualify 
  • Annual adjunct awards recognizing excellence 

Additional benefits:

  • Sick/personal leave: One calendar day missed during the semester is allowed without reduction of pay. 
  • Use of the LLCC Fitness Center, Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. when classes are not in session.  The cost is $50 per semester. 
  • Tuition waiver benefit: Tuition and basic fees are waived for LLCC credit hour courses taken by the instructor or dependent children under 22 years of age, based on the number of hours taught during a semester. A grade of A, B or C must be earned. The instructor must be employed by LLCC at the beginning and end of the course and must complete the required Tuition Waiver Application available in LLCC Human Resources.
  • Retirement: The State Universities Retirement System (SURS) covers LLCC employees. SURS requires eight percent of the employee’s pay be deducted on a pretax basis and contributed to the system.   This retirement system does not coordinate with Social Security, and consequently, there is no payroll deduction for FICA. However, there is a payroll deduction requirement of 1.45 percent of gross wages for Medicare. Participation in SURS is automatic and is not voluntary.  

Requirements

Part-time faculty are required to have earned a master’s degree with at least 18 hours in the subject being taught. At least 2,000 hours of work experience can substitute for a degree in career and technical fields. 

Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required.

Criminal background check and drug screen is required prior to employment.

Compensation

Part-time faculty start at Step A and move up the salary schedule based on accumulation of contact hours.

Year Step A
0-29 Contact Hours
Taught at LLCC
Step B
30-59 Contact Hours
Taught at LLCC
Step C
60-89 Contact Hours
Taught at LLCC
Step D
90+ Contact Hours
Taught at LLCC
2022-2023 $838 (or $855 with terminal degree) per contact hour $858 (or $873 with terminal degree) per contact hour $876 (or $898 with terminal degree) per contact hour $894 (or $912 with terminal degree) per contact hour
2023-2024 $859 (or $876 with terminal degree) per contact hour $879 (or $895 with terminal degree) per contact hour $898 (or $920 with terminal degree) per contact hour $916 (or $935 with terminal degree) per contact hour
2024-2025 $881 (or $898 with terminal degree) per contact hour $901 (or $918 with terminal degree) per contact hour $921 (or $943 with terminal degree) per contact hour $939 (or $959 with terminal degree) per contact hour

Travel allowance: Part-time (adjunct) instructors traveling over 20 miles from their home to their teaching location will receive a travel allowance based on the number of round trips made per week.

FAQs

Can I apply for more than one position at a time?  

Yes. Once you have completed your online application/profile through the online employment site, you can apply for multiple positions that match your qualifications. When you re-visit the site, the original application/profile you created will be available for you to use and/or update to apply for other positions.

Can I apply directly with the department in which I wish to work?

No. The LLCC online employment site is the central intake point for all open positions. Only applicants who apply through the system are considered for employment. 

How will I know if a position for which I applied has been filled?

You will receive an email when a position for which you have applied has been filled. You may also check the status of your application by logging into the system and viewing the listing of positions for which you applied. Once a position is filled, its status will change to “position filled.” Any time the status of your application changes, you will receive an email notification.

When/how can I make changes to my application/profile?

Changes can be made to your application/profile at any time. However, once you submit an application/profile for a specific position, you cannot go back and make changes to the submitted application/profile. Any changes you make to your application/profile will be included for any new position for which you apply.

Can I attach documents relevant to my application?

Yes. You are given the opportunity to attach an electronic resume/CV, cover letter and transcripts as you apply for each position. Also, this resume/CV is held in your account on the system for future use. Certain postings may require additional documents to be attached. All required documents will have to be uploaded and attached before you will be able to submit your application. Unofficial transcripts must be uploaded. Official transcripts will be required if hired.

What if I don’t have access to a computer?

LLCC Human Resources is in Menard Hall, Room 1220. HR staff can direct you to various open computer labs that are available on the Springfield campus for applicants to use. Computers are also available at Outreach Center locations. Additionally, the LLCC online employment site can be accessed through any mobile device.