Adjunct Instructor- Japanese

Position Title

ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR – JAPANESE

City Colleges of Chicago – Harold Washington College

City Colleges of Chicago is the most accessible higher education engine of socioeconomic mobility and racial equity in the city, empowering all Chicagoans to build a stronger, more just community. The system serves more than 70,000 students annually across seven colleges and five satellite sites, including Harold Washington College, a member of the Caring Campus network.

The position is located at Harold Washington College and may require day, evening, and/or weekend working hours in person.

• Master’s Degree in Japanese (or a related field)
• Three or more years teaching Japanese in a university or community college setting
• Experience studying or living in a francophone country
• Understanding of the needs of the World Language student in a community college environment
• Significant experience working in a multicultural classroom
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, commitment to integrating new technologies, and ability to inspire, motivate, and empower students

• Developing curriculum and instructional materials
• Developing integrated skills course models
• Integrating LMS and online text components in language learning
• Integrating evolving technologies in language learning
• Using a variety of teaching and delivery methods
• Teaching language through content
• Instruction in speaking, reading, writing, and listening
• Teaching critical thinking and comparative culture
• Written and oral assessment

• Construction of course syllabi consistent with departmental and college requirements
• Development and preparation of lesson plans, presentations, and instructional materials
• Delivery of instruction with emphasis on student‑centered activities and active learning
• Consultation with and tutoring of students on a one‑on‑one basis
• Maintenance of clear records on student performance, attendance, and grading factors
• Compliance with departmental and institutional policies, including submission of grades, keeping office hours, and making instructional decisions
• Participation in departmental and institutional assessments of student learning

• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• College Transcripts

Salary: $800.00 per contact hour (determined based on education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and internal equity). Benefits include a comprehensive health and welfare package, long‑term savings and investment plans (403(b) & 457(b)), a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan, generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Chicago residency is required for all full‑time employees within 6 months of hire.