Respiratory Care Adjunct Faculty, Spring 2026

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

Hours vary and may include day, evening and weekend responsibilities. Courses are taught in a classroom setting and may include a lab component. Please indicate your availability in your cover letter.

Rate of pay: This is a Part-Time Adjunct Faculty position with the following pay rate per contact hour:

Less than MA

• $1,069
• MA or
• Above: $1,109

The offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Benefits

• Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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

• 1.
• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or a related health science field 2.
• Must hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential and current Illinois State RCP license.
• 3.
• Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care.
• 4.
• Two (2) years of experience teaching either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC accredited respiratory care program, or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for students of such programs.

Desired knowledge, skills & abilities

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Essential duties

Deliver Instruction 1. Conduct assigned classes, labs and/or clinicals. 2. Prepare lessons 3. Provide course syllabus (which shall include grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information) 4. Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets

If a lab is involved

5. Prepare labs 6. Enforce lab safety procedures

Evaluate Student Progress 1. Keep accurate record of student performance 2. Provide students with timely feedback

Provide Student Assistance 1. Maintain office hours and voice-mail/e-mail communication 2. Refer students to student support services 3. 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.