College of Lake County·Grayslake, Illinois
The instructor is responsible for teaching the lab and clinical portions of nursing courses while ensuring safety and confidentiality protocols are followed. They must also prepare course materials, distribute syllabi, and evaluate student performance.
Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?
The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year. Some benefits will not be available for part-time or part-time under 20 hours employees (ex: health insurance).
Position Title: Adjunct Faculty, Nursing
Teach lab (clinic) portion of Nursing class. Observe safety and liability limitation protocols. Observe medical confidentiality or related protocols. Prepare for classes and grade student work.
The instructor will be responsible for creating and distributing a course syllabus, teaching all scheduled classes, and responding to and evaluating student work.
2025 -2026 - $1,373
2026 -2027 - $1,414
This posting will be used to obtain a pool of qualified candidates. As teaching needs arise, applications will be reviewed for possible interviews. The number of adjunct faculty hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department. Adjunct faculty hires and assignments are coordinated by the department chairs.
The Faculty Success Framework illustrates the fundamental elements of a faculty member’s career at CLC. Its purpose is to support a culture of continual faculty development and to provide full but flexible paths for faculty to both consistently contribute to student success efforts and cultivate professional fulfillment. Our Guiding Principles for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CLC CARES) outline the qualities we expect CLC faculty will exemplify in their professional and pedagogical engagement with students.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Your application can remain under consideration for the academic year.
Full-Time/Part-Time: Part time
Total Hours Per Week: 25
Posting Date: 07/31/2025
Expected Start Date: 08/04/2025
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College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Nursing and possess a valid Illinois nursing license. At least two years of clinical experience is required, with prior college teaching experience considered a plus.
Market context
Adjunct nursing faculty in Illinois are typically in demand as nursing programs balance clinical instruction needs with faculty availability. This role is competitive because it requires a master’s degree, a valid Illinois nursing license, and clinical experience, while prior college teaching can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your materials to show recent bedside experience and any student-teaching or classroom instruction.