This position is responsible for developing and implementing pre-credit instructional plans for the purpose of improving students’ proficiency in writing for special programs at CCC. 

• Pursuant to the discipline being taught, teaches students writing skills and techniques to increase vocabulary.
• Prepare lesson plans and lesson materials for distribution and use in practical application. 
• Test and grade students’ skills, keeps records of student assessments and distributes mid-term and final grades.
• Grade written assignments with focus on the mechanics of utilizing math skills techniques.
• Register new and returning students; advise students on courses and in selection of college credit courses.
• Ensure a sense of relationship between the discipline and written assignments.
• Tutor students with coursework; advises students on life skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities needed for addressing concerns of students and the administration and resolving situations in a timely manner.
• Must be self-directed, innovative and committed to integrating new technologies in the learning process with the ability to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required with the ability to interact effectively with students.
• Must be able to work well within a culturally diverse environment with the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Bachelor's in English, English Education, Composition and Rhetoric.
• Bachelor's in Journalism (print journalism only) with at least 15 credit hours, with a grade of A or B, distributed among the following course areas:
  1. Composition,
  2. Grammar,
  3. Creative writing,
  4. Teaching writing, and 
  5. Rhetoric
• Minimum 2 years experience preferred teaching English at the post-secondary level.
• 15 graduate hours in English may be substituted if the candidate does not have a Bachelor's in English, English Education, Composition and Rhetoric or Print Journalism.
• We prefer candidates with knowledge of Blackboard Learning Management System.

How to Apply

To be considered, you must submit the following documents together and only by electronic-mail:

1. A letter of interest specifying which discipline you are applying for
2. A copy of your resume or curriculum vitae
3. A copy of college transcripts
4. Two letters of recommendation.

Incomplete packages will not be considered. Once these documents are submitted, they become property of City Colleges of Chicago. Forward your documents only to:

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Vacancies may be pending budget approval.