Continuing Education Instructor and Lecturer

About the role

Continuing Education is seeking dynamic instructors and lecturers to provide high-quality, engaging learning experiences for adult lifelong learners across our community. Our instructors and lecturers present with enthusiasm and utilize practical, effective teaching strategies tailored to adult student development. Responsibilities include supporting the strategic goals of Oakton College and the Continuing Education division while creating an inclusive, empowering learning environment for a diverse adult population. Opportunities are available to teach specialized courses and workshops or 1-day lectures for the Emeritus Lecture Series.

Responsibilities

• Support the strategic goals of Oakton College and the Continuing Education division
• Create an inclusive, empowering learning environment for a diverse adult population
• Teach specialized courses and workshops or 1‑day lectures for the Emeritus Lecture Series
• Prepare program learning activities and instructional materials
• Deliver instruction, including being prepared for and meeting programs at scheduled times
• Comply with departmental and institutional policies and procedures (e.g., submission of midterm and final grades)

Requirements

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in the relevant field, or a Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of relevant experience
• Relevant teaching experience and demonstrated expertise in the field
• Experience with curriculum development preferred
• Awareness and knowledge of student learning styles and strategies to address variety
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to use online platforms as educational tools (e.g., Google Meet, Zoom, Learning Management Systems)
• Enthusiasm for teaching and learning of the discipline area
• Willingness to support the goals of Oakton College and the Continuing Education division and create effective learning environments for diverse populations

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency with online teaching platforms (Google Meet, Zoom, LMS)
• Curriculum development experience
• Understanding of diverse adult learning styles
• Enthusiasm for the subject matter and lifelong learning

Schedule

• Emeritus Lecture Series – My Kind of Town: Monday afternoons, 1:00‑2:30 p.m.
• Emeritus Lecture Series – Passages: Tuesday afternoons, 1:00‑2:30 p.m.
• Emeritus Lecture Series – Passport: Thursday afternoons, 1:00‑2:30 p.m.