Instructional Assistant Professor – University College
Illinois State University, Chicago, IL, United States
Job no:
521222
Work type:
On Campus
Location:
Normal, Illinois
Title:
Instructional Assistant Professor – University College
Employee Classification:
Instructional Asst Professor
Division Name:
Academic Affairs
Department:
University College
Campus Location:
Normal, IL
Job Summary
University College invites qualified individuals to apply for a part‑time, non‑tenure‑track teaching position for IDS 128 – Thriving in College, Career and Beyond.
Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply. If a vacancy becomes available, you will be contacted via email.
IDS 128 (THRIVE) is a 3‑credit hour course designed to assist first‑year students in any field of study with successfully transitioning from high school to college and career. Through instructor guidance, this course will focus on student self‑exploration and reflection, habits of successful and well students, connecting to campus resources, exploring and preparing for educational and career goals, and identifying and strengthening career‑ready and executive functioning skills.
The Thrive instructor works in collaboration with the Curriculum Services faculty and staff, as well as other staff members of University College and Illinois State University, including academic advisors and campus constituents to increase student persistence and success.
Instructor duties include:
Be directly responsible for the facilitation of one class section of IDS 128 – Thriving in College, Career, and Beyond
Complete pre‑semester and ongoing training
Hold weekly scheduled office hours
Attend each 50 minute class session (i.e., three days a week, M/W/F) and hold a one‑on‑one meeting with each student throughout the semester
Be responsible for ensuring that attendance is correctly taken for each class and reported in Canvas
Be responsible for grading all assignments and correctly submitting grades/feedback in Canvas
Complete and submit Early Alert, Progress Report, and Final grades
Additional Information
University Benefit Highlights
Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life (eligibility determination)
Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
Paid benefit time
Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
Starting at $1250 per month based on Part Time Equivalent for a 3‑credit hour course.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Prior experience teaching, tutoring, or facilitating educational development sessions
Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, communication, and teamwork, and a commitment to student success
Must be able to work independently and without intense supervision but also effectively contribute to an instructional team with a learner‑centered and service‑oriented philosophy
Demonstrated experience in working with students, faculty, departmental staff, and campus administrators, as well as off‑campus contacts
State law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in English as a requirement for this position
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree
College‑level teaching or tutoring experience
Prior experience working with First‑time in College (FTIC) students
Employed by ISU or previously employed by ISU
Understand the challenges facing college students today
Strong knowledge of the ISU campus, including culture, resources, and disciplines
Work Hours
Varies
Proposed Starting Date
August 14, 2026
Required Applicant Documents
Resume/C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference List
Special Instructions for Applicants
Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.
Contact Information for Applicants
Human Resources
Michelle Klunke
msklunk@ilstu.edu
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened:
01/23/2026 09:00 AM CST
Application Closes:
Open Until Filled
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521222
Work type:
On Campus
Location:
Normal, Illinois
Title:
Instructional Assistant Professor – University College
Employee Classification:
Instructional Asst Professor
Division Name:
Academic Affairs
Department:
University College
Campus Location:
Normal, IL
Job Summary
University College invites qualified individuals to apply for a part‑time, non‑tenure‑track teaching position for IDS 128 – Thriving in College, Career and Beyond.
Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply. If a vacancy becomes available, you will be contacted via email.
IDS 128 (THRIVE) is a 3‑credit hour course designed to assist first‑year students in any field of study with successfully transitioning from high school to college and career. Through instructor guidance, this course will focus on student self‑exploration and reflection, habits of successful and well students, connecting to campus resources, exploring and preparing for educational and career goals, and identifying and strengthening career‑ready and executive functioning skills.
The Thrive instructor works in collaboration with the Curriculum Services faculty and staff, as well as other staff members of University College and Illinois State University, including academic advisors and campus constituents to increase student persistence and success.
Instructor duties include:
Be directly responsible for the facilitation of one class section of IDS 128 – Thriving in College, Career, and Beyond
Complete pre‑semester and ongoing training
Hold weekly scheduled office hours
Attend each 50 minute class session (i.e., three days a week, M/W/F) and hold a one‑on‑one meeting with each student throughout the semester
Be responsible for ensuring that attendance is correctly taken for each class and reported in Canvas
Be responsible for grading all assignments and correctly submitting grades/feedback in Canvas
Complete and submit Early Alert, Progress Report, and Final grades
Additional Information
University Benefit Highlights
Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life (eligibility determination)
Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
Paid benefit time
Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
Starting at $1250 per month based on Part Time Equivalent for a 3‑credit hour course.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Prior experience teaching, tutoring, or facilitating educational development sessions
Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, communication, and teamwork, and a commitment to student success
Must be able to work independently and without intense supervision but also effectively contribute to an instructional team with a learner‑centered and service‑oriented philosophy
Demonstrated experience in working with students, faculty, departmental staff, and campus administrators, as well as off‑campus contacts
State law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in English as a requirement for this position
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree
College‑level teaching or tutoring experience
Prior experience working with First‑time in College (FTIC) students
Employed by ISU or previously employed by ISU
Understand the challenges facing college students today
Strong knowledge of the ISU campus, including culture, resources, and disciplines
Work Hours
Varies
Proposed Starting Date
August 14, 2026
Required Applicant Documents
Resume/C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference List
Special Instructions for Applicants
Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.
Contact Information for Applicants
Human Resources
Michelle Klunke
msklunk@ilstu.edu
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened:
01/23/2026 09:00 AM CST
Application Closes:
Open Until Filled
#J-18808-Ljbffr