Dominican University Is Hiring An Adjunct Instructor

Join Our Team as a Part-Time Adjunct Faculty in French and Italian!

Dominican University is seeking a passionate and experienced instructor to teach courses in Italian literature and culture during the Fall 2026 term. If you have a strong background in the Renaissance period and online teaching experience, we invite you to apply! 🌟

Department:

• French and Italian

Reports To:

• Department Chair

Position Summary

Dominican University seeks a part-time Adjunct Faculty member to deliver courses in Italian for the Fall 2026 semester. The ideal candidate will possess excellent knowledge of Renaissance literature and culture, prior college-level teaching experience, and familiarity with online course management systems.

Adjunct faculty are contracted on a course-by-course basis and are responsible for instructional delivery and student learning in an asynchronous online format.

Course Assignment

This position involves teaching courses in an online asynchronous format, with duties including:

• Delivering instruction aligned with the approved syllabus and learning outcomes
• Preparing course materials and assessments suitable for the discipline
• Submitting grades accurately and on schedule
• Providing student support including scheduled online office hours
• Responding to student inquiries promptly
• Following university policies and accommodation procedures
• Coordinating with the Department Chair regarding course and academic matters

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Italian Studies
• Proven academic or professional expertise relevant to the course subject

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a learning management system (Canvas)
• Relevant professional or applied experience in the field

Salary and FLSA Status 💼

• Salary: $3,000 – $3,500 per 3-credit course
• FLSA Status: Exempt, Part-Time (Adjunct Faculty)

Application Instructions 📄

Interested candidates should submit:

• A cover letter
• A CV

Note: Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon successful background screening.

About Dominican University 🏫

Situated in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university with an additional campus in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, we offer degrees from associate to doctoral levels. Our university is known for rigorous academics, student-centered support, affordability, and values-based, relationship-oriented learning.

With over 3,800 students—including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students—we serve a diverse community:

• 68% Latinx
• 5% Black or African American
• 3% Asian
• 77% underrepresented minority undergraduate enrollment
• Nearly 90% of undergraduates receiving financial aid
• Over half first-generation college students

Since 2011, recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Dominican is dedicated to expanding educational opportunities for Latinx and underrepresented students. For more information, click Apply for this Job below. 🚀

Expectations for All Dominican Employees 🤝

To support our mission of cultivating truth, service, and justice, staff are encouraged to engage in community-building activities, participate in campus events, contribute to outreach, and promote diversity & inclusion in their roles.

Institutional & Equal Opportunity Statements

Institutional Commitment: Dominican University promotes a diverse, inclusive academic community. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities.

EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans.