Level II Adjunct Faculty Engagement Program

Adjunct faculty teach at Harper College for a variety of reasons. Some career professionals teach to give back to the community or to share their expertise with future members of the workforce. Some adjunct faculty aspire to a full-time faculty position in higher education. Still others find that part-time teaching fits into their schedules better than a full-time position. Regardless of motivation, Harper College respects and relies on the commitment that so many adjunct faculty make to the institution and its students both in and out of the classroom.

The purpose of the Level II Adjunct Faculty Engagement Program is to provide recognition for non-introductory period adjunct faculty who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to student success and teaching excellence in and beyond the classroom. This is demonstrated through the completion of a body of work in the areas of college service and professional development, after which a non-introductory period adjunct faculty member may receive the following incentives as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Agreement:

Increased compensation per contact hour
Priority in course assignment, when available
A phone interview for a posted full-time faculty position for which the adjunct employee is qualified

Adjunct Faculty Level II Testimonial

It made me reflect about my own teaching style and making sure that I was delivering on what I, you know intended to do. So, I found that really positive.

—Robert Allare

Please review the details for the program below, including the expectations & requirements, timeline, frequently asked questions (FAQs), and the renewal process after achieving the Level II designation.