Instructor, Computer Science

Shape the future of tech—teach the innovators of tomorrow!

Lincoln Land Community College is seeking a full-time, tenure-track, 9-month instructor to teach Computer Science courses starting fall 2026 semester. Courses are offered on the LLCC main campus in Springfield, IL and Outreach Centers in Jacksonville, IL, Taylorville, IL and Litchfield, IL.

Teaching load will consist of, but will not be limited to topics that include cybersecurity and ethics, networking and server administration, help desk, programming/coding (i.e. Java and .NET Framework), and database development.

Duties will include teaching 15 contact hours per semester of assigned classes, preparing lessons and course syllabi; evaluating and assisting students; keeping accurate records of student performance (following grading procedures; providing students with timely feedback); maintaining office hours; participating in departmental/institutional operations and program review; creating a learning environment that fosters student success; developing, integrating, evaluating and reviewing student learning outcomes in support of the College’s ongoing accreditation; and contributing to a collegial and collaborative work environment.

The Math and Computer Science Department consists of a Dean, fourteen full-time faculty members and one administrative assistant. The Computer Science program offers a variety of courses for students seeking degrees and certificates. The Computer Science program directly supports Lincoln Land’s status as a Center for Academic Excellence 2Y (CAE2Y) awarded by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). A CBE Cybersecurity certificate is currently sponsored by a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and CyberWatch. Faculty within Computer Science sponsor a student Computer Science Academy club, provide workshops to the public, plan events for high school students, and are very engaged with business and industry.

The position includes opportunities to teach in-class and on-line. Evening hours may be required and opportunities exist for overload and summer teaching assignments. The College provides an excellent fringe benefit package and is supportive of faculty development.

As a faculty member at LLCC, you can look forward to working at an institution that values teaching and learning, supports faculty development, and encourages innovation and excellence. Full-time faculty members teach 15 credit hours for load each fall and spring semester with small class sizes and the potential to teach additional courses during the summer term. LLCC employs face-to-face, online, hybrid, and remote instructional modalities and offers courses in 16-week and 8- week formats. LLCC faculty, their spouse and qualified dependent children are eligible to use the tuition waiver on credited courses. Faculty can also enjoy free access to our on-campus fitness center. You can view all the benefits on our website. Come join our team and experience success at LLCC!

Faculty salaries are determined by education level and experience and will be between $51,901 – $93,337. Below are the salary ranges for each level of education. Additional compensation beyond base salary can be earned through extra teaching assignments during the academic year and in the summer, as well as coordinator assignments. 

Masters: $51,901 – $76,788

Masters +15 additional graduate credit hours: $54,499 – $80,627

Masters +30 additional graduate credit hours: $57,224 – $84,660

Masters +45 additional graduate credit hours: $60,084 – $88,893

Doctorate: $63,085 – $93,337

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in computer science or closely related field
• Prior teaching experience at the college level
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Advanced computer skills appropriate to the discipline

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in computer science with a specialization in cybersecurity
• Experience teaching computer science at a community college
• Experience in assessment of student learning outcomes
• Formal or informal training in pedagogy for higher education
• Experience teaching students from a wide spectrum of ages and from diverse cultural and social backgrounds, including high school students enrolled in dual credit classes

This position will be open until filled; however, applications must be received on or before Sunday, January 18, 2026, to be considered during the initial review window. Remote interviews will begin early February and face to face interviews will begin early March.

Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to perform a brief 15-20 minute presentation. The topic for which will be emailed upon scheduling the interview.