Careers at MCC

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If you are interested in a position at MCC, please follow the instructions on Indeed. Or, email your resume and cover letter in confidence to careers@mccollege.edu.

Qualified candidates will be contacted to set up an initial virtual or face-to-face interview.

Open Positions

Updated 07/15/24

Academic Manager
Adjunct Instructors – English as a Second Language (ESL)
Adjunct Instructor – AAS in Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography
Adjunct Instructor – AAS in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology
Adjunct Instructor (Part Time) – Business Program
Adjunct Instructor (Part Time) – Information Technology Program
Dental Assisting Adjunct
Information Technology Instructor (IT Quality Assurance / Software QA)
NICVS Lab Assistant (Part-Time)
Surgical Technology Adjunct Instructor
Clinical Coordinator (Surgical Technology)

A little about us: Here at MCC, you’ll be a part of extraordinary diversity. Our staff, adjuncts, and student population represent over 40 countries, and various communities throughout the Chicagoland area and beyond!

Academic Manager

Midwestern Career College has an opening for an Academic Manager.

The Academic Manager assists the Program Directors in administering academic programs in a manner that serves the best interest of students, maintains the highest standards of academic integrity in accordance with the mission, core values, and purposes of the college. This position reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Administrative Responsibilities

Assist in recruiting, hiring, orienting, and training faculty and assigned staff, which includes ensuring that assigned faculty members hold the appropriate teaching credentials.
Assist in quarterly faculty evaluations and coaching sessions.
Maintain student academic records and files to ensure they represent an accurate, complete and current account of students’ academic progress.
Monitor transcript evaluation requests to ensure that official transcript evaluations are received and reviewed with students in a timely manner.
Manage quarterly faculty in-services.

Program Directors

Work in collaboration with the Program Directors to contact students if they stop attending the program.
Assist Program Directors in monitoring student performance and hiring and evaluating instructors.
Monitor the development of mid-terms, final assessments and the processing of mid-term progress alert forms.
Monitor the completion of grade change and incomplete grade forms.
Monitor student advising sessions for F grades.

Student Services

Assist in the monitoring of students who intend to withdraw from courses and improve processes to increase retention.
Assist in developing quarterly academic awards and honors.
Participate in student orientations.
Monitor communication with at-risk students to ensure their academic success.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred. Must have at least five years of academic administrative experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Ability to handle multiple projects and processes simultaneously.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication.
Student-oriented attitude.
Integrity;
Professionalism;
Strong work ethic;
Collaboration, and organizational skills;
Ability to work at a fast pace with minimal supervision;
Adaptability;
Willingness to learn and improve in all aspects of the position.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

To apply, please send your resume to hr@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Adjunct ESL Instructors

Midwestern Career College has openings for Adjunct ESL instructors. Come teach in our CEA-accredited adult IEP!

Our English as a Second Language program mission is to provide non-native speakers of English with the English language, academic, and cultural skills that will enable them to further their education in US colleges or universities and/or gain employment in their native countries or the US.

Here are the schedules:
January 9 – March 26. Renewal in spring.
M/W 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
T/TH 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
M/W or T/TH, 2:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Education and experience required:
A bachelor’s degree in TESOL or linguistics OR a closely related field (e.g., English) with TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certification, and at least 2 years of experience teaching adult international students.

To apply, please send your resume to pfiene@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Adjunct Instructor – AAS in Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography

MCC has a position open for a Radiography Adjunct Instructor.

Please note this is not a remote position. This is a hybrid course and some on campus presence is required. Local candidates only please.

A little about MCC: Who are MCC’s teachers? They’re linguists and doctors; business professionals and globetrotters; authors and technicians; and so much more. What brings them all together are the values that they share with the college: high expectations for their students, a professional attitude, and the ability to create a welcoming space for our diverse group of students. Our staff, adjuncts, and student population represent over 40 countries, and various communities throughout the Chicagoland area and beyond! With such diverse backgrounds, communities, and cultures, MCC’s students, staff, and Instructors don’t fit into just one box. What we do have in common however, is hard work, drive, and dedication.

About the Radiography Adjunct position: You’ll be teaching assigned courses that will prepare students for appropriate certifications.

Illinois Locations: Chicago, Naperville, or Evergreen Park

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Adjunct instructors at Midwestern Career College are responsible for course planning and instructional delivery in classroom and lab courses. Instructional is required to be conducted in various delivery modes, such as, face-to-face, on-line and or hybrid formats. In addition, adjunct instructors are responsible for student evaluations and timely and accurate submission of required paperwork related to instruction.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Radiography
2 years of full-time (or equivalent part-time) employment in the radiography field
Current certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Associate degree in Radiography

3 years of full-time (or equivalent part-time) employment in radiography
Current ARRT certification.

To apply, send your resume to hr@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Adjunct Instructor – AAS in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

MCC has a position open for an Adjunct Instructor – AAS in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology

Please note this is not a remote position. This is a hybrid course and some on campus presence is required.

A little about us: MCC’s teachers are linguists and doctors; business professionals and globetrotters; authors and technicians; and so much more. What brings them all together are the values that they share with the college: high expectations for their students, a professional attitude, and the ability to create a welcoming space for our diverse group of students. Our staff, adjuncts, and student population represent over 40 countries, and various communities throughout the Chicagoland area and beyond! With such diverse backgrounds, communities, and cultures, MCC’s students, staff, and Instructors don’t fit into just one box. What we do have in common however, is hard work, drive, and dedication.

About the Adjunct position: You’ll be teaching assigned courses that will prepare students for appropriate certifications.

Illinois Locations: Chicago, Naperville, or Evergreen Park

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

Deliver the curriculum based on health-related vocational content materials to meet the needs of adult learners and assist them to successfully obtain appropriate certification.
Will report to Program Director and works closely with Director of Academic Operations to improve quality of instruction, curriculum and other academic requirements.
Evaluate and revise the curriculum to meet State and Federal requirements and address the needs of the students.
Evaluate and document students’ progress through testing, observation, and assessment of skills attained.
Provide a stimulating environment that encourages students’ participation, interpersonal skills development, and concepts of good patient care.
Perform other duties assigned by the Program Director.

Education and/or Experience:

An associate degree in allied health sciences or its equivalent is required.
A current and valid license as a Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist from the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) is required.
Two additional national certifications (Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging (RT MR) from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer from the American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety) are preferred.
Minimum 2 years of clinical or teaching experience in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology is required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

The position requires a personal computer.
Expert proficiency in MS Office Suite, and educational computer programs/software (tracking student progress and grades).
Excellent spelling and grammar skills, and the ability to communicate in a courteous, tactful, and concise manner.
Experience using multiple approaches to teaching and learning, such as incorporating technology, service learning, contextualized instruction, multiple levels, universal design for learning, or other research-based and innovative approaches that support increased student success.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.
Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills.
Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills).
Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
Ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse school/campus constituents.
Ability to develop and complete projects without continued direct supervision.
Ability to learn from student’s participation, demonstrates fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion without being ineffectual.

Physical Demands:

Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

To apply, send your resume to hr@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Adjunct Instructor (part-time) – Business Program

Midwestern Career College has an immediate opening for an Adjunct Instructor (part-time) in our Business Program. This role reports into the Program Director and is a hybrid course (teaching on site as well as online).

About the Role: As the Adjunct Instructor you will teach accounting, finance, and general business courses in the classroom and online. The Adjunct Instructor must possess the ability to work with students from different socioeconomic and educational backgrounds.

Job Duties:

In addition to teaching, other duties will include:

Working with the Program Director in improving quality of instruction, curriculum, and other academic requirements.
Evaluating and documenting students’ progress through testing and observation.
Provide a stimulating environment that encourages students’ participation, interpersonal skills development.
Use instruction time to gain insights into students’ current circumstances and goals.
Perform other duties assigned by the Program Director.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in business or its equivalent is required
Master’s degree is a plus
Two years in the field of accounting required
Experience using multiple approaches to teaching and learning, such as incorporating technology, service learning, contextualized instruction, multiple levels, universal design for learning, or other research-based and innovative approaches is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

This position requires a personal computer.
Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, in addition to QuickBooks and Net Suite.
Excellent writing, spelling, and grammar skills.
Ability to communicate in a professional and concise manner.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.
Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
Ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse school/campus constituents.
Ability to develop and complete projects without continued direct supervision.
Ability to learn from students’ participation, demonstrates fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion without being ineffectual.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the Instructor is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

To apply, send your resume to hr@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Adjunct Instructor (Part-Time) – Information Technology Program

Midwestern Career College (MCC) has an open position teaching the following courses in the Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology program:

Computer Concepts
Webpage Design
Intro to Java Script

Teaching Schedule: The courses are scheduled from eight to sixteen weeks starting August 29, 2022, night schedule (5:00 pm – 9:00 pm) on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the main campus of 203 N LaSalle St., Chicago, IL 60601. Some courses have a virtual instructional component.

Education Requirements: The candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field and have technical certifications.

Job Duties:

Deliver approved curriculum based on specific IT content to meet the needs of adult learners and assist them in obtaining appropriate certifications.
Evaluate and document student progress through observation, instruction, assessment, and evaluation of skills attained.
Address the needs of students by providing a stimulating learning environment that encourages students’ participation, interpersonal skills development, and information technology concepts.
Strong technological skills and knowledge of software applications, including learning management systems and student management systems.
Report to the Director of Academic Operations and advise on the quality of instruction improvement, curriculum enrichment, and other academic requirements.

Job Type: Part-time

COVID-19 considerations: All students and instructors are required to wear face masks during classes and labs.

To apply, send your resume to hr@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Dental Assisting Adjunct Instructor

MCC has a position open for a Dental Assisting Adjunct Instructor.

Please note this is not a remote position. This is a hybrid course and some on campus presence is required.

Who are MCC’s teachers? They’re linguists and doctors; business professionals and globetrotters; authors and technicians; and so much more. What brings them all together are the values that they share with the college: high expectations for their students, a professional attitude, and the ability to create a welcoming space for our diverse group of students. Our staff, adjuncts, and student population represent over 40 countries, and various communities throughout the Chicagoland area and beyond! With such diverse backgrounds, communities, and cultures, MCC’s students, staff, and Instructors don’t fit into just one box. What we do have in common however, is hard work, drive, and dedication.

About the Dental Assisting Adjunct position: You’ll be teaching assigned courses that will prepare students for appropriate certifications.

Location: Evergreen Park, Illinois

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

Deliver the curriculum based on specific dental-related content to meet the needs of adult learners and assist them to successfully obtain appropriate certifications.
Report to Dean and works closely with Director of Academic Operations to improve quality of instruction, curriculum, and other academic requirements.
Evaluate and revise the curriculum to meet accreditation standards, and state and governmental regulations.
Address the needs of the students by provide a stimulating environment that encourages students’ participation, interpersonal skills development, and concepts of good patient care.
Use instruction time to gain insights into students’ current circumstances and goals.
Perform other duties assigned by the Dean of Certificate Programs

Education and/or Experience:

Must be a graduate from an accredited dental assisting school with formal training in dental assisting techniques and procedures and possess work experience in chair-side dental assisting.
Must have valid and current credentials as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) by the Dental Assisting National Board.
Must have at least 5 years of clinical or teaching experience in the Dental Assisting profession.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Instructor must possess the ability to work within a diverse student population of different socioeconomic status and educational backgrounds.
Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite and other technology is required.
Demonstrate time management, flexibility, and attentiveness to detail.
Experience using multiple approaches to teaching and learning, such as incorporating technology, service learning, contextualized instruction, multiple levels, universal design for learning, or other research-based and innovative approaches that support increased student success.
Provide chair-side and other assistance to students in performing routine and surgical procedures including preparing equipment and areas for dental procedures.
Assist patients receiving treatment in the clinic in a polite and professional manner this includes assisting them with instructions and screening appointments.
Arrange equipment, pre-tray setups, dental materials and supplies, and patient’s records.
Inventory of supplies and materials and order as necessary to ensure the areas are always equipped.
Make certain that all units/stations are prepared for patient treatment meeting OSHA requirements.
Obtain digital x-rays, processes, and mounts dental radiographs as requested.
Prepare, organize, and pack instruments for sterilization.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines.
Ability to establish rapport within the campus community.
Ability to develop and complete projects with minimal supervision.
Adherence to institutional standard of conduct within internal and external environments affiliated with the institution.

Physical Demands:

Instructor is required to stand for longer than usual periods of time.
The instructor must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, to include supplies and equipment.

To apply, send your resume to hr@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Information Technology Instructor (IT Quality Assurance/QA Software Testing Courses)

Midwestern Career College (MCC) has an open position teaching the following courses in the Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology program:

IT Quality Assurance and Certifications
Software QA Testing

The courses are scheduled from eight to sixteen weeks starting January 9, 2023 and ending April 30^th, 2023.

Night schedule (5:00 pm – 9:30 pm) on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the main campus of 203 N LaSalle St., Chicago, IL 60601. Some courses have a virtual instructional component.

The candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field and have technical certifications.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

Deliver approved curriculum based on specific IT content to meet the needs of adult learners and assist them in obtaining appropriate certifications.
Evaluate and document student progress through observation, instruction, assessment, and evaluation of skills attained.
Address the needs of students by providing a stimulating learning environment that encourages students’ participation, interpersonal skills development, and information technology concepts.
Strong technological skills and knowledge of software applications, including learning management systems and student management systems.
Report to the Director of Academic Operations and advise on the quality of instruction improvement, curriculum enrichment, and other academic requirements.

To apply, send your resume to hr@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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NICVS Lab Assistant – Part-Time

MCC has an immediate opening for a part-time NICVS Lab Assistant.

Please note this is not a remote position. On campus presence is required.

About the NICVS Lab Assistant position: You’ll assist NICVS faculty in instructing, supervising, and evaluating students in the lab setting.

Location: Downtown Chicago

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

Assists the Instructor in supervising sonography labs on assigned days.
Assists students as necessary.
Communicates with MCC faculty to discuss student issues as necessary.
Displays a high level of commitment and operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.
Works within the organization in a resourceful manner to accomplish work goals; shows flexibility in response to change in processes and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures.
Accepts direction and feedback from MCC faculty and follows through appropriately.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduate of a NICVS Program. Excellent interpersonal, motivational, and communication skills.

To apply, send your resume to hr@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Surgical Technology Adjunct Instructor

Midwestern Career College is looking for a full-time/adjunct instructor in Surgical Technology. The requirements of this job include, but are not limited to:

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

Must be responsible for directing, evaluating, and reporting student progress toward course objectives and for the periodic review and updating of course material.
Teach students how to prepare an operating room, provide pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative patient care, and assist a surgeon during surgery or another medical procedure.
Prepare, review, and maintain courses and programs, syllabi, and instructional materials.
Demonstrate appropriate course and classroom management.
Provides academic guidance, assists students in developing personal, academic, and professional plans, and engages in the College’s program recruitment, student retention, and graduation efforts.
Participate in activities that will develop the individual’s teaching performance, instructional development, knowledge of subject matter, and/or teaching or subject area qualifications in keeping with the College’s mission and institutional goals.

Education and/or Experience

Faculty with instructional responsibilities in core surgical technology courses must have the following education/credentials:

Be a graduate of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency.
Possess a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
Have a minimum total of two years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past five years.

Physical Demands

None.

To apply, send your resume to hr@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Clinical Coordinator (Surgical Technology)

Midwestern Career College is looking for a full-time/adjunct instructor in Surgical Technology. The position acts as a primary liaison between the Surgical Technology program and clinical affiliate sites. This position reports to the Surgical Technology Program Director. The requirements of this job include, but are not limited to:

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinates clinical education.
Collaborates with the Director of Externship and Business Development to procure new externship sites.
Attends meetings with operating room managers (OR)/educators to discuss and manage surgical technology expectations for students.
Partners with MCC classroom instructors to verify student preparation for clinical placement.
Provides administration, organization, and provide supervision of student clinical experience.
Ensure documentation of the evaluation and progression of clinical performance leading to clinical competence.
Provides continuous quality review and improvement of student clinical experience.
Provides academic oversight, including curriculum planning and development of student clinical experience.
Ensures orientation to the program’s requirements for the externship experience.

LMS:

Creates, grades, and reviews clinical documents weekly.
Trains/Educates all students preparing for externship.
Monitors and verifies attendance and timestamps in Course Key.
Inputs attendance in GradPro.

Education and/or Experience

Faculty with instructional responsibilities in core surgical technology courses must have the following education/credentials:

Be a graduate of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency.
Possess a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
Have a minimum total of three years of documented experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past five years.
Possess knowledge of the curriculum.
Possess knowledge about the program’s evaluation of student learning and performance.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including developing Excel spreadsheets.
Ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively.
Must have strong team building and effective communication skills.
Has the ability to develop strong partnerships with internal and external constituents.

Physical Demands

None.

To apply, send your resume to hr@mccollege.edu. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Midwestern Career College (MCC) is an equal opportunity employer. The college is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment and education to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, handicap or disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected group status. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call (312) 236-9000 ext. 1090 or submit an email request to the Human Resources Department. Midwestern Career College’s Annual Security Report provides information about MCC’s offices and programs that provide safety support, crime statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other relevant policies and information. The report can be accessed online at: https://mccollege.edu/annual-campus-security-report/. Paper copies of the report are available, upon request, from the Registrar’s Office located at 100 S Wacker, LL1-50, Office 204, Chicago, IL 60606.