Adjunct Instructors (Business & Entrepreneurship) (Talent Pool)

Job Title: Adjunct Instructors

Division: College of Business & Entrepreneurship

Reporting Structure: Chair of the Department of Business Administration

 

 

JOB SUMMARY: This temporary part-time teaching appointment is within the College of Business and Entrepreneurship at Bethune-Cookman University.  The College serves as a vital component of the institution's founding purpose to foster a liberal arts environment that nurtures globally aware individuals and scholars.  Guided by inquiry-driven learning, critical thinking, and collaborative practice, the College equips students with essential skills for meaningful participation in cultural and civic domains.  Therefore, the Adjunct Instructor is to be committed to an inclusive working environment and expected to participate as an active member of the department's collaborative endeavors, with a commitment to quality instruction in its courses. Summer teaching opportunities may be available, depending on enrollment, but are not guaranteed.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: A commitment to BCU's mission and its learner-centered approach to teach courses in Business at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, such as Accounting, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Information Systems & Business Analytics, Management, and Marketing, or other courses as needed.  The candidate will prepare course materials such as syllabi, presentations, and assignments in collaboration with other faculty members teaching the same courses; deliver student-centered learning through the effective use of available learning management systems (Canvas); administer and grade formative and summative assessments and provide feedback; maintain regularly scheduled office hours for students; support the College and departmental wide activities and services with a spirit of leadership, commitment, accountability, and collegiality; and adhering to the institution's policies. 

 

 

MINIMUM EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: At least two (2) years of professional experience in teaching.  In addition, the Adjunct Instructor engages their students beyond the classroom and must demonstrate an active commitment to the life of the University.  Adjunct Instructors are not eligible for tenure.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Adjunct Instructors hold a terminal degree in any field of Business from a nationally accredited university or College, have commensurate professional experience, have the potential to become excellent teachers and student mentors in the academic community, and fulfill the University's established criteria.