Adjunct - Business

Position Title: Adjunct- Business
Department: Business (BUS)
Division: Communications and Humanities (COH)
Employee Status: Part-Time/Adjunct (Fall, Spring and/or Summer Semesters)
Group: NA
Grade: NA
FLSA: Non-Exempt
ICCB Classification: Teaching Faculty
Updated: 10/25
Employment Notice: Rock Valley College does not offer sponsorship for employment based visas for this position.

Reporting Relationships
Reports to: Dean of Communications and Humanities
Supervision Exercised: None

Job Summary: Teach assigned classes/ sections and perform activities related to classroom instruction.
Rock Valley seeks a dynamic and passionate part-time Business instructor. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching in the Business Department, fostering a positive learning environment, and engaging students in the development of their business acumen.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Additional related duties may be assigned.

• Teaching:
  • Instruct students in lecture of business courses.
  • Meet classes at assigned times.
• Course Preparation:
  • Select appropriate texts and teaching materials.
  • Prepare and deliver lectures, assignments, and assessments that align with course objectives and learning outcomes.
  • Keep informed on the latest research and journal articles.
• Student Engagement:
  • Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that encourages active participation and engagement.
  • Provide availability for student interaction outside of class (1-hour weekly minimum per 3 credit hours)
• Assessment and Feedback:
  • Evaluate student performance through a variety of assessment methods. Provide constructive feedback to support student improvement.
  • Utilize Rock Valley College’s chosen Learning Management System (LMS) for all grading, assignments, communication, and student records.
  • Prepare course/class reports as required.
• Collaboration:
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the department’s initiatives and activities.
  • Attend college meetings when available (faculty, division, in-service training, etc.).
• Compliance:
  • Adhere to college policies, procedures, and academic standards.
  • Adhere to Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and any policies or laws that govern higher education at Rock Valley College.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education/Experience: Master’s degree or higher in a business-related discipline required, with 18 graduate credits in Business or Accounting. 3-5 years of professional experience.

Skills: Strong knowledge of Business theories and practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to engage and inspire a diverse student population. Proficiency in using educational technology and learning management systems.

Personal Attributes: Demonstrate commitment to student success and academic excellence. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a classroom setting.

Physical Demands
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.