Teaching Fellow in Business

Teaching Fellow in Business

Start Date: Fall 2026

Schreiner University invites applications for a Teaching Fellow in Business beginning in Fall 2026. This full-time, non–tenure track position is ideal for emerging educators who are committed to high-quality undergraduate teaching and who wish to develop professionally within a supportive academic environment. The program offers 2–3 year fixed-term appointments with the opportunity to transition to tenure-track for talented educators. Consideration for transition to tenure-track is based on teaching performance, curriculum contributions, terminal degree requirements, and institutional needs. Fellows will carry a 30-credit hour annual teaching load and participate in a mandatory 4-week summer faculty development institute at the end of each academic year.

Teaching Fellows at Schreiner University:

• Teach undergraduate courses while receiving structured mentorship from senior faculty.
• Gain experience in course design, assessment, classroom management, and Canvas LMS.
• Participate in required summer professional development. This may include workshops on teaching strategies, curriculum development, and student engagement.
• Receive ongoing feedback through peer observations, teaching evaluations, and consultations.
• Build a professional teaching portfolio to support future academic or industry advancement.
• Contribute to departmental initiatives and program growth in management.

This position is especially suitable for candidates who are ABD, pursuing a doctoral degree, or planning to begin doctoral study, as it provides hands-on teaching experience and structured faculty development.

Teaching & Academic Responsibilities

• Teach courses within the business curriculum including Introduction to Business, Professional Skills, Quantitative Methods, Business Strategy, Business Research, etc.
• Implement experiential learning strategies, including industry projects, case studies, and applied assignments.
• Create effective, inclusive, and engaging instructional materials aligned with program learning outcomes.
• Contribute to program assessment and curriculum improvements.
• Utilize Canvas and instructional technology to support student learning.

Student Mentoring & Advising

• Mentor and guide students pursuing careers in different aspects of business.
• Support students with professional development, including resume building, networking, graduate school interests, and internship preparation.

Professional Development & Institutional Engagement

Teaching Fellows are expected to:

• Participate in summer faculty development at the end of each academic year.
• Engage in ongoing professional development during each year of the fellowship.
• Stay current in business trends, analytics, management theory, and pedagogy.
• Collaborate with faculty on program initiatives, community partnerships, and/or student recruitment efforts.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree in business administration or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated potential for strong undergraduate teaching.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to student success and inclusive pedagogy.
• Commitment to professional development.

Preferred:

• ABD or actively pursuing a doctoral degree in a business related field.
• College-level teaching or teaching-assistant experience.
• Professional experience is a plus
• Familiarity with Canvas LMS and high-impact teaching practices.
• Interest in contributing to program growth and student engagement activities.

Contract & Evaluation

• 2-3 year non-renewable contract unless transitioning to tenure-track, with performance reviews and opportunities for extension.
• 10-month contract, including summer institute
• Annual reviews based on student feedback, peer observations, and teaching portfolios.
• Active participation in university-wide teaching initiatives and mentoring

Schreiner University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, professional experiences, and academic paths.