Adjunct Business Instructor

COLUMBIA GORGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE • The Dalles, OR

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for teaching Business courses that align with CGCC course outcome guides. The instructor is also responsible for performing other instruction-related activities including course planning, assessment and evaluation. This position is open for Winter term 2027. Courses encompass a variety of business and computer applications disciplines, including: Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Communication, Management, Business Technology, Business Ethics, Human Resources, Human Relations, Business Law, Computer Applications (e.g., Microsoft Office®, Adobe Photoshop®), keyboarding & 10-key skills, Social Media/Digital Marketing, Desktop Publishing, Graphic Design, Records Management.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in the subject area and three (3) years recent, full-time, non-teaching experience in the field; or
• Master’s degree in a related area plus 24 quarter hours of upper division credit in the subject area, and three (3) years recent, full-time, non-teaching work experience in the field; or
• Bachelor’s degree in the subject area and four (4) years recent, full-time, non-teaching work experience in the field; or
• Bachelor’s degree in a related area, plus 24 quarter hours upper division credit in the subject area, plus four (4) years recent, full-time, non-teaching work experience in the field; or
• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in subject area or professional education plus five (5) years recent, full-time, non-teaching work experience in the field, or demonstrated competency and/or qualifications set by licensing organization in the field.
• Experience or training in one or more of the following subject areas: Accounting, Business Ethics, Business Law, Business Technology, Communication, Computer Applications (e.g., Microsoft Office®, Adobe Photoshop®), Desktop Publishing, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Graphic Design, Human Relations, Human Resources, Keyboarding & 10-Key, Management, Marketing, Records Management, Social Media/Digital Marketing
• Experience with face-to-face, synchronous, and asynchronous teaching methods and associated technology.
• Thorough understanding of the curriculum in assigned instructional area.
• Knowledge of instructional delivery, the elements of effective teaching and learning, and the principles of adult education.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, faculty, and students.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong commitment to student success.
• Strong commitment to innovation, collaboration, and quality.
• Ability to stay current in the field through professional development and self-study.
• Ability to use computer technology for communication and instructional purposes.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Open Education Resources (OER) desired.

Responsibilities

• Serve as adjunct instructor for the Business program.
• Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi.
• Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned.
• Submitting requests through the department chair, program coordinator, or lead instructor for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aides.
• Evaluating the academic progress of students.
• Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Faculty Handbook.
• Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required.
• Scheduling office hours.
• Instructors must be able and be available to teach using all three formats: live in a classroom (face-to-face), simultaneously via Zoom (synchronous), and “online” (asynchronously).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level