Adjunct Faculty - Entrepreneurship

Ivy Tech Community College • South Bend, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of the common syllabi provided.

Requirements

• A qualified faculty member in the Entrepreneurship program meets the program standard with a minimum of 3 years of entrepreneurial (one who organizes, manages and assumes the risk of a business or enterprise provide Articles of Incorporation) and/or intrapreneurial (an individual who develops new enterprises within the corporation) experience, completes the RISE (Readiness Inventory for Successful Entrepreneurship) Training, and meets one of the following:
• Possesses an earned master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in entrepreneurship, business administration, management, marketing, or a business-related field as appropriate to the program; or
• Possesses an earned related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documented 18 semester hours or equivalent of courses beyond the introductory principle(s) level in entrepreneurship, management, marketing, or a business-administration-related field as appropriate to the program; or
• Possesses an earned related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documentation in two or more of the following: Professional field related certification (national, regional, or state), Three or more documented years of entrepreneurial and/or intrapreneurial experience, Documentation of research and publication in the field; or Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military; or
• Possesses an earned bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, in entrepreneurship, business administration, management, marketing, or a business-administration-related field as appropriate to the program, with documentation in one of the following: Professional field related certification (national, regional, or state); Three or more documented years of entrepreneurial and/or intrapreneurial experience; Documentation of research and publication in the field; Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military.
• Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction.
• Conducts all activities with appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish (Primary Language): Native or professional-level fluency required.
• English (Secondary Language): Professional working proficiency required, including the ability to teach, communicate, and prepare instructional materials in English.
• Teaching primarily in Spanish with English proficiency.
• Experience developing bilingual instructional materials.
• Experience supporting a culturally and linguistically diverse student population.
• Possesses an earned master’s degree or bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in entrepreneurship, business administration, management, marketing, or a business-related field as appropriate to the program and has five or more documented years of entrepreneurial and/or intrapreneurial experience.
• Has demonstrated experience teaching bilingual or Spanish-speaking adult learners.
• Possess at least one (1) year of teaching experience at the college or university level.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with college policy, course objectives, and the instructional needs of the Bilingual Entrepreneurship Program track.
• Provides high-quality instruction in Spanish (primary language of instruction) while effectively communicating with students, faculty, and staff in English as required.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with college policies, campus guidelines and expectations.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.
• All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

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