Entertainment Business - Adjunct Instructor

SAE Institute•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Entertainment Business Adjunct Instructor facilitates student learning toward course and program learning outcomes. The instructor teaches, inspires, motivates, guides, and supports students; continually improves instructional and professional skills; updates materials for SAE courses; and sets high expectations for quality work. The instructor ensures students complete coursework that meets class objectives with quality and attention to detail, and complies with SAE Institute policies and procedures. The position reports to the Director of Education or Program Chair. It includes planning and delivering instruction aligned with SAE curricula, maintaining an effective learning environment, supporting academic advising and campus activities, maintaining accurate course records, and communicating with and supporting students, including those at risk academically or for attendance. The instructor maintains course content and engagement through Canvas and remains eligible under applicable regulations. This is a part-time adjunct instructor position with ongoing contract renewal as needed.

Requirements

For faculty teaching courses other than general education at the diploma or associate degree level: at least a bachelor's degree, academic preparation relevant to the assignment, and three years of related experience.
For faculty teaching bachelor's degree courses: at least a master's degree, academic preparation relevant to the assignment, and three years of related experience.
Expert knowledge of the subject matter taught in assigned courses.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to foster a cooperative atmosphere in a diverse community.
Outstanding conflict-resolution skills.
Demonstrated time-management and critical-thinking skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet frequently occurring deadlines.
Ability to work independently without constant supervision and follow instructions.
Knowledge of common office software, such as Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to perform administrative tasks such as posting attendance and grades accurately and promptly.

Responsibilities

Facilitate student learning and achievement of course and program learning outcomes.
Provide education aligned with SAE's curriculum model and delivery.
Establish a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement.
Develop instructional plans that meet course competencies and activities that support lesson objectives.
Plan and prepare effectively for classes and student success.
Enrich syllabi by developing course materials and using SAE-approved curriculum and participatory, innovative teaching methodologies.
Use teaching methodologies and technologies, including Canvas, to enhance learning, engage students, and support course and program outcomes.
Continually improve instructional and professional skills and create and follow an annual faculty development plan.
Set high expectations for quality work and ensure coursework achieves class goals with quality and attention to detail.
Participate in academic advising, curriculum committees, campus events, workshops, and collegiate meetings.
Maintain accurate records and enforce college policies and procedures.
Post attendance within one hour after class, assignment grades within one week of submission, and final grades within 48 hours after the course ends.
Update the Canvas grade book within 48 hours after an assessment is posted.
Contact and advise students at risk for attendance or academic difficulties, and coordinate support with Academics staff.
Maintain, update, manage, and ensure the accuracy of Canvas content for assigned courses, and use Canvas to communicate with students.
Maintain instructor eligibility under applicable federal, state, and accrediting regulations.
Comply with SAE policies, practices, and procedures, including those in the faculty handbook, catalog, procedures manuals, and faculty assignment agreement.
Perform other duties as assigned.