Entrepreneurship Faculty, Part-Time (Adjunct Faculty Pool)

Community College of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

282d • Remote

About The Position

The Business Leadership, Fashion, and Hospitality department invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in Entrepreneurship for the 2024 Spring and Fall semesters. Applicant credentials will be kept on file until 12/31/2024. The academic programs and courses provided by the Business Leadership, Fashion, and Hospitality department equip students with the knowledge, tools, skill sets, and practical experience to be competitive in job markets as well as prepare those who desire to continue their education and pursue a bachelor's degree. Students are challenged and encouraged by subject matter experts and participate in active-learning classroom instruction delivered on-campus and distance learning environments. In addition, there are opportunities for personal growth and social interaction through engagement events, guest speakers, and student organizations. The Entrepreneurship & Innovation Proficiency Certificate is an 18 credit-hour program for students who are interested in launching or working in a start-up entrepreneurship venture. The program will connect students' entrepreneurial passion with the skills, knowledge, connections, critical thinking abilities, and practical experiences needed to foster their entrepreneurial spirit.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related degree.
• 6 years' experience in entrepreneurship and/or small business management.
• Prior venture experience including developing and operating an entrepreneurial venture and/or small business.
• At least one year of teaching experience.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively use teaching strategies and technologies for in-person and/or online learning.

Nice To Haves

• Firsthand experience in developing and effectively using a business plan.
• Active participation in industry related professional development activities, meetings and/or conferences.
• Experience teaching at a Community College.
• Commitment to participating in the intellectual life of the department, and a willingness to participate in the life of the College.

Responsibilities

• Teach Entrepreneurship courses to students with a broad range of entrepreneurial interests.
• Communicate effectively, value differences, and foster collaboration.
• Work with others to achieve college, department, and individual success.
• Proactively identify and address problems.
• Utilize effective teaching strategies and technologies for online learning and other technology tools to meet the learning needs of a diverse student population.
• Commitment to professional learning and growth and service to the profession.
• Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values.
• Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom.
• Participate in continual assessment and course updates to ensure excellence in meeting program and student learning outcomes.
• Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in field of discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention.

Benefits

• College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance
• Tuition remission (for classes at the college)
• Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution)
• 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation, holiday and personal time
• Partial remote work schedule for remote work eligible positions
• Winter break: 1 week around the third week in December and New Years
• Spring Break: 1 week in March
• Summer Hours: 4-day work week (closed on Fridays) from the 2nd week in May through the 3rd week in August

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree