Instructor, Fashion Merchandising/Marketing - Full-Time, Tenure Track for Fall 2026

Brookdale Community College•Middletown Township, NJ

8d•$70,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Brookdale Community College invites applications for a full-time, tenure track Instructor, Fashion Merchandising/Marketing, to begin in September 2026. We seek candidates who are committed to Brookdale's mission of success and academic excellence and who desire to work in a diverse and dynamic environment. In addition to excellent academic credentials and subject area knowledge, candidates will bring to the College a love of teaching, an enthusiastic desire to assist students, and an eagerness to contribute to the Brookdale community. Candidates will demonstrate a passion for lifelong learning, inside and outside of the classroom. Faculty members are primarily teachers and are responsible for the preparation and implementation of assigned courses. Faculty maintain office hours and engage in departmental, divisional, and college-wide activities. They are also required to remain current in their academic fields and in technology and are encouraged to pursue leadership roles within their discipline.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Fashion discipline with minimum of five years’ experience in the field of fashion design. Masters in related field preferred. If the candidate does not possess a master’s degree at the time of hire, they must obtain one within three years.
Recent College-level teaching experience in the field.
Licenses, certificates, and/or additional work experience may be required in addition to or may be substituted for an advanced degree for selected disciplines.
Proficiency with advanced apparel construction techniques.
Proficiency with industrial sewing machines.
Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate students.
Must have the commitment and the ability to use technology to enhance classroom teaching, student learning, and to communicate through the College's email and LMS.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Monmouth County and its communities.
Faculty Members teaching extra courses or working additional hours during the academic year and in the summer receive additional compensation.

Responsibilities

Teach various courses in the Fashion/Marketing department.
Provide leadership and engagement in special events, including off‑campus functions and community‑based activities.
Serve as the advisor and leader of the Fashion Club, fostering student involvement and supporting co‑curricular learning experiences.
Coordinate the annual fashion show and student showcase events, including planning, logistics, student support, and collaboration with internal and external partners.
Prepare and utilize instructional materials in a variety of formats.
Utilize appropriate and contemporary pedagogical techniques to enhance student comprehension and mastery.
Incorporate academic technologies and library materials where appropriate into coursework for enhanced learning.
Assist students in their assigned area of instruction during office hours.
Communicate through electronic mail, virtual and face-to-face meetings, learning management systems, and other channels as appropriate.
Participate regularly in the assessment of course, program, and general education learning outcomes.
Evaluate student learning in accordance with college deadlines.
Treat students fairly, consistently, and in an ethical manner.
Participate in curriculum development and revision, Academic Program Review, and institutional assessment efforts.
Adhere to departmental and college policies and regulations.
Pursue professional development, maintain academic discipline currency, required certifications and licenses, and increase knowledge and effectiveness in teaching through self and graduate study, workshops, and conferences.
Adhere to federal and state regulations, including but not limited to handling and disposal of hazardous materials, student privacy/FERPA regulations, etc.
Adhere to departmental and college policies and regulations.