Personal Finance for the Performing Artist Faculty
About The Position
AMDA College of the Performing Arts is seeking passionate, student-centered, and highly qualified part-time adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate Personal Finance for the Performing Artist course. This course is delivered In Person on the NY campus using a combined with the utilization of Canvas. Faculty members at AMDA are responsible for providing highly effective instruction through well-prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair and holistic assessment of learning, clear documentation of student progress, and support of academic success for all students. Courses will be delivered in person and typically meet two days per week for 2-hour sessions.
Requirements
- Terminal degree in finance, business, accounting, economics, or a related field.
- A minimum of two-three years of teaching in the related field Finance, in a post-secondary setting
- Experience in financial planning, investment management, or accounting, preferably with a focus on Performing Artists with irregular income streams, freelancers, or entrepreneurs.
- Experience with innovative teaching methodologies that focus on creating an engaging, student-centered learning environment
- Currency and depth of knowledge in the applicable field
- Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and practices that enhance student success at higher education institutions, including effective use of technology
- Excellent oral/written communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning
- Successful candidates will be able to apply their discipline expertise in a manner/context that is relevant to emerging performing artists, in an synchronous online environment and through the LMS.
- Active scholarship in related field
Nice To Haves
- MBA, Ph.D. in Finance, Business or a related field.
- Certified Financial Planner certifications such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
- Understand the unique financial challenges faced by Performing Artists.
- Experience in financial planning, investment management, or accounting, preferably with a focus on individuals with irregular income streams, freelancers, or entrepreneurs. Performing Artist
- Demonstrated success teaching at the college level.
- Recent teaching experience in higher education.
- Candidates with teaching experience and expertise in the Performing Arts Industry is an additional area highly desired.
- Knowledge and experience in using instructional technology, Blackboard Ultra Learning Management System.
Responsibilities
- Providing instruction in accordance with established curricula, course outlines, and class schedules
- Creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking
- Providing a learning vehicle for diversity and inclusion content
- Evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and assessing student work
- Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics
- Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas
- Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time adjunct faculty member
- Maintaining accurate academic records
- Performing other related duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
