Espelman Online Instructor-Business Essentials Certificate Program

Employment Status Part-time Faculty/Type Title eSpelman Online Instructor-Business Essentials Certificate Program Area of Study Business Essentials Certificate Program Begins Fall Semester 2024 About the College

Spelman College seeks teacher/scholars dedicated to excellence in teaching and to the continued enhancement of the academic environment for students and colleagues. Founded in 1881, Spelman College is a private four-year liberal arts college located in Atlanta, GA. The oldest historically Black college for women in the United States, Spelman is a member of the Atlanta University Center Consortium and Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education.

Position Description

eSpelman is currently accepting applications to teach two courses for the Business Essentials Certificate Program in our Adjunct Faculty applicant pool. Adjunct positions are available throughout 2024.

Under the general guidance of the eSpelman Online Program Director, the Adjunct Faculty member leverages industry knowledge and best practices to promote the mission and vision of the eSpelman Online Certificate programs. Adjunct Faculty members' duties include teaching courses in their certificate program, advising adult students, contributing to course assessment and quality improvement.

eSpelman is committed to educating working adults and empowering them with the knowledge to succeed in an array of in-demand professional fields. The eSpelman online certificate programs enroll students of all genders and backgrounds, extending the magic of Spelman College as the No. 1 HBCU beyond the campus gate.

Specific Courses to be Taught:

Financial Management

Data-Driven Decision Making

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach courses in the assigned discipline by adapting teaching, advising, and coaching methodologies for working adult learners and communicating subject matter clearly and effectively.

• Provide constructive and timely feedback to assist students in achieving completion of course objectives and learning outcomes.

• Motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process

• Engage students in building a supportive online learning community.

• Assist in conducting course review, student learning outcomes assessment, and program review

• Demonstrate commitment to professional development, including but not limited to activities such as: participating in professional conferences, workshops, seminars, serving in statewide committees or professional organizations, conducting research projects, publishing scholarly works, etc.

• Participate in eSpelman hosted meetings, orientations, training, etc., and stay engaged with the Spelman community.

• Meet record keeping obligations on time in accordance with eSpelman policies, e.g. grades, attendance, reports, etc.

• Perform other duties as outlined within teaching agreement

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate discipline (e.g., economics and business) at the time of application.

• Demonstrate a strong record and aptitude of online teaching and adult education.

• Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Demonstrate the ability to work on multiple projects/courses simultaneously.

• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with students, faculty, and professional staff.

• Proficient and functional knowledge of Canvas, video conferencing and other educational technologies, MS Office (Work, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

• At least three years of professional work experience in an academic setting.

• A professional certification or license in an area related to the teaching discipline.

• Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented.

Require Application Materials:

• Online Application

• CV/resume

• Cover letter

• Two reference letters

This position will remain open indefinitely to build a viable pool of applicants, to be considered for upcoming terms offered during the spring and fall semesters. The terms are as follows:

Term 1: Jan 22 to Mar 22

Term 2: Apr 22 to Jun 21

Term 3: Aug 5 to Oct 4

Term 4: Oct 14 to Dec 13

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F308P Open Date 01/31/2022 Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants

Any correspondence regarding the position or your application will be relayed to you by our Faculty Affairs Team. Please do not reach out to any department faculty regarding the position or status of your application. We appreciate your interest and consideration.

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