Adjunct Faculty, Business

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SUMMARY:

Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and professional development. Assure that the South University philosophy: quality service to students; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position. Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by the South University Board of Trustees and administration's mandates. (This is a campus-based position in the Savannah, GA area, NOT remote)

KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

• Manage the educational process to ensure every student is involved in a positive educational experience through the learning, teaching, and social environment.
• Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job description in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook.
• Provide course instruction in General Management/Leadership, Law/Ethics and/or Economics that aligns with the South University model of curricula and supports the South University style of system delivery.
• Design and deliver instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course outcomes, the development of activities that support lesson objectives, and for online courses, deliver the instruction as approved within each course shell.
• Effectively utilize technology in the classroom to support the student learning experience.
• Enable the achievement of pre-defined outcomes for student achievement and evaluation of learning in the areas of General Management/Leadership, Law/Ethics and/or Economics by providing instruction that fosters proficiency and establishes student performance criteria and evaluation.
• Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing an educational environment conducive to learning and student involvement and effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.
• Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students, and engaging students in the learning process.
• Manage the educational environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing academic and attendance policies consistent with the school, campus, or online division.
• Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning by continuing professional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
• Participate in the faculty development process to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities in learner-centered instruction.
• Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s), faculty, and other South University administrators.
• Contribute to a learning culture by participating in curriculum and system task forces, support local campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participate in various other workshops and meetings.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Faculty teaching graduate and post-baccalaureate course work: earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline of Business Administration, Law and/or Economics or a related discipline.
• Preference given to those with discipline and experience in Marketing, Law and Statistics.
• Experience in instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
• Membership in a professional association tied to the area of instruction preferred.
• International Business Experience preferred.
• At least five years professional experience in the areas of Management, Business Law and/or Economics preferred.

Academic Processes - recognition of university guidelines, course descriptions, and academic terminology

Clerical - familiarity with office administrative procedures, including accurate record-keeping

Computer – competency using and producing quality deliverables using computer tools including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web browsing).

Technical Knowledge and Application - proficiency with creation of digital media and utilization of learning management systems

Mathematics – ability to perform basic mathematic calculations

Analytical – ability to perform basic quantitative analysis

Critical Thinking - competency in applying logic and reasoning to look at different types of information to derive conclusions and work through problems

Information Literacy – Proficiency with research methods, looking for key facts and information about a topic, identifying supporting sources, and documenting and citing credible references locates key facts and information to learn more about different types of information

Communication Skills – effective communication skills, verbal and written, while exercising social awareness

Written Expression - ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

Organizational - ability to organize large amounts of information and tasks

Teaching - ability to convey course concepts and material in a manner that others can understand

Training and Professional Development – ability and willingness to complete all assigned/required training through South University and engage in own professional development activities to remain current in the teaching disciplines and enhance educational skills

Ability to physically work in the United States while performing all responsibilities of the position for the University.

Office Hours - ability to hold required office hours and respond to student questions and administration within the required response time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, video conference, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess.

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.