"Business Instructor"

Business Instructor

Salary: $66,812.56 - $89,100.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

Job Number: 2526-00029

Closing: 1/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Rocklin, CA

Division: Instruction Office

Description

Under administrative direction of an educational administrator, prepare and present lecture and laboratory instruction, evaluate students' performance engaged in the study of general business and management, develop curriculum, participate in shared governance and other activities in support of the instructional program, and do related work, as required.

JOB CHARACTERISTICS
Incumbent may supervise student and/or other temporary help, as assigned.

Examples Of Functions and Tasks

Lecture/ Laboratory Presentation - ESSENTIAL

Present lecture/laboratory information and concepts in a clear and logical manner; use current examples and /or analogies to convey important concepts; provide instructional objectives to assist student learning; outline, summarize and emphasize major points; enhance presentations with visual aids, handouts, and demonstrations; answer student questions clearly; encourage student participation in classroom discussions.

Student Performance Evaluation - ESSENTIAL

Develop quizzes, examinations, term papers, homework assignments, projects, and laboratory assignments which fairly evaluate student progress in acquiring knowledge of subject material; monitor student activity during examinations and quizzes; read, evaluate, and grade student responses on examinations, quizzes, and projects; assign, read, and evaluate student homework assignments and projects; tabulate scores and assign official grades; advise students on matters regarding their academic performance; refer students to appropriate student services (e.g., Extended Opportunity Programs and Services [EOPS], the Learning Skills Center, Tutoring Center, Writing Center, etc.) for specialized testing and tutoring.

Lecture/ Laboratory Preparation - ESSENTIAL

Review and select textbooks appropriate for each course; further evaluate textbooks for cost and readability; read material to stay current in the field; develop supplemental materials for use in classroom and laboratory; develop syllabi for each course; prepare lesson plans for each class meeting, as appropriate; coordinate lectures with laboratory assignments, as applicable. PERIPHERAL: Maintain memberships in groups organized to maintain currency in various fields.

Curriculum Development - ESSENTIAL

Review and evaluate curriculum to meet student interests and needs; work with local businesses and advisory committees to meet employment needs; coordinate with regular and part time faculty members to enhance consistency of courses; evaluate and/or revise courses to meet changing needs; present proposals for curriculum changes to the Curriculum Committee and/or other appropriate shared governance bodies.

Shared Governance Activities - ESSENTIAL

Attend and participate in District, division, and department meetings; participate in Advisory Committee meetings, attend Board of Trustees and/or Strategic Council meetings, as necessary; represent department and/or division by serving on District-wide committees; serve on employee selection committees, as requested; serve on faculty peer evaluation committees, as requested. PERIPHERAL: Read minutes of shared governance bodies, Board of Trustees reports, and other written material to maintain knowledge of District activities; read and respond to information polls distributed by the Academic Senate and/or other shared governance bodies.

Student Services - ESSENTIAL

Post and hold regular office hours; acknowledge of diversity of student population and plan accordingly to include all students; provide students with a positive role model in terms of character and citizenship; participate in commencement and other student award ceremonies; provide students with letters of reference, as requested. PERIPHERAL: Promote articulation with feeder high schools and with transfer universities; encourage and assist students with internships and scholarship applications; invite guest speakers to share their on-the-job experiences; arrange field trips to enhance students' knowledge of job opportunities.

Special Programs - ESSENTIAL

Participate in special programs related to enhancement of instruction (e.g., Career fairs, Student Services outreach activities, etc).

Minimum Qualifications

CCC Minimum Qualifications Handbook

Master's in business, business management, business administration, accountancy, finance, marketing or business education

OR

Bachelor's in any of the above

AND

Master's in economics, personnel management, public administration, or Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) or Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.)

OR

Bachelor's in economics with a business emphasis

AND

Master's in personnel management, public administration, or Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) or Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.)

OR

the equivalent

Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credentials, transcripts, LiveScan, and tuberculosis examination as required.

Knowledge of:

ESSENTIAL: Business concepts and principles including management and accounting principles and practices; teaching practices, methods, and techniques. PERIPHERAL: Computer operating systems applications software appropriate for Business courses.

Ability to:

ESSENTIAL: Lecture in front of large and small groups; explain business concepts and principles in a logical, sequential manner; provide students with a 'hands on' learning experience in the laboratory; show sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of students; provide for the special needs of students with disabilities; form and maintain effective working relationships with students and other faculty members and staff; maintain personal integrity, honesty, reliability, and cooperation; work independently and/or collaboratively to solve problems; observe routine safety precautions for use of equipment. PERIPHERAL: Develop activities and assignments to address diverse learning styles.

Supplemental Information

WHY SIERRA?

• One of Aspen Institute's Top 150 Community Colleges in the nation
• The Accrediting Commission recognized Sierra 'for its exemplary practice of providing personnel with opportunities for continued professional development in order to meet its mission.'
• Sierra has a commitment to culturally-responsive strategies and methods, and therefore all newly hired faculty participate in a Faculty Equity and Inclusion Certificate
• State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)
• Competitive benefits package
• 175 day per year contract
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (in most cases)

COMPENSATION

Placement on the District's Faculty Salary Schedule is dependent upon years of experience and level of education. Entry-level is from $66,812.56 to $89,535.23 at the time of employment. The current highest salary attainable after employment is $119,985.75. ...

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

There are four (4) required documents to apply for this position:

1. Employment Application
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
3. Applicable transcripts with conferred degree and date (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
4. Teaching Philosophy Statement responding to specific prompts.