[Remote] Online Adjunct Instructor - Applications in Corporate Finance

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Rasmussen University hires an online adjunct instructor to teach Applications in Corporate Finance. The role delivers course instruction, supports student learning and engagement, contributes to curriculum and assessment, and participates in faculty development and university activities.

Responsibilities

• Adjunct faculty members are primarily responsible for communicating with students and supervising Deans or other University staff related to teaching and learning. Faculty are expected to:
• Communicate both verbally and in writing with students in regards to feedback on student performance on a consistent basis throughout the course and as required by the Faculty Expectations
• Be available for students via phone, email and for individual appointments as needed for questions and academic assistance as determined and outlined in the Faculty Expectations
• Respond to Dean/University staff in regards to performance, student issues/concerns, or items needed for faculty file/accreditation needs in a timely manner
• Appropriate behavior, language, professional communication, demeanor and dress will be exhibited at all times
• The essential function of the position include, but are not limited to the following tasks, duties, and responsibilities consistent with the function. The employee is expected to perform all other duties as requested, directed, and/or assigned. Adjunct faculty will be assigned up to 3 work units per academic quarter
• Use of effective teaching strategies and multiple teaching techniques; teaching and modeling appropriate level learning skills and creating an environment conducive to learning
• Creating high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and student-centered learning including the use of live classroom tools to hold synchronous learning sessions with students
• Clarity, relevance, and connection of class session objectives to course performance objectives
• Organized classroom and efficient use of class time
• Demonstrate mastery and ability to articulate and relate to students
• Play an integral role in the development and implementation of curriculum and assessment for their area of expertise
• Faculty are responsible for creating a classroom presence in support of students in collaboration with their Dean
• Student support and outreach that supports the success of students is accomplished through faculty availability to students in all courses through synchronous or asynchronous communication and meetings to help students achieve the learning objectives for their course(s)
• Faculty will attend events, programmatic meetings, and committee work as agreed upon and/or designated by the Dean
• Faculty must complete a minimum of six (6) Rasmussen Educational Units (REUs) annually or two (2) REUs per quarter for each quarter you teach (whichever is less) between the combined areas of Teaching Development and Development in the Discipline on an annual basis as described in the faculty handbook

Skills

• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with students, leadership, and peers
• Excellent written communication and strong verbal communication skills in the English language
• Windows XP or greater
• Microsoft Office 2010
• An internet connection
• Master's degree in Finance, MBA with Finance Concentration
• Must be able to provide official transcripts for each degree earned from an accredited institution before teaching
• Teaching experience preferred
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in the field of study

Benefits

• Remote position; not available to Colorado residents.
• Part-time employees are eligible for the 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Paid sick leave.
• A robust learning management system.
• Individual development planning.
• Continuing education benefits for part-time employees: a tuition reduction on courses taken within the Rasmussen family of brands.

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