Instructor or Assistant Professor-Business

Date Position Opens:  August 20, 2024

We are seeking an innovative and versatile Business Educator to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess expertise across various business disciplines and demonstrate the ability to teach a wide range of subjects, including Introductory Business, Business Law, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Accounting, and Management. This role is perfect for someone passionate about preparing the next generation of business professionals through dynamic and engaging instruction. The candidate must be willing to teach classes at multiple sites in the three county region: Lehigh, Carbon, and Schuylkill, as well as online. The faculty position is part of the business division within the School of Business and reports directly to the Dean of the School of Business.

LCCC Internal candidates must apply within 15 days of posting.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript through our online application system at www.lccc.edu/jobs.

LCCC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Recommends changes to the instructional programs and curricula as required and actively participates in curriculum development including online teaching.
• Keeps and submits appropriate academic records.
• Maintains instructional effectiveness by ongoing self-evaluation and incorporating current developments in instructional and learning strategies.
• Teaches courses in accordance with the master course outline and within the schedule of classes.
• Assists librarians in keeping the College collections and services current.
• Assists the College in keeping technology, facilities, and equipment current.
• Plans with the assistance of the Dean, Associate Academic Dean, or Director, to insure availability of supplies, textbooks, and classroom equipment requisite to the successful teaching of assigned classes.
• Maintains regular office hours, as approved by the Dean, Associate Academic Dean, or Director, for consultation with students.
• Serves as faculty advisor to student organizations.
• Serves as a faculty advisor to students in their program of study.
• Recruits students for programs of study.
• Works closely with the Deans and faculty to determine program and course expansion initiatives for both online and regional education.
• Participates in academic audits and division program and course assessments.
• Assists in preparation of budgets for submission to the Dean, Associate Academic Dean, or Director.
• Assists in preparation of academic schedules for submission to the Dean, Associate Academic Dean, or Director.
• Serves on College committees and advisory boards and helps recruit for the advisory boards.
• Where appropriate, makes recommendations to the Dean, Associate Academic Dean, or Director on staffing courses as well as in program development/course offerings.
• Works with Dean, Associate Academic Dean, or Director and fellow faculty including adjuncts to maintain academic standards and integrity.
• Works with new faculty in the area.
• Actively participates in faculty development activities.
• In addition to College-sponsored development activities, maintains professional development and stays current in his/her field of study.
• Works with counselors, advisors, and other College staff in responding to student needs.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings.
• Discharges those additional duties normally and customarily associated with College faculty.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

Required
Education

• Master’s degree in business or closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Foreign degrees – must provide a US equivalency report of your degree credentials with your transcript, if not, your resume will not be accepted.

Certifications

• Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal Background, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Clearance Fingerprinting)

Work Experience

• Familiarity with the mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Must have teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Proven teaching experience or industry expertise across business disciplines, with a preference for candidates comfortable teaching a broad range of subjects;
• Stay updated on industry trends to ensure curriculum relevance and align learning outcomes with industry standards;
• Collaborate with colleagues to enrich program quality, engage in curriculum planning, and contribute to department goals;
• Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to school-wide activities and committees.
• Must possess a high level of the following work skills and behaviors: teamwork/cooperation, initiative, customer service, and commitment to continuous professional growth in skills and knowledge.

 Preferred

• Doctorate degree from and accredited institution of higher education.
• Experience teaching at a community college.
• Experience teaching law courses and with sufficient academic preparation to teach other business courses.