Adjunct Faculty-Grand Rapids-Accounting Job Grand Rapids area,Michigan USA,Education / Teaching

Who we are: Davenport University is a private, non-profit university focused on offering a practical curriculum and the latest degree programs. Our graduates are prepared to exceed employer expectations, transform communities, and change lives. At Davenport, we believe every person may achieve his or her dream. Would you like to be part of our success? It all starts here!

Donald W. Maine College of Business

The College of Business prepares students for positions of leadership in both existing organizations and new ventures. We are proud of our reputation for academic rigor and quality programs resulting in strong employment prospects for our students. Faculty is committed to its tactical approach in the assessment of student performance, continuous curricular improvement and innovation to meet present and future employment demands.

The principles of entrepreneurship play a central role in the design of our programs helping to sustain a culture of innovation for our students and faculty. We are committed to providing opportunities for the application of knowledge through experiential learning, requiring every graduate to complete an internship or a course-based field experience project.

Adjunct Faculty-Grand Rapids-Accounting

WORK LOCATION: Grand Rapids - Lettinga Campus

DEPARTMENT: Academic-College of Business

Our Adjunct Faculty members are a very valuable asset to the DU team and programs, bringing practical experience, current working knowledge, and a passion for their profession to our students who have diverse interests, abilities, needs and expectations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrated knowledge in assigned teaching discipline.

Teaches courses as contracted each session and proactively prepares for scheduled courses.

Provide instructional opportunities for entire scheduled class time.

Contribute positively to the advancement of academics through:

Understanding the Davenport University curriculum.
Preparing instructional course syllabi and materials.
Providing input and feedback on selected textbooks, instructional resources and electronic materials.
Use of digital learning technology including learning management system (eg. Blackboard), publisher provided digital resources and other technology as required.

Conduct classes in accordance with established course outlines and approved instructional materials.

Guide students in their educational processes by referring them for assistance regarding their program/schedules, academic progress, specialized services within the University, and/or up-to-date information about educational/occupational opportunities.

Be accessible to assist students with questions and in completion of assignments as delineated in the course syllabus, including ADA accommodations.

Access information on current issues through University communications (i.e. e-mail and print correspondence, website, and publications).

Engage with various college and campus activities including attendance at a faculty kick-off, advisory board and other meetings as requested.

Maintain all records-student/classroom/department (i.e. grades, attendance, Excellence System, etc.)- in compliance with University guidelines.

Maintain and demonstrate a positive approach that provides for innovation, personal growth and professional development.

Understand and abide by all external and internal regulations and policies. This includes NCAA, GLIAC and national affiliations associated within athletics or other role specific regulations.

Maintain and demonstrate a high level of professional ethics.

Participate in adjunct faculty evaluation process as determined by the University.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Master’s degree or higher in Accounting is preferred. Applicants with a graduate degree in another field who have significant professional experience in accounting will also be considered.
Must have daytime availability.
Minimum of eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in assigned teaching discipline.
Minimum of three (3) years current professional experience related to assigned teaching discipline.
Relevant/Current certifications/licenses as required by teaching assignment.
Ability to teach one (1) to four (4) hours per class session.
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