Vocational Skills Lecturer - Business and Entrepreneurship

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational requirements:

A bachelor's degree in business, finance, marketing, product development, or related field or equivalent experience is required; an MBA is preferred.

Experience requirements: A minimum of three years working in a business-related field; one year of experience teaching adults.

Part-time teaching positions are based on enrollment. Classes may be scheduled for daytime, evenings, or weekends.

Continuing Professional Education at Harper College is seeking a Business and Entrepreneurship Instructor with expertise in one or more of the following areas: entrepreneurial mindset, ideation and prototyping, market research, customer validation, business models, finance, and budgeting. Additional topics include conducting new product pitches, marketing and sales, product development, leadership, operations management, scaling a business, and risk management. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging, hands-on instruction that helps students build practical skills essential for launching and growing successful businesses.

We are looking for instructors who have a passion for fostering an entrepreneurial spirit and cultivating a collaborative learning environment.

Courses may be offered online, in person, or in a blended format. Instructional training includes following a course syllabus, meeting course objectives, lecture, and lab instruction, using Blackboard, assessments, and PowerPoint presentations as appropriate. The instructor will maintain and update the course curriculum as needed i.e., syllabus, textbooks, PowerPoint presentations, quizzes, etc. Must record student attendance, submit midterm and final grades as required per semester, and complete mandatory training.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices. We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details.

Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience.