Adjunct Instructor, Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship (Supply Chain Management)
Company: Lindenwood University
Location: Saint Charles
Posted on: May 8, 2022
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Job Description:
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JOB TITLE SUMMARY
Job title: Adjunct Instructor, Supply Chain Management
Job code:
Department: Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship
Evaluation group: Adjunct Instructor
FLSA status: Exempt
Grade:
Reports to:
Positions Supervised: N/A
Notice: At this time, we may not be actively recruiting for
positions in this/these area(s). Applications submitted will be
added to a pool of candidates to be considered for future
openings.
Summary
An adjunct instructor is responsible for teaching, service, and
related administrative activities. This position may also include
academic advising, program design, and student mentoring.
Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators
Teaching and Learning
* Focus on the talents, interests, and future of the student by
clearly communicating learning goals and how those goals are
assessed, teaching course sessions in an organized way, providing
time for reflection, discussion, and application of ideas or
information and by making learning engaging and interesting.
* Develop adaptive thinking and problem-solving skills by using
examples or illustrations to explain difficult points, encourage
students to question ideas or information in the subject, adjust
instruction if students experience difficulties in learning, help
students to understand the language and processes of the subject,
and help students to think through and solve problems, either by
themselves or together as a group.
* Further lifelong learning by providing useful feedback on tests
or completed assignments, using assessment results to provide extra
help or extended learning opportunities.
* Establish a positive, productive, and respectful classroom
environment that is conducive to learning.
* Hold all classes as scheduled and be punctual in starting and
ending classes.
* Enforce/respect university policies, procedures, and rules and
inform the appropriate university official of any violations or
inappropriate conduct by students that cannot be redressed through
normal faculty intervention.
* Distribute the syllabus to each student enrolled in each course
taught by the first class meeting.
* Follow the established course schedule, and when needed, provide
written notice of any substantial change(s).
* Require use of the course text(s) to an extent that warrants
purchase.
* Ensure that students receive reasonable and timely assistance
with course assignments/assessments as requested.
* Administer either an exam or other evaluative activity during the
scheduled final exam time for every course.
* Determine final grades as per the method prescribed in the
syllabus.
* Mentoring, such as promoting volunteer opportunities, conducting
research with students, providing curricular enhancements or
extensions, tutoring, promoting resume-building initiatives,
promoting responsible citizenship inside and outside of the campus,
promoting leadership opportunities, connecting students with
university resources, helping students to solve problems or adapt
their thinking, and promoting healthy and ethical lifestyles.
* Providing an unwavering example of professionalism.
* Complete any other requirements as requested by the dean.
Shared Responsibility
* Engage in scholarly activities and creative endeavors which
contribute to the academic mission of the university.
* Supervise laboratories, independent study activities, and
off-campus learning such as practicums and internships.
* Participate in shared governance assuming positions of
responsibility by volunteering for university events and
initiatives, participating in co-curricular activities, and
recruiting.
* Exhibit interpersonal effectiveness with and respect for
students, colleagues, and administrators by acting as a team player
and coordinating work behavior with colleagues.
Subject Matter Expertise
* Design, develop, and teach assigned undergraduate and graduate
courses and seminars.
Job may require other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications - Required qualifications to effectively
perform the job. An equivalent combination of education, training
and experience will be considered. (Additional requirements may be
designated by position.)
* Master's degree required.
* Ideal candidate will have 18 hours of graduate coursework in
Supply Chain Management, or related discipline, and relevant
industry experience. ASCM/APICS CPIM, CSCP, CTLD or similar
certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - May be representative, but not
all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly
associated with this position.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to think critically and solve problems independently.
* Ability to be organized and work on multiple tasks
simultaneously.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canvas,
and CAMS.
Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly
associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
* General office and/or classroom conditions.
Physical Abilities - Activities that are commonly associated with
the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands
described below are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform essential functions.
* Stamina to teach class as required.
* Ability to stand or sit for extended time periods.
* Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative
and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be
required of positions given this title and shall not be construed
as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and
responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be
directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically
presented in this description.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The
University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws
and provides equal employment opportunities and access to
educational programs without regard to race, color, religion,
gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all
qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is
committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to
providing a positive discrimination-free educational work
environment.
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