Adjunct Instructor - Entrepreneurship

About the role

Utah Valley University is looking to hire an Adjunct Instructor to teach a Computer Science (CS) focused entrepreneurship‑style course. Adjunct assignments are temporary, part‑time positions based on need per semester; the schedule and number of courses can change, and adjuncts may be assigned 0‑3 courses in any given semester.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach courses in the field of software tech ventures.
• Plan, prepare, and follow an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepare instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, etc.) as necessary.
• Instruct, manage, and supervise students in classrooms and computer labs using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluate instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods and in consultation with full‑time faculty.
• Work closely with an assigned full‑time faculty member to ensure academic standards, department standards, and course/program outcomes are met in each class taught.
• Maintain a student‑oriented approach to education.
• Coordinate engaged and/or service‑learning work experience programs with students as assigned.
• Assist counselors, department chairperson, and/or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Serve on curriculum committees and attend meetings as assigned.
• Improve professionally and maintain currency in the courses taught by reading and utilizing materials found in trade, technical, and professional publications; surveying and researching industrial and business establishments; obtaining and maintaining certification and degrees as required; attending professional and specialty courses; and keeping abreast of new development trends and techniques.

Qualifications

• Required: Graduation from an accredited business college with an Associate of Applied Science degree in the subject matter or a closely related area and four years of teaching experience or closely related professional experience.
• Preferred: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in the subject matter or a closely related area and one year of teaching or closely related professional experience; OR graduation from an accredited 4‑year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in the subject matter or a closely related area and two years of teaching or closely related professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of subject matter and content.
• Proficient in appropriate instructional methods and competent to instruct in both theoretical and practical classroom settings.
• Quality instructional strategies and techniques of positive student management, motivation, and evaluation.
• Interpersonal problem solving, decision‑making, and supervisory skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to engage students.
• Knowledge and experience in course structure and assessment, planning, and quality.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and lifelong learning.