Business (Faculty - 182 Days)

About the role

Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) is currently searching for a full-time business faculty to provide high-quality, learner-centered instruction to students enrolled in Business programs at any KCKCC location while supporting the institution’s mission, vision, and strategic plan.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain rigorous course syllabi that clearly define student learning outcomes (SLOs), specific competencies, assessment methodologies, and industry-aligned textbook requirements.
• Facilitate all scheduled class sessions using evidence-based, active learning pedagogies that engage a multicultural student body in collaborative and experiential learning.
• Proactively adapt content and delivery methods to support students with varying academic preparation levels, abilities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Leverage the Learning Management System (Blackboard Ultra) and emerging instructional technologies to enhance course delivery, grade transparency, and student engagement.
• Engage in regular self-reflection and professional development to maintain contemporary expertise in business disciplines and pedagogical best practices.
• Implement comprehensive assessment techniques to monitor student progress, aligning all activities with department, division, and college-level assessment plans.
• Provide timely, constructive, and actionable feedback to students regarding their academic performance.
• Serve as a faculty advisor, collaborating with program coordinators to guide students through academic planning, career pathways, and professional development.
• Support the maintenance of specialized accreditation, specifically supporting the standards and reporting requirements of the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
• Participate actively in the campus community through involvement in division/department meetings, college committees, in-service training, and institutional events.
• Ensure the punctual submission of grades, attendance records, and other regulatory reports required by the administration.
• Execute other professional and teaching-related duties as assigned by the Dean or appropriate administrator to support the institutional mission.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or a Master’s degree in a closely related business field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of two (2) years of post-degree, professional business experience in a non-teaching capacity (e.g., management, marketing, or corporate operations).
• Mastery of core business disciplines, including but not limited to management principles, marketing fundamentals, and entrepreneurship.
• Demonstrated experience in applying learner-centered pedagogical strategies and active learning techniques.

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of adult learning theory (Andragogy) and the ability to apply varied methodologies to different learning styles.
• Deep understanding of current business trends, industry standards, and academic curricular requirements.
• Ability to transition from traditional lecturing to facilitating active learning that promotes critical thinking and real-world problem-solving.
• Skilled in designing and executing meaningful assessments and providing data-driven, constructive feedback to enhance student outcomes.
• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex business concepts clearly.
• Ability to work effectively within a student-centered, team-based environment and build rapport with students, staff, and faculty.
• Highly organized with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and maintain strict professional punctuality.
• Strong independent judgment and the ability to navigate challenges in a fast-paced academic setting.
• Advanced proficiency in Blackboard Ultra (or similar Learning Management Systems) for course delivery, gradebook management, and student engagement.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams) for instructional and administrative use.
• General proficiency in educational technologies and the ability to quickly adapt to new hardware and software solutions.

Pay

Compensation: $55,446.46-$67,822.90. Commensurate with the education outlined in the current collective bargaining contract salary schedule.

Schedule

In alignment with the requirements of the Master Contract and to meet programmatic needs. Primarily during regular hours of Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Must be able to work a variable schedule/hour to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours.

Application

To apply, visit www.kckcc.edu and click on CAREERS for a list of available positions. Read the job announcement carefully noting the initial screening date, minimum qualifications, and required information. Note that information contained in your application materials will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Make sure you complete/submit all the documents listed as required. If the position lists a required transcript (during the application process) unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, please note that upon selection for hire, you will be required to submit official transcripts. Ensure that your transcripts show that a degree was awarded or conferred if you are stating that it is your highest level of education completed. If you certify your level of education and it cannot be verified from your transcript(s), your application may not be referred to the selection committee. Foreign degrees are acceptable provided they have been translated and/or shown to have equivalency to a United States: Associate, Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate level degree. Documentation verifying completion of a degree, course work within a discipline, or other educational criteria should be electronically attached (uploaded) to your application. Three (3) professional references with phone number and email addresses are required. A college selection committee is responsible for application review and interviews. The final candidate(s) selected to be hired will be made by the hiring manager. Successful completion of a background check on all persons recommended for employment is required. Individual hiring departments may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions, as part of the applicant selection/hiring process.