The Business/Economics faculty position supports the Business Studies programs and strategic operation of the Computing and Business Technology Department at Frederick Community College. Computing and Business Technology Department faculty work as members of an instructional team of full- and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver high quality instruction to students. Faculty maybe scheduled to teach up to 15 credits per semester (Fall and Spring), demonstrate innovation and excellence in curriculum and co-curricular planning, foster an atmosphere of active intellectual and creative engagement in and out of the classroom, and contribute to the advancement and overall welfare of the College community. Faculty work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Faculty use varying styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.

 

1. Teach core introductory and general education courses in business, economics, or related fields.

2. Facilitate student mastery of core learning outcomes using the most relevant and scholarly tools available.

3. Contribute to the development, planning, and implementation of a high quality curriculum.

4. Engage students actively in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes, and advancement of critical communication skills.

5. Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.

6. Provide service to the College and community to support and enhance the College mission.

7. Serve on committees and participate in department meetings.

8. Maintain currency in academic discipline and pedagogy by actively participating in professional organizations at the state, regional, and national levels and by engaging in other professional development opportunities.

9. Appreciate and articulate the value of a strong general education program and use that framework to mentor students and adjunct faculty members.

10. Uphold and contribute to the Frederick Community College Strategic Plan.

11. Perform other duties as assigned.

1. Master’s Degree in business, economics, or a related field with at least 18 graduate credits in Business Management or Economics

2. Experience teaching in multiple areas related to Business and/or Economics

3. Previous work experience related to Business, Management, or Economics

1. Earned Ph.D. in Business or Economics, Doctorate of Management, or equivalent

2. Two (2) years teaching experience with college level teaching or teaching adults

3. Evidence of adaptability in utilizing cutting-edge pedagogy or andragogy in teaching Business and Economics

4. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community

5. Experience or interest in alternative instructional modes related to both classroom instruction and distributed (online) learning