Full-Time Business & Management Instructor

DescriptionIowa Western Community College is seeking two full-time Business/Management instructors to join our team. The ideal candidate holds an MBA in Business (or a closely related field), has at least 12 graduate credits in accounting, and is prepared to teach a variety of business and management courses in multiple modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, live virtual, and online asynchronous. Iowa Western uses Canvas as the learning management system.One position will be based at the Council Bluffs campus. The second position will likely teach primarily face-to-face courses at the SWITCH and Glenwood regional centers the first year, which serve rural dual-enrolled students in career and technical education programs. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to student success and an engaging, student-centered teaching approach.Full-time faculty teach a 5–5 load, with opportunities after the first year to teach summer and Winterim courses, as well as overload assignments of up to 21 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters for additional pay. Faculty are off contract during the summer and for approximately 2–3 weeks in the winter. All new hires must attend Reiver Week during the first week in August to prepare for the first year of teaching. The college uses common assessments and shared textbooks for courses of the same type to support consistency and quality.Job DutiesThis position is responsible for teaching classes as assigned by the academic deanMust evaluate and report student performances and progress in courses in accordance with college and division policies and proceduresMust meet Minimum Faculty Standards for hire and adhere to college policies and proceduresThe instructor will promote, develop, and deliver quality education programs with the intent to retain students to graduationDemonstrate IWCC’s core mission, vision, and valuesMeet minimum expectations for use of the College Learning Management System (post the syllabus to the course page by college deadlines, record student attendance, and maintain an accurate and current gradebook for all graded course activities) and for reports (roster verification, 5th week and 10th week progress reports, final grades, and course assessments)Collaborate with department and academic dean to develop and revise course and program curricula Assess and document student learning outcomes in courses each term?in accordance with college policies and proceduresCollaborate with the department to analyze assessment of student learning data and develop plans for continuous improvementParticipate in department, division, and college meetings Organize and teach labs as assigned by the academic deanComplete required professional development and trainingsExhibit a positive and professional demeanor with all members of the college and community, contributing to a productive and growth-oriented work environmentPromote, model, and enforce academic integrityBe available to answer student questions outside of class time (student conferences can be held on campus in a designated student conferencing space or via phone, web conferencing, or email)Help students achieve their educational and career goalsRefer students to college resourcesMaintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and Title IX regulations Adhere to safety policies and proceduresActively participate in college life and activities, such as shared governance, student organizations, and commencement ceremoniesOther duties as assigned, which may include:Review faculty credentials in consultation with the academic deanReview student transcripts upon requestAssist with instructor orientationsAssist the college with accreditation standardsQualificationsA master's degree in Business or Management or a master's degree with at least 12 credit hours in business or management courses.Graduate classes or experience in supply chain management is preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate in both small and large group settings and with diverse groups of people including co-workers, students, business contacts and at various levels from front-line to administrationStrong organizational skills including the ability to multitask, to meet deadlines, to maintain and access paper and electronic files, to produce error-free final products, and to manage time and outputExcellent customer service skillsProficient use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)Ability to read, write, and speak English fluentlyEnthusiastic and dedicated to the challenges of helping other peopleAbility to function collaboratively as part of a fast-paced, customer-oriented teamProfessional in communication, appearance, relationships, and responsivenessPositive attitudeSelf-starter with the ability to perform with little or no direct supervisionPhysical DemandsPhysical Demands Of Essential FunctionsThe employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hearAbility to lift up to 10lbsCognitive Requirements: (as presently performed to accomplish essential functions)Reading, Writing, CalculatingSocial Interaction SkillsReasoning/AnalysisWorks with Minimal SupervisionComprehensive benefits package, including employer paid medical, dental, life; HSA with a match, IPERS pension plan with over 9% employer match, free access to our new wellness facility, employee concierge services, and many other voluntary benefits to choose from. Click here to learn more!Employer Iowa Western Community College (IA)Address 2700 College RdCouncil Bluffs, Iowa, 51503Website https://www.iwcc.edu/