Rockford University is seeking adjunct instructors to join our Puri School of Business team. If you have a passion for educating and want to join a team of dedicated faculty, we invite you to apply for Fall 2024 in-person teaching opportunities.

Adjunct instructors will teach 16-week courses that may include Principles of Marketing. Digital Marketing, Consumer Behavior, Organizational Behavior, Entrepreneurship, Sales Strategies, and Creativity and Innovation. Master’s degree and equivalent professional experience in their field, required. Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching experience at the college level.

Upon competition of the 2024-2025 academic year, the hired faculty may be given the opportunity to continue at Rockford University as a tenure-track instructor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Develop course curriculum

· Deliver lectures and lead class discussions in-person and/or online format

· Assign homework and projects to help your students learn the material

· Offer additional help outside of class

· Administer final exams

· Complete grading and other administrative work in a timely manner

Requirements and Qualifications:

· Master's degree in your field

· Professional experience

· Teaching experience (preferred)

· Strong communication skills

· Computer proficiency

Review of applications will start immediately. Interested candidates should e-mail in a single pdf a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, three references, and all related transcripts, graduate and undergraduate (official up on hire) to: HumanResources@rockford.edu.

Founded in 1847, Rockford University is an independent, liberal arts institution dedicated to teaching. It is located in Rockford, IL, a city of 150,000 people about 85 miles northwest of Chicago. The University offers bachelor degree programs in over two dozen majors, masters programs in teaching and business, and educational programs for the citizens of our community. Rockford University is one of only twelve institutions in Illinois with a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa.

At Rockford University, we are committed to the principle of diversity, equity and inclusion as it relates to building a well-rounded workforce and community. We are especially interested in candidates who through their professional experience bring contributions to diversity and excellence in the work they do.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Ability to Relocate:

• Rockford, IL 61108: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person