Adjunct Faculty - Hospitality Management Operations

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a candidate for a teaching position in hospitality. The role requires delivering course content such as Hospitality and Resort Operations, Front Office Operations, and Convention Sales and Services.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management and have relevant industry experience, with a strong commitment to fostering an engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time, non-teaching experience in lodging management.
• Three years of experience teaching courses in hospitality.
• Knowledge of hospitality industry standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course content that aligns with the curriculum standards.
• Develop course syllabi and assessments reflecting industry practices.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Use technology to enhance course delivery and student engagement.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.

Skills

Lodging management

Convention management

Tourism

Inclusive teaching

Use of technology in teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or related field

Bachelor’s degree in lodging management or event management

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience Requirements: The equivalent of one year’s full-time, non-teaching experience (2,000 hrs) in lodging management, convention management, and/or tourism.
• Preferred Experience: The equivalent of one year’s full-time, non-teaching experience (2,000 hrs) in lodging management, convention management, and/or tourism and three (3) or more years of experience teaching full-time courses in lodging management, convention sales and services or tourism.
• Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or related field.
• Preferred Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, lodging management, event management, tourism, and/or marketing.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Courses to be taught:
  • FSM103 Hospitality and Resort Operations
  • FSM120 Front Office Operations
  • FSM153 Convention Sales and Services
  • FSM210 Hospitality Facility Maintenance

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver course content that aligns with the college’s curriculum standards and student learning outcomes.
• Develop course syllabi, assignments, and assessments that reflect current industry practices and ensure course outcomes are met.
• Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that accommodates diverse learning styles and promotes student success.
• Use technology and other resources to enhance course delivery and student engagement, including online, hybrid, or face-to-face modalities.
• Maintain accurate records of students’ progress and grades.
• Must adhere to mid-term verification and final grade posting deadlines.
• Adhere to institutional policies and procedures, including those related to academic integrity and accessibility.
• Knowledge of the hospitality segments and how they connect to provide customer satisfaction; one hospitality industry certification in any of the segments.