Adjunct Faculty (Section Lead) Pool- Online Marketing Courses

College of William & Mary; Williamsburg (VA); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a prestigious institution as an Adjunct Faculty member leading Online Marketing Courses. This role is perfect for those passionate about education and eager to engage with a diverse group of students. You'll facilitate asynchronous courses, provide valuable feedback, and create an inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of marketing education. If you have a strong marketing background and a desire to inspire adult learners in an online setting, this is the ideal role for you. Embrace the chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive academic community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in marketing or related field required.
• Significant professional experience in marketing is essential.
• Experience in online education and adult learning environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate online courses and engage with students through discussions.
• Provide timely feedback and maintain communication with faculty.
• Monitor student progress and offer virtual office hours.

Skills

Marketing Expertise

Instructional Experience

Digital Communication

Inclusivity in Education

Online Teaching

Collaboration Tools

Education

Master's Degree in Marketing or Related Field

MBA with Concentration in Marketing

Doctoral Degree in Related Discipline

Tools

Canvas Learning Management System

Video Conferencing Technologies

Web-based Collaboration Platforms

Job description

Adjunct Faculty (Section Lead) Pool- Online Marketing Courses

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For full consideration a Resume, Cover Letter, Teaching Statement, and Unofficial Transcripts reflecting a degree associated with the subject area being taught are required.

Position Information

Position Number: P1011W

Position Title: Adjunct Faculty (Section Lead) Pool- Online Marketing Courses

Unit Mission Statement: The mission of the Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William & Mary is to serve the Commonwealth, the nation, and the global community both by offering high-quality educational programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels and by creating and communicating new knowledge.

Position Summary: The Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William & Mary is recruiting a pool of adjunct faculty (Section Lead) to lead one or more 7.5-week asynchronous course sections within the Online Master of Science in Marketing (MSM) program. Section Leads serve a vital role within the Online MSM program and are valued members of the Raymond A. Mason School of Business and the William & Mary community. Under the supervision of the Faculty Lead, Section Leads facilitate their assigned course section(s) by posting course announcements, engaging in discussion boards, offering weekly office hours, responding to student inquiries, monitoring student progress, grading student assignments, and providing students with substantive, timely feedback. Section Leads are provided with professional learning opportunities and are invited to attend on-campus events.

Position Duties

• Maintain frequent and open communication with William & Mary faculty and staff through email, mail, telephone, and any other medium deemed appropriate.
• Complete online instructor orientation and technology training before teaching online for the Mason School and complete continuing training each year after.
• Complete all training and paperwork required by William & Mary and/or the Mason School.
• Review and follow university, school, and program policies.
• Review course syllabus, content, activities, and assignments prior to the term start date.
• Coordinate course activities with the Faculty Lead.
• Adhere to the course design, instructional and grading guidelines, and due dates.
• Post a Welcome announcement the first day the course opens to students that includes a brief introduction, your contact information, office hours details, and course expectations.
• Post a minimum of two weekly announcements relevant to the course content and learning activities.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Provide students with timely, personalized, and substantive feedback on graded assignment submissions.
• Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner based on the instructions/rubrics provided by the Faculty Lead (48 – 72 hours).
• Introduce yourself and respond to each student’s first-level (primary) post in the M0: Introduce Yourself discussion forum during the first week of the course.
• Monitor and participate in weekly discussion boards, responding to at least 3-5 primary posts and adding rejoinder posts as needed.
• Offer virtual office hours (drop-in or by appointment) totaling at least one hour per week for individual or group consultation and communicate this information through announcements and the course calendar.
• Monitor student progress and notify the Faculty Lead and Student Success Coordinator(s) when a student is unresponsive or at risk of failing.
• Contact the Faculty Lead with Honor Code policy questions, concerns, and/or suspected violations.
• Meet weekly with the Faculty Lead during regularly scheduled calls throughout the course.
• Submit final grades to the Faculty Lead according to William & Mary and Mason School grading policies and the Online Programs calendar.
• Submit Section Lead end-of-semester feedback and reflection form.
• Section Leads typically spend 15 to 20 hours per week on the duties listed above.

Required Qualifications

Please make sure your cover letter and CV clearly indicate how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Master’s degree in marketing or a closely related field, or an MBA with a concentration in marketing.
• Significant expertise and relevant professional and/or instructional experience in marketing.
• Experience providing instruction to adult learners in an academic or corporate setting.
• Demonstrated excellence communicating and collaborating in digital environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for a diverse student population.
• Demonstrated commitment to upholding William & Mary’s historic reputation for academic excellence and innovation.

Preferred Qualifications

Please make sure your cover letter and CV clearly indicate whether you meet any of the preferred qualifications:

• Doctoral degree directly related to the discipline.
• Demonstrated excellence teaching adult learners in a professional degree program.
• Experience providing online instruction.
• Enthusiasm for delivering education in an online mode.
• Proficiency using video conferencing technologies and web-based collaboration platforms.
• Experience using Canvas or a similar learning management system.

Conditions of Employment

Position is restricted to the term in which it is assigned and hired.

Department

3LZ300 OLP - Master of Marketing

Location

William & Mary

Job Open Date

08/05/2024

Job Close Date

06/30/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Employment Category

Adjunct

Special Application Instructions

For full consideration a Resume, Cover Letter, Teaching Statement, and Unofficial Transcripts reflecting a degree associated with the subject area being taught are required.

EEO Statement

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.