Adjunct Instructor, Business Law

Wake Tech; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Wake Tech invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor, Business Law to teach assigned business law courses and ethics on a part-time basis in Raleigh, NC. The instructor will foster student learning, deliver curriculum, assess performance, and support student success.

The position requires delivering engaging instruction, maintaining records, and collaborating with faculty to ensure program quality. Courses may be offered daytime, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid.

Qualifications

• MBA degree or J.D. licensure in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar and relevant graduate education.
• Experience or ability to teach BUS-115, BUS-116, BUS-217, and BUS-240.
• Proficiency in instructional technologies and LMS usage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective, engaging instruction using appropriate teaching methods and technologies.
• Prepare for each class session and instructional hour.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
• Grade assignments, assessments, and examinations and provide timely feedback.
• Counsel and advise students regarding course performance, progress, and academic success.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.

Skills

Teaching

Student assessment

Curriculum development

Communication

Student advising

Time management

Education

MBA degree

J.D. licensure

Tools

Blackboard Ultra

Canvas

Job description

The Adjunct Instructor, Business Law, is responsible for providing high-quality instruction in assigned business law-related courses and ethics courses on a part-time, temporary basis. The instructor facilitates student learning through effective teaching practices, curriculum delivery, assessment of student performance, and engagement in activities that support student success.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

Instruction and Student Success

• Deliver effective, engaging instruction using appropriate teaching methods and technologies.
• Prepare thoroughly for each class session and instructional hour.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
• Grade assignments, assessments, and examinations and provide timely feedback.
• Counsel and advise students regarding course performance, progress, and academic success
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.

Course Development and Assessment

• Develop and maintain instructional materials that support course outcomes and College standards.
• Design course schedules, learning activities, and assessments aligned with approved curriculum.
• Utilize assessment data and best practices to improve teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
• Ensure course content remains current, relevant, and aligned with industry trends and employer needs.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to maintain program quality and instructional consistency.

Professional Responsibilities

• Remain current in business practices, instructional technologies, online teaching methodologies, and emerging trends in higher education.
• Utilize instructional technology and learning management systems to support student learning.
• Participate in professional development activities and training opportunities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of departmental and College goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of foundational and contemporary business concepts and practices.

Ability to effectively teach and engage students using a variety of instructional methods.

Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Ability to accurately maintain records and consistently meet deadlines.

Proficiency in educational technologies and learning management systems.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Commitment to student success, equity, and academic excellence.

Initiative, enthusiasm, adaptability, and a genuine desire to help students achieve their educational and career goals.

Ability to work a flexible schedule - Adjunct faculty are assigned courses based on departmental needs, qualifications, enrollment, and scheduling requirements. Courses may be offered during daytime, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid formats.

Minimum Requirements:

Master of Business Administration (MBA) degreeOR

1. J.D. licensure in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar possessing the appropriate graduate education, professional credentials, and competencies to teach BUS-115, BUS-116, BUS-217, and BUS-240.

Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission. If your application, resume or unofficial transcripts are not submitted, your application may not receive full consideration.

Preferred Qualifications:

One (1) year or more of teaching experience in the area of business law at the college, university, or workforce-training level.

Experience teaching in online, hybrid, and/or face-to-face learning environments.

Experience in using Learning Management Systems (LMS), preferably Blackboard Ultra and/orCanvas.

Experience integrating instructional technology and business software applications into teaching.

Experience practicing business law