Adjunct Instructors - Business and Economics

Hood; Frederick (MD); Vor Ort; USD 1.100 - 1.200; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hood College seeks qualified Adjunct Instructors to teach undergraduate and MBA courses in the Department of Economics and Business Administration. We invite experts in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management, HR, International Business, Marketing, and Sports Management to join a pool for immediate teaching needs and future opportunities.

Adjunct faculty typically teach one or two courses per semester, with priority areas including Finance and Investments, Investment Analysis, and Sales and

Qualifikationen

• Teaching at college level or higher preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems.

Aufgaben

• Teach undergraduate and/or MBA courses in the Department of Economics and Business Administration.
• Prepare course syllabi, instructional materials, assignments and assessments.
• Provide high-quality instruction integrating academic concepts with professional practices.
• Foster an engaging, inclusive, student-centered learning environment.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain communication with students and department.
• Comply with college and department policies.
• Perform other instructional responsibilities related to assigned courses.

Kenntnisse

Teaching

MS Office

Communication

Learning agility

Ausbildung

Doctoral degree in business/economics or related field

Master's degree or MBA with substantial experience

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Adjunct Instructors - Business and Economics

Job Category : Faculty

Requisition Number : ADJUN002231

• Posted : October 15, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD 21701, USA

Description

Under the general direction of the Dean and the Chair of the Department of Economics and Business Administration (EBA) in the Delaplaine School of Business and Communication (DSBC) at Hood College, we invite applications from qualified candidates interested in serving as Adjunct Faculty in one or more of the following disciplines:

• Accounting, Economics
• Finance
• General Management
• Human Resource Management
• International Business
• Marketing & Selling
• Sports Management.

This advertisement is intended both to address immediate instructional needs and to develop a pool of qualified adjunct faculty for future teaching opportunities. Adjunct faculty members typically teach one or two courses per semester, depending on departmental needs and instructor availability.

Under the general direction of the Dean of the Delaplaine School of Business and Communication and the Chair of the Department of Economics and Business Administration, adjunct faculty will teach undergraduate and/or MBA courses consistent with their academic qualifications, professional expertise, and the instructional needs of the department.

Current priority areas include Finance and Investments, Investment Analysis, and Sales and Marketing.

The department particularly welcomes applications from accomplished professionals who are interested in bringing their industry experience into the classroom, as well as advanced doctoral candidates seeking to broaden their college-level teaching experience.

Essential duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Primary responsibilities include:

• Teaching assigned undergraduate and/or MBA courses in the Department of Economics and Business Administration.
• Preparing course syllabi, instructional materials, assignments, assessments, and other course-related materials consistent with departmental and College expectations.
• Providing high-quality instruction that integrates relevant academic concepts with contemporary professional practices.
• Facilitating an engaging, inclusive, and student-centered learning
• Evaluating and assessing student performance and providing timely and constructive
• Maintaining appropriate communication with students and departmental
• Complying with College and departmental academic policies and
• Performing other instructional responsibilities related to assigned courses as

Qualifications

We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

Candidates should possess appropriate academic and/or professional qualifications in the discipline in which they will teach.

Preferred qualifications include:

• A doctoral degree in business, economics, or an appropriate business-related discipline, such as accounting, finance, management, marketing, or human resource management; or
• A master's degree or MBA in an appropriate discipline combined with significant relevant professional experience.

For accounting and finance, relevant professional credentials are highly valued. These may include credentials such as: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).

All academic degrees must have been awarded by an appropriately accredited institution of higher education.

Preferred Skills and Characteristics

College- or university-level teaching experience is preferred. Prior teaching experience at Hood College is also considered an asset. The department will additionally consider applicants with substantial professional or industry expertise who demonstrate the ability to translate that experience effectively into undergraduate or graduate instruction.

Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.

Language Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from both external and internal customers both in person and by phone. Ability to author routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

Proficient with statistical and financial concepts. Must have the ability to apply those concepts to tracking, projections, goal setting, and interpreting reports. Must be able to draw conclusions from reports and make cost effective decisions regarding programs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in the theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use fingers, hands, reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is required to sit. The employee may occasionally be required to stand and lift and move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The work environment described here is representative of what an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level is usually moderate and could include interaction with other employees, students, the public, telephones, and other office equipment.

Compensation

Salary range is from $1075/credit for undergraduate courses and $1215/credit for graduate courses. These temporary positions are not benefits-eligible except for participation in Hood’s Group Supplemental Retirement Annuity (GSRA) plan and paid Maryland sick leave. Learn more about Hood College .

Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, religion, or age in recruitment, admission and access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs, services, benefits, or activities as required by applicable laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries about discrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referred to the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall, 401 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD. 21701 (AD 308), [phone]. For complete information on Hood College’s nondiscrimination policy, please visit http://www.hood.edu/non-discrimination/.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Masters or better in Business Economics or related field.

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