FT Business Administration Instructor

Cerritos College; Norwalk (CA); On-site; USD 87,785 - 134,792; Full time

Job summary

Cerritos College in Norwalk, CA, invites applications for a full-time Business Administration Instructor. The salary ranges from $87,785 to $134,792 annually. The role includes teaching responsibilities, maintaining office hours, and contributing to department planning and governance.

This 10- to 12-month contract position emphasizes equity, diversity, and student success. Minimum qualifications require a Master’s in business or related field (or equivalent with a Bachelor’s plus Master’s in

Qualifications

• Master’s in business, business administration, accounting, finance, marketing or business education OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in economics or related fields.
• Understanding of and sensitivity to meeting diverse student needs across a varied population.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and maintain required office hours weekly.
• Participate in department, division, and governance activities.
• Prepare syllabi and manage student records and assessments.
• Support program planning, budgeting, and inventory alongside leadership.

Skills

Curriculum development

Student advising

Diversity and inclusion

Online teaching

Education

Master’s in business or related

Bachelor’s in business/economics

J.D. or LL.B.

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

FT Business Administration Instructor. Salary: $87,785.00 - $134,792.00 Annually. Job Type: Full Time. Job Number: FT BAdmin-2026. Closing: August 26, 2026, 11:59 PM Pacific. Location: 11110 Alondra Blvd., Norwalk, CA. Department: FT BAdmin-2026. Division: Business Education.

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Responsibilities

• All faculty shall: maintain currency with current information, concepts, laws and ideas in their disciplines and best practices in teaching and learning; check mailbox, voicemail, and e-mail regularly; complete the checkout form before leaving campus at the end of the academic term; maintain student confidentiality as required by regulation and Board Policy 5040.
• All full-time faculty shall: participate in committee work, student activities, and shared governance; attend first-year and second-year staff development workshops; attend department and division meetings; attend commencement ceremonies; assist the Department Chairperson and Instructional Dean in unit planning, budget preparation, and inventory; develop and implement a Flex Plan as required by state regulations.
• All full-time faculty assigned classes shall post and maintain at least three scheduled office hours per week on at least three different days, including the final examination period, with certain scheduling restrictions.
• Teach all assigned classes, notify the appropriate dean in advance of absences, teach according to the course outlines of record, and provide opportunities for students to be aware of their progress.
• Submit the syllabus for each class to the Division Office; keep accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and progress; submit end-of-session grades and attendance reports by published deadlines; provide information about first-day no-show students; submit textbook order information and ensure accessibility requirements for electronic materials; meet all classes during the final examination period and administer final examinations at the scheduled time or with approved modification.
• Maintain a safe learning environment and allow review of assignments upon request by the instructional manager or Instructional Dean.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s in business, business management, business administration, accountancy, finance, marketing or business education OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in economics, personnel management, public administration, or Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) or Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.) OR Bachelor’s in economics with a business emphasis AND Master’s in personnel management, public administration, or Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) or Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.) OR the equivalent.

Understanding of and sensitivity to meeting the needs of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic background of the student, community, and employee population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent business administration teaching experience at the college level in the last three years, or three years of current employment in business (business administration, management, entrepreneurship, marketing, sales, retail management, human resource management, or international business).
• Experience teaching on-campus and online, and certification to teach online.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands: physical requirements may be met with or without reasonable accommodations. Includes Ambulatory ability to move to various locations, operate classroom equipment, and communicate effectively. Occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects under 30 lbs.

Salary/Fringe Benefits: salary commensurate with education and experience. Health and welfare benefits include district contributions for medical/dental/vision and life insurance ($50,000). Cash-in-lieu option available on medical insurance. Participation in the State Teachers’ Retirement System.

Conditions of Employment: tenure-track contract position for 10 school months for the 2026-2027 academic year. Pre-service orientation and/or probationary training required. Fingerprints, social security documentation, and TB testing may be required. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States and signing of a loyalty oath are required. District does not sponsor immigration visas. Candidates must provide proof of California residency prior to employment.

Application Procedure

Application materials must be submitted by the closing date. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview due to a disability, please contact Human Resources. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide copies of all transcripts verifying degrees and coursework. Transcripts must be from regionally accredited institutions. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES-certified agency.

Selection Procedure

Applications are evaluated by a selection committee. Interviews and potential practical exercises may be included. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. For questions, contact Human Resources.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Copy of unofficial transcripts (showing all coursework and conferral date)

To apply, visit the provided job link. The district is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in any program or activity.