Vocational Skills Lecturer - Business and Entrepreneurship

ABOUT US
We are Harper College…the college in your community.

The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.

Harper College is now one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. The College’s academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices.We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational requirements : A bachelor's degree in business, finance, marketing, product development, or related field or equivalent experience is required; an MBA is preferred

Experience Requirements: A minimum of three years working in business-related field; one-year of experience teaching adults

JOB DESCRIPTION

Part-time teaching positions are based on enrollment. Classes may be scheduled for daytimes, evenings, or weekends.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Career and Technical Programs provide programs of study that involve a multiyear sequence of courses that integrate core academic knowledge with technical and occupational knowledge to provide students with a pathway to postsecondary education and careers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Continuing Professional Education at Harper College is seeking a Business and Entrepreneurship Instructor with expertise in one or more of the following areas: entrepreneurial mindset, ideation and prototyping, market research, customer validation, business models, finance, and budgeting. Additional topics include conducting new product pitches, marketing and sales, product development, leadership, operations management, scaling a business, and risk management. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging, hands-on instruction that helps students build practical skills essential for launching and growing successful businesses. We are looking for instructors who have a passion for fostering an entrepreneurial spirit and cultivating a collaborative learning environment.

Courses may be offered online, in person, or in a blended format. Instructional training includes following a course syllabus, meeting course objectives, lecture, and lab instruction, using Blackboard, assessments, and PowerPoint presentations as appropriate. The instructor will maintain and update the course curriculum as needed i.e., syllabus, textbooks, PowerPoint presentations, quizzes, etc. Must record student attendance, submit midterm and final grades as required per semester, and complete mandated training. As part of the Career and Technical Programs Division, Continuing Professional Education (CPE) offers short-term professional training leading to certification, digital badges, and industry-specific knowledge and skills. Learn more at harpercollege.edu/pro.