GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by Ivy Tech Community College. The adjunct faculty member supports the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform all instructional duties to facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provide syllabus to students; follow syllabus content and requirements. Maintain student attendance and grading records. Submit requested information within established timelines. Deal with student concerns; consult with program chair to resolve issues. Meet all scheduled classes of the contracted course. Use classroom technology as appropriate. Notify program chair in event of any emergency. Conduct all work activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of population, views and learning styles. The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Department/Program Chair or Dean
SUPERVISION GIVEN:
None
Compensation: $47.35/hr
EDUCATION:
The required level of education depends on the extent of entrepreneurial or intrapreneurial experience. A minimum of an associate degree is required, along with at least seven years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
College level teaching experience.
Other requirements should always be:
Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.
Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the College students and employees.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
A qualified faculty member in the Entrepreneurship Program meets the program standard with documented entrepreneurial experience (refers to the knowledge, skills, and insights gained by involvement in starting, managing, and growing a business or entrepreneurial venture), intrapreneurial experience (refers to the knowledge and skills gained from working within an established organization to develop and implement new products, services, or processes, finding ways to improve efficiency, or exploring innovative approaches to solve challenges), completion of the initial training, and meets one of the following:
Possesses an earned master’s degree or higher in any field from a regionally accredited institution with documentation in one of the following:
o At least 3 years of documented entrepreneurial experience (Documentation can include Articles of Incorporation, Schedule C, or other legal documentation of business ownership.), or
o A combination of 3 years of documented entrepreneurial experience and intrapreneurial experience. (Documentation of entrepreneurial experience can include Articles of Incorporation, Schedule C, or other legal documentation of business ownership and documentation of intrapreneurial experience can include projects on the resume or a personal statement exhibiting the development and implementation of new products, services, or processes, finding ways to improve efficiency, or exploring innovative approaches to solve challenges.)
Industry-recognized certifications or badges can supplement intrapreneurial experience. (Documentation can include evidence of certifications and badges in business, manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, entrepreneurship, or a related field.)
Possesses an earned bachelor’s degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution with documentation in one of the following:
o At least 5 years of documented entrepreneurial experience (Documentation can include Articles of Incorporation, Schedule C, or other legal documentation of business ownership.), or
o A combination of 5 years of documented entrepreneurial experience and intrapreneurial experience (Documentation of entrepreneurial experience can include Articles of Incorporation, Schedule C, or other legal documentation of business ownership and documentation of intrapreneurial experience can include projects on the resume or a personal statement exhibiting the development and implementation of new products, services, or processes, finding ways to improve efficiency, or exploring innovative approaches to solve challenges.
Industry-recognized certifications or badges can supplement intrapreneurial experience. (Documentation can include evidence of certifications and badges in business, manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, entrepreneurship, or a related field.)
ENTR 2XX Course Standard
A qualified faculty member teaching ENTR 2XX courses meets the course standard one of the two ways:
Meets the Entrepreneurship Program Standard, or
Has documented entrepreneurial experience (refers to the knowledge, skills, and insights gained by involvement in starting, managing, and growing a business or entrepreneurial venture), intrapreneurial experience (refers to the knowledge and skills gained from working within an established organization to develop and implement new products, services, or processes, finding ways to improve efficiency, or exploring innovative approaches to solve challenges), completion of the initial training, and meets the following:
Possesses an earned associate degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution with documentation in one of the following:
At least 7 years of documented entrepreneurial experience (Documentation can include Articles of Incorporation, Schedule C, or other legal documentation of business ownership.), or
A combination of 7 years of documented entrepreneurial experience and intrapreneurial experience (Documentation of entrepreneurial experience can include Articles of Incorporation, Schedule C, or other legal documentation of business ownership and documentation of intrapreneurial experience can include projects on the resume or a personal statement exhibiting the development and implementation of new products, services, or processes, finding ways to improve efficiency, or exploring innovative approaches to solve challenges.)
Industry-recognized certifications or badges can supplement intrapreneurial experience. (Documentation can include evidence of certifications and badges in business, manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, entrepreneurship, or a related field.)
ENTR 215 - New Venture Development
PREREQUISITES:
ENTR 200 - Entrepreneurial Enterprise
PROGRAM: Entrepreneurship CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3 LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
This course offers a comprehensive understanding of business ownership and management. Students will learn about legal concepts, government regulations, and business structures. They’ll explore buy/lease negotiations, insurance, logistics, and technology use. Additionally, the course covers areas like exit planning, tax compliance, risk management, and funding options. By the end, students will be well-prepared to tackle the challenges of small business management and entrepreneurship.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
1. Assess legal concepts for business ownership, including fundamentals of contract law, legal challenges, and when to seek legal counsel.
2. Determine the form of business structure needed, including partnerships, limited liability corporations, family-owned, and succession planning.
3. Manage government laws and regulations as they relate to small businesses.
4. Learn different types of leases and ways to purchase or lease property.
5. Discuss variables for buy/lease negotiations, layout, and location.
6. Compare insurance needs and options.
7. Apply the need for controls as they relate to the logistics of purchasing, inventory, and loss control.
8. Determine the use of technology in students’ small businesses, such as point of sales (POS) systems, phone systems, accounting systems, and computer systems.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
SWOT analysis
Identify business growth opportunities
Funding options (bootstrapping, VC, angel, bank loans, etc.)
Sales and use tax
Logistics, supply chain, and distribution
Shipping cost and pricing
Real estate, including leasing, property taxes, and zoning laws
Risk management and insurance needs
Exit planning and succession planning
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
