SUMMARY OF POSITION
The position will be charged with the responsibility of teaching both required and elective entrepreneurship courses in our undergraduate and graduate programs. Areas of teaching emphasis include entrepreneurship and social entrepreneurship, international development, management, marketing, microfinance, ICTs in development. Develop, market, and run targeted pro-bono and/or fee-for-service workshops for customers, micro-enterprises, and SMEs.In addition S/he must exhibit a strong commitment and a willingness to engage students within and beyond the walls of the traditional classroom in accordance with the university’s policy and procedure.
DETAILED LISTING OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach assigned courses as specified in the schedule and course contract
Evaluate and select texts and instructional materials; prepare course materials and lesson plans
Provide students an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the School, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines and evaluation criteria
Use the established learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students
Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging assignments that demonstrate the real-world applications of concepts covered
Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions or examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner on student progress
Attend classes regularly and on time (except for online pedagogy elements)
Be available for student consultation through office hours or scheduled appointments or by phone or email
Maintain records of enrolment and attendance, assessments and grades, submit class rosters and grade sheets by established deadlines
Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available and use feedback to improve course delivery
Revise and update course content as needed
Attend one or more orientation sessions to become familiar with the University’s mission and teaching philosophy, policies and procedures and the learning management system
Meet with the Dean or Program Chair as needed to discuss all aspects of the course including student progress and curriculum development (may be required to provide input into program development)
Submit an annual performance review
Requirements for the position:
PhD in Entrepreneurship or Management with strong emphasis in Entrepreneurship or related business discipline is required
Master’s Degree or MBA with a concentration in Entrepreneurship very desirable
Significant post-secondary teaching experience, promising scholarship and teaching entrepreneurship courses is desirable
Significant (5 years desired) documented entrepreneurial experience in business a huge plus
Prior teaching experience in a graduate or undergraduate program or corporate training
Ability and experience teaching across disciplines (e.g. marketing, sales management, international development, social and women empowerment, microfinance, etc.) is a plus
Experience teaching classes via distance learning a big plus
Other requirements, abilities for the position:
Current knowledge of the relevant discipline
Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching adult learners
Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students
Ability to respond to the needs of learners from a variety of educational backgrounds in a multicultural environment
Ability to deliver course outcomes and content through a variety of teaching/learning styles
Ability to use technology effectively in teaching
Respect for students and a genuine interest in their learning
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Good organizational skills and timeliness in responding to student inquiries
Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with students and colleagues
Proven experience and success in teaching in a variety of delivery formats, including face-to-face, online, and blended technologies is preferred.
Ability to use variety of tools and technologies in the classroom.
Communicate orally and in writing to exchange information
Operate computers and other office equipment and technology
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Suitably qualified candidates should submit their resumes, cover letters and references to recruitment@aun.edu.ng before the closing date of this publication. The position being applied for should be the subject of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.AUN is an equal-opportunity and non-discriminatory employer. For more information on AUN, please visit www.aun.edu.ng
Apply via :
recruitment@aun.edu.ng
