Part Time Faculty - The Trinity Accelerator - Center of Entrepreneurship

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Typical responsibilities of Part-Time Faculty members include but not limited to:

• Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards

• Timely and accurately update the course syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets departmental and university standards. Adhere to the approved/final syllabus for the entirety of the semester.

• Instruct the class, utilizing activities to support various modes of learning.

• Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments using the Transparency in Learning and Teaching (TILT) framework

• Utilize Trinity's Canvas platform for assignment turn-in, student communications outside of class, and grading.

• Grading assigned papers, quizzes, presentations, and exams

• Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines

• Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director

• Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services

• Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin

• Utilize the speaker spreadsheet to share planned guest speakers to the Center Director, discussing objectives and goals for various guests. Utilize the reflection document.

• Meet with the Center Director weekly. Attend department meetings throughout the year, work toward goals set by the Center, and supply requested course materials.

• Demonstrate collegiality and respect for Center stakeholders.

APPOINTMENT DETAILS

• Teaching at Trinity is an in-person position. The expected time commitment is 20 hours a week for roughly six of the ten-week term as this is a co-teaching role. The position may be renewed pending the ability to fulfill responsibilities, follow university policy, attend required meetings, and pending student feedback, as well as department needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Required: Master's degree

Experience Required: Experience founding a venture - regardless of a current endeavor or a past endeavor with an exit.

Experience Preferred:

• Five or more years of leadership experience in a small or medium-sized business environment

• Experience mentoring/coaching entrepreneurs

• Experience teaching in a liberal arts institution

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Mastery of the relevant subject matter

• Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments

• Commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University

• Ability to deliver engaging lectures, discussions, or in-class activities

• Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments

• Ability to respond well to feedback

• Ability to inspire and guide undergraduate students with interests in a wide range of industries

• Ability to work with computer and software programs - Google Suite, email, calendar, etc.

• Ability to learn new software programs required for working in higher ed. ie. learning management platforms and grading tools. Trinity utilizes Canvas.

• Strong communication skills

• Intellectual curiosity

ATTENDANCE

• There is an expectation that faculty will attend all scheduled course periods, including the final exam period, for the term that is being taught. Expected to meet with the Center Director regularly. If renewed for teaching during the semester, will be expected to attend five faculty workshops a year.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit the following materials:

• Cover letter-- Note: the cover letter should address why you want to teach undergraduates at Trinity University in an Accelerator environment, your willingness to co-teach with another instructor, your commitment to equity and inclusion in a professional environment, and why you feel like the best candidate for teaching the Accelerator.

• Curriculum vitae or resume-- Note: while both curriculum vitae or resume are acceptable, a current and thorough resume is strongly preferred for the purpose of the search. A CV will be required for the appointment.

• Names and contact information for three professional references

Professional references and college transcripts will be requested of advancing candidates.Applicants interested in teaching the Trinity Accelerator this summer should apply by April 7, 2025.

CONTACT INFORMATION

entrepreneurship@trinity.edu

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting an application. If you have revisions needed to an application already submitted or need help submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 210-999-7507 or email humanresources@trinity.edu.