Details
Posted: 28-Apr-22
Location: Bridgewater, Massachusetts
Salary: Open
Department Summary:
From Bridgewater State University's inception in 1840 by Horace Mann as one of the first normal schools in America to the current day, BSU has worked to ensure that our students receive an accessible, affordable, and exceptional education. BSU aspires to be the leader in our mission class for closing equity gaps for Black/Cape Verdean, Latinx, Native American, Asian, and other students of color. BSU's institutional values, the work of the President's Special Task Force on Racial Justice, and leadership of the Leading for Change Higher Education Diversity Consortium underscore the campus' commitment to racial equity and other forms of social justice.
The Department of Management's mission is to educate students for successful careers in business and management through high-quality education. Successful candidates will be staff members who can work with their colleagues to help meet the department's mission in serving and supporting our racially and ethnically diverse campus community.
The department offers undergraduate students a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Management with concentrations in:
General Management
Global Management
Information Systems Management
*Human Resources Management
Operations Management
COVID-19 Vaccination RequirementThis position must comply with the University Covid-19 Attestation requirement. All employees – faculty, professional, classified, temporary hourly staff – must be fully vaccinated and complete the Covid-19 Attestation upon hire.
Medical or Religious Exemptions
An employee may request an exemption to the vaccination requirement based on the existence of medical contraindication to vaccination. In addition, an employee may request an exemption to the vaccination requirement based on a sincere religious belief. In both cases, an employee will be required to submit documentation to support the request for an exemption. Employees who secure an exemption may be required to take additional precautions in the workplace and will be required to participate in weekly COVID-19 testing through the university's Wellness Center.
Essential Duties:
The Department of Management invites applications for a full time, temporary 1 year Instructor position. The successful candidate will teach an array of business courses which may include the areas of Management and Marketing and Human Resources. Responsibilities of the position include:
Teach upper level & lower level courses including graduate courses (both online and traditional face to face) for our University's diverse student population using a variety of appropriate teaching methods; meets all scheduled classes prepared to instruct; prepares teaching syllabi for courses of study; prepares materials to adequately evaluate student progress; reports midterm and final grades when appropriate; maintains accurate and adequate records; establishes regular office hours for student consultation.
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of students from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of abilities.
Utilize an equity- minded framework to prepare lesson plans which incorporate varied instructional techniques, multi-media, integration strategies designed to meet the educational, culturally relevant, and emotional needs of our students.
Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning, encouraging student success to all students regardless of race.
Participate and provide opportunities for all students in community service initiatives or projects that support a diverse and inclusive pedagogy.
Collaborate with all colleagues to ensure proper alignment of related courses.
Participate in advising students on academic curricula; serving on faculty committees; participating in faculty meetings; participating in the development of departmental curricula; and adhering to all institutional policies.
The candidate may also perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.Required Qualifications:
Experience working with diverse student populations from a wide range of age, ethnicity, national origin, and ability; engage in and develop innovative teaching strategies; effectively assess student learning outcomes.
Master's Degree in a related field.
College-level teaching experience.
Related professional work experience.
Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development; and provide service to our students, the college, and our community.
Commitment to excellence in teaching and advising enhances an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to use technology effectively in teaching and learning designed to meet our students' educational, culturally relevant, and emotional needs.Preferred Qualifications:
A doctoral degree, or one near completion, from a regionally accredited doctoral program in a related field is preferred.Special Conditions:
Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
This position must comply with the University Covid-19 Attestation requirement. All employees – faculty, professional, classified, temporary hourly staff – must be fully vaccinated and complete the Covid-19 Attestation upon hire.
Medical or Religious Exemptions
An employee may request an exemption to the vaccination requirement based on the existence of medical contraindication to vaccination. In addition, an employee may request an exemption to the vaccination requirement based on a sincere religious belief. In both cases, an employee will be required to submit documentation to support the request for an exemption. Employees who secure an exemption may be required to take additional precautions in the workplace and will be required to participate in weekly COVID-19 testing through the university's Wellness Center.
EEO Statement:
Bridgewater State University (BSU) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.
Special Instructions:
Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position: *a minimum of three (3) professional reference entries.