Business Administration Instructor

Ivy Tech

Business Administration Instructor at Ivy Tech providing engaging instruction and supporting student success initiatives. Develops curriculum and maintains student records, while conforming to academic policies.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeLogansport • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $49,000 - $51,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Business Administration Instructor will provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs
Provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes
Engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum
Provide institutional support and community service
Participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives
Support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives
Conform to regional expectations of faculty performance and engagement
Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes
Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes
Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required
Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices
Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes
Use Learning Management System (e.g., IvyLearn) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication
Ensure knowledge of and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments
Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff
Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources
Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with regional expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 07.02.00)
Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means
Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study
Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure
Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning
Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college
Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division
Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects
Support and engage with Corporate College and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations)
Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration
Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings
Participate in career service and alumni activities
Support program/department chair in program management activities
Adhere to college and regional academic policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction
Faculty credentials per ASOM 07.01.00 for Business Administration and/or Accounting
Academic leadership and management skills
A qualified faculty member in Business Administration meets the program standard through one of four routes:
1. Possesses an earned master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in business administration, public administration, management, marketing, or a business administration-related field as appropriate to the program; or
2. Possesses an earned related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documented 18 post-secondary semester hours or equivalent of courses beyond the introductory principal(s)(s) level in business administration, public administration, management, marketing, or a business-administration-related field as appropriate to the program; or
3. Possesses an earned related or out-of-field master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, with documentation in two or more of the following:
Professional certification (national, regional or state)
Two years of in-field professional employment
Documented evidence of teaching excellence, including date of award
Documentation of research and publication in the field
Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military.
4. Possesses an earned bachelor’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in business administration, public administration, management, marketing, or a business- administration-related field as appropriate to the program, with documentation in two or more of the following:
Professional certification (national, regional, or state) in a business-related field (does not to include a teaching license or certificate)
Three years of in-field professional employment in a business-related field (teaching in the area is not considered in-field professional employment)
Documented evidence of teaching excellence, including date of award
Documentation of research and publication in the field
Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor’s degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU’s, vendor, or military training.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

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Hard Skills & Tools

curriculum developmentstudent assessmentacademic advisingpedagogydigital technologyteaching excellenceresearch and publicationclassroom managementstudent retention strategiescommunity engagement

Soft Skills

academic leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillsinterpersonal skillscoachingmentoringcollaborationproblem-solvingtime managementcommunity service

Certifications

master's degree in business administrationmaster's degree in public administrationmaster's degree in managementmaster's degree in marketingprofessional certification in business-related fieldteaching excellence awardresearch publication documentationadditional coursework documentationbachelor's degree in business administrationbachelor's degree in public administration