What are the responsibilities and job description for the VTSU Online Adjunct Instructor — BUS-3140-SO01: Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management position at VTSU?
Vermont State University Online seeks an adjunct instructor to teach a 3-credit Business course during the Fall 2025 semester between 8/25/2025-10/12/2025. The course will be taught 100% online using Canvas.
Vermont State University fosters the intellectual, creative, and personal growth of every student in a community committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide innovative professional and liberal arts educational experiences that prepare students to be critical thinkers and engaged global citizens.
POSITION: Part-time, Adjunct Instructor
RESPONSIBILITIES: VTSU Online uses Canvas and provides a generic course template for all courses. The instructor is responsible for adding outcomes, academic materials, discussion and assignment that support the course description. Additionally, VTSU Online instructors are obligated to adhere to the VTSU Online Standards that address instructor presence, student engagement, instructor expectations, and assessment of student work.
Course No & Name: BUS-3140-SO01: Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management
Credits: 3
Course description:
Students study the essentials of starting and managing a small business, including but not limited to: raising capital, location analysis, preparation of financial projections, alternate legal structures, attracting and maintaining customers and employees, and complying with laws and regulations. The course culminates with the preparation and presentation of a comprehensive business plan.
Qualifications:
For consideration, candidates must possess at least a master's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience. Experience in online teaching is essential, and familiarity with Canvas desired. Experience in teaching adult learners is required.
Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, academic transcript, and statement of commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
The University values diversity and inclusion and strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds. VTSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, ancestry, place of birth, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age or veteran status, or against a qualified individual with a disability, or any other person whose status is protected under local, state or federal laws. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Applicants needing special accommodations should contact Human Resources.
DATES: 8/25/2025-10/12/2025
