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Personal Finance for the Performing Artist Faculty

Company:
AMDA
Job Location:
New York, New York
Category:
Finance
Type:
Adjunct/Part-Time

AMDA College of the Performing Arts, with campuses in New York City and Hollywood, is one of the foremost post-secondary performing arts
colleges in the country. AMDA offers various pathways for students to receive unparalleled performing arts education taught by world-class
industry professionals, including Professional Conservatory Certificates as well as undergraduate and graduate degrees (Bachelor of Fine
Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Associate of Occupational Studies, Master of Fine Arts and Master of Arts).

AMDA is seeking passionate,
student-centered, and highly qualified part-time adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate Personal Finance for the Performing Artist
course. This course is delivered In Person on the NY campus using a combined with the utilization of Canvas. Faculty members at AMDA are
responsible for providing highly effective instruction through well-prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair and holistic assessment of
learning, clear documentation of student progress, and support of academic success for all students. Courses will be delivered in person and
typically meet two days per week for 2-hour sessions.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Providing instruction in
    accordance with established curricula, course outlines, and class schedules
  • Creating and maintaining an environment which
    emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking
  • Providing a learning vehicle for diversity and
    inclusion content
  • Evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and assessing student work
  • Maintaining
    appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics
  • Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas
  • Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time adjunct faculty member
  • Maintaining accurate academic records
  • Performing other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required Educational
Credentials:

Terminal degree in finance, business, accounting, economics, or a related field.

Preferred

  • MBA, Ph.D. in Finance, Business or a related field.
  • Certified Financial Planner certifications such as
    Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
  • Understand the unique financial challenges faced by
    Performing Artists.
  • Experience in financial planning, investment management, or accounting, preferably with a focus on
    individuals with irregular income streams, freelancers, or entrepreneurs. Performing Artist
  • Demonstrated success teaching at the
    college level.
  • Recent teaching experience in higher education.
  • Candidates with teaching experience and expertise in the
    Performing Arts Industry is an additional area highly desired.
  • Knowledge and experience in using instructional technology,
    Blackboard Ultra Learning Management System.

Required Professional Expertise:

  • A minimum of
    two-three years of teaching in the related field Finance, in a post-secondary setting
  • Experience in financial planning,
    investment management, or accounting, preferably with a focus on Performing Artists with irregular income streams, freelancers, or
    entrepreneurs.
  • Experience with innovative teaching methodologies that focus on creating an engaging, student-centered
    learning environment Currency and depth of knowledge in the applicable field
  • Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies
    and practices that enhance student success at higher education institutions, including effective use of technology
  • Excellent
    oral/written communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a
    dynamic climate for life-long learning
  • Successful candidates will be able to apply their discipline expertise in a
    manner/context that is relevant to emerging performing artists, in an synchronous online environment and through the LMS.
  • Active
    scholarship in related field

Position Information:

  • The pay range for this position is $45-$60,
    Auxiliary rate is $35
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