A Business Professor teaches foundational business ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the business curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
Part-time, 3 days per week, 2:45 PM-4:00 PM One day per week at each campus Position Summary Highland Prep Academies is seeking a knowledgeable, engaging, and student-centered Part-Time AP Business with Personal Finance Instructor to support students across its three campuses. Highland Prep Academies is a STEM-focused, college preparatory institution dedicated to preparing students for success in an innovation-driven society. This position will provide instruction in Advanced Placement business-related content and personal finance topics, helping students develop practical financial literacy, analytical thinking, and college-ready academic skills. The instructor will travel between campuses, teaching one day per week at each of the following locations: Madison Highland Prep in Phoenix, Highland Prep in Surprise, and Highland Prep West in Avondale. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality instruction in AP business-related coursework and personal finance content Create engaging lessons aligned to course objectives and student learning outcomes Teach students foundational and advanced concepts such as budgeting, saving, investing, credit, debt management, banking, entrepreneurship, and business principles Prepare students for AP-level expectations, including critical thinking, analysis, and application of business concepts Adapt instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners across multiple campuses Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback on assignments and performance Collaborate with campus leadership and staff to ensure instructional consistency and student success Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and clear communication with students, families, and administrators Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Education, or related field preferred Experience teaching AP coursework, business, economics, or personal finance strongly preferred Strong knowledge of financial literacy, business concepts, and college preparatory instruction Ability to engage and motivate high school students in a rigorous academic environment Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management skills Ability to travel between the three Highland Prep campuses
