Jennifer L. DeRosa
Orchard Park
Summary
Accomplished business educator with over 13 years of experience in higher education. Expertise in curriculum development and course design, creating engaging materials for diverse learners. Developed comprehensive undergraduate business courses and instructional resources that enhance student success. Committed to expanding educational access and fostering personal and professional growth through structured feedback and clear communication.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Professor of Business
Bryant & Stratton College Online
04.2014 - Current
- Teach undergraduate business courses in an online asynchronous environment while supporting adult learners through engaging instruction, curriculum development, and individualized academic guidance.
- Teach undergraduate business courses to diverse adult and nontraditional student populations.
- Designed engaging learning experiences that fostered critical thinking and practical application of business concepts.
- Develop lectures, assignments, assessments, quizzes, grading rubrics, and supplemental instructional materials.
- Provide timely, individualized written feedback to support student learning and continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with academic advisors and student support staff to enhance student retention and success rates.
- Mentored and trained newly hired adjunct faculty to ensure consistent instructional quality.
- Participate in curriculum improvement initiatives, faculty development, and institutional committees.
- Delivered engaging instruction in Business Principles (BUSS100) to enhance student understanding.
- Facilitated Marketing Principles course (BUSS100) for undergraduate students.
- Facilitated Sales and Marketing Principles course (BUSS125) for undergraduate students.
- Facilitated Business Law and Ethics course (BUSS213) for undergraduate students.
- Facilitated Management Principles course (BUSS215) for undergraduate students.
- Facilitated Performance Management course (BUSS410) for undergraduate students.
- Facilitated Strategic Management course (BUSS450) for undergraduate students.
Adjunct Online Business Instructor
Bryant & Stratton College Online
09.2012 - 04.2014
- Delivered undergraduate business and office technology courses in an online format, fostering an engaging learning environment.
- Facilitated regular communication with students, offering tailored instruction and constructive feedback to enhance understanding.
- Evaluated assignments and assessments while maintaining accurate grading records.
- Promoted student success through ongoing academic guidance and proactive communication, addressing individual needs.
Business Consultant
FTD, Inc.
04.2001 - 08.2004
- Increased market share by more than 11% through strategic business consulting and marketing initiatives.
- Guided small business owners to boost profitability with tailored marketing strategies and operational improvements.
- Managed territory of 350+ florist clients to enhance client relationships and drive sales growth.
Account Executive
Paychex, Inc.
08.1999 - 02.2001
- Achieved and exceeded sales performance expectations, contributing to overall team success.
- Sold payroll and human resource solutions, enhancing operational efficiency for small business owners.
- Developed referral partnerships with CPAs, financial institutions, and other professionals to expand client base.
Account Executive / Placement Coordinator
Dunhill Staffing Systems
09.1995 - 08.1999
- Recruited and placed candidates, fostering strong relationships with client organizations to meet their specific staffing needs.
- Managed client relationships and ensured satisfaction with services provided.
- Assisted employers in implementing tailored staffing solutions and strategic workforce planning initiatives.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and trends.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective marketing strategies.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ04-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05-1995
Skills
- Curriculum and course design
- Instructional and assessment development
- Online and asynchronous teaching
- Student engagement and retention
- Adult education methodologies
- Faculty mentoring and advising
- Management and performance techniques
- Business principles and law
- Marketing and sales strategies
- Strategic consulting
- Blackboard learning management system
- Microsoft Office suite proficiency
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Designed and authored two complete undergraduate business courses: BUSS100: Business Principles and BUSS120, including course structure, learning outcomes, instructional content, assignments, assessments, quizzes, grading rubrics, and faculty resources.
- Developed lectures, study guides, assignments, quizzes, examinations, discussion activities, and supplemental instructional materials for numerous undergraduate business courses.
- Collaborated with academic leadership to revise and improve curriculum while maintaining alignment with institutional learning outcomes and quality standards.
- Created instructional materials that encourage critical thinking, practical application, and independent learning.
- Extensive experience providing detailed written feedback and supporting self-directed learners in asynchronous learning environments.
Timeline
Associate Professor of Business
Bryant & Stratton College Online
04.2014 - Current
Adjunct Online Business Instructor
Bryant & Stratton College Online
09.2012 - 04.2014
Business Consultant
FTD, Inc.
04.2001 - 08.2004
Account Executive
Paychex, Inc.
08.1999 - 02.2001
Account Executive / Placement Coordinator
Dunhill Staffing Systems
09.1995 - 08.1999
Master of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Bowling Green State University