Faithann Y. Brown
Adjunct Instructor - Management
Student – Centered Teaching | Applied Learning | Higher Education Leadership
Faithann Y. Brown
FAITHANN Y. BROWN
Adjunct Instructor - Management
Student – Centered Teaching | Applied Learning | Higher Education Leadership
I teach undergraduate Management and First-Year Seminar courses with a focus on inclusive, applied learning. My higher-education experience spans academic advising, student success leadership, and clinical-phase operations management, supporting student achievement in and beyond the classroom.
Career Summary
Career Summary
🎯 2 semesters of undergraduate teaching (Introduction to Management; First-Year Seminar).
🎯 23 years of higher-education experience across Rutgers, Bloomfield College, Montclair State University, and Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
🎯 9+ years of supervisory leadership; currently supervise eight full-time clerkship specialists.
🎯 20+ years of project-management experience in academic operations, retention initiatives, and student-success programming.
🎯 Expertise in student-centered instruction, inclusive pedagogy, and data-informed academic support.
Teaching & Academic Experience
Teaching & Academic Experience
Adjunct Instructor – Introduction to Management (BUS 200)
Montclair State University – Bloomfield College Campus · Spring 2024
● Taught a 3-credit undergraduate management course covering organizational behavior, leadership, motivation, culture, and team dynamics.
● Designed and facilitated lessons using case studies, group projects, applied problem solving, and real-world managerial examples.
● Received strong student evaluation scores (instructor median 4.5/5; course median 4.3–4.5/5).
● Students highlighted clear structure, supportive instruction, and engaging, practical examples.
Adjunct Instructor – First-Year Seminar (FYS 100)
Bloomfield College · Fall 2022
● Taught a 4-credit seminar focused on college readiness, goal setting, study strategies, and academic success frameworks.
● Supported first-year students in navigating college expectations, building foundational skills, and establishing early academic momentum.
Teaching & Academic Experience
Teaching Philosophy
I believe effective management education should empower and engage students while allowing them to explore the real-world application of business concepts. I help students build confidence through clear structure, inclusive discussion, and opportunities to connect management theory to their personal and professional experiences.
My courses emphasize experiential learning—case analysis, group projects, and applied problem-solving—so that students can see how management concepts show up in teams, workplaces, and communities. I aim to create an environment where every student feels capable of growth and meaningful contribution.
Teaching Evaluations – BUS 200 (Spring 2024)
Overall Ratings
- Overall course rating (median): 4.2 / 5
- Course content rating (median): 4.5 / 5
- Instructor effectiveness (median): 4.5 / 5
- Challenge & Engagement Index (CEI): 5.6 / 7
Organization & Support
- Course organization: 4.5 / 5
- Clarity of responsibilities and requirements: 4.5 / 5
- Availability of extra help: 4.5 / 5
Student Comments
- “The course content was engaging and interesting, which made it easier to stay focused and motivated.”
- “Everything that was taught was very helpful and I can use it in my future jobs.”
- “The professor was very helpful and gave her time to us and I really thank her for that.”
Full numeric and open-ended evaluation results are available on request.
Professional Experience
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Management
- Rutgers Business School – Newark
Master of Science in Education
- Hunter College, CUNY
Bachelor of Arts
- Rutgers University – Douglass College
Certificate in Organizational Leadership
- Northwestern University, anticipated completion March 2026
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
Student Success Strategies
Organizational Behavior
Principles of Management
Team Dynamics & Communication
High Performance Collaboration
Decision-Making & Problem Solving
Academic Advising
DEI in Higher Education
Project Management
Online Teaching & Technical Skills
Montclair State University – Bloomfield College Campus · Spring 2024
● LMS: Canvas, Blackboard, Leo
● Virtual teaching tools: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet
● Academic systems: Starfish, Navigate
● Productivity: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
