Accounting Adjunct Instructor – Glenwood

Iowa Western Community College (IA); Glenwood (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Iowa Western Community College seeks an enthusiastic Accounting Adjunct Instructor to teach in person at the Glenwood Pathways Center. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging instruction, provide meaningful feedback, and support student success in accounting courses.

Candidates with professional accounting experience are encouraged to apply. The role requires adherence to college policies, active participation in labs, and timely reporting of student progress.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting or related field with required coursework.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or professional certification meet core qualification.
• Experience with accounting concepts and instructional delivery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and report student performance according to policies.
• Prepare and deliver engaging accounting instruction aligned with outcomes.
• Use LMS, post syllabi, record attendance, and maintain gradebooks.
• Provide timely feedback and maintain an inclusive learning environment.
• Teach labs and organize activities as assigned by the academic dean.
• Complete required reports and document student learning outcomes.
• Maintain confidentiality per FERPA and Title IX; promote academic integrity.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Professionalism

Technology proficiency

Student support

Background check

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting or related

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA/CMA/CFA or other accounting certification

6 graduate credits in Accounting

12 graduate credits in Accounting

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and student-focused Accounting Adjunct Instructor to teach in person at the Glenwood Pathways Center. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping students develop a strong foundation in accounting while making course concepts relevant and engaging. Successful instructors create supportive learning environments, provide meaningful feedback, and are committed to student success.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys teaching and mentoring students while sharing their accounting expertise. Candidates with professional experience in accounting, finance, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

This position requires in-person instruction at the Glenwood Pathways Center in Glenwood, Iowa.

• Must evaluate and report student performance and progress in courses in accordance with college and division policies and procedures.
• Must meet Minimum Faculty Standards for hire and adhere to college policies and procedures.
• The instructor will promote, develop, and deliver quality education programs with the intent to retain students to graduation.
• Prepare and deliver effective, engaging instruction that aligns with established course competencies, learning outcomes, and college standards.
• Use instructional strategies appropriate for students with varied academic backgrounds, experiences, and learning needs.
• Provide students with timely, meaningful, and constructive feedback.
• Maintain an inclusive, respectful, and supportive classroom environment.
• Demonstrate IWCC’s core mission, vision, and values.
• Meet minimum expectations for use of the college Learning Management System, including posting the syllabus to the course page by college deadlines, recording student attendance, and maintaining an accurate and current gradebook for all graded course activities.
• Complete required reports, including roster verification, 5th-week and 10th-week progress reports, final grades, and course assessments.
• Assess and document student learning outcomes in courses each term in accordance with college policies and procedures.
• Organize and teach labs as assigned by the academic dean.
• Complete required professional development and trainings.
• Exhibit a positive and professional demeanor with all members of the college and community, contributing to a productive and growth-oriented work environment.
• Promote, model, and enforce academic integrity.
• Be available to answer student questions outside of class time. Student conferences may be held in a designated student conferencing space or via phone, web conferencing, or email.
• Help students achieve their educational and career goals.
• Refer students to college resources.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and Title IX regulations.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

To teach accounting courses, applicants must have one of the following:

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Actuarial Science, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Management with at least 6 graduate credits in Accounting;
• Master's degree in an unrelated field with at least 12 graduate credits in Accounting;
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; or
• A current CPA, CMA, CFA, or other accounting certification.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Communication and Collaboration
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with students, colleagues, and community partners in both written and verbal formats.
  • Work collaboratively as part of a student-focused team and contribute to a positive, professional learning environment.
• Organization and Professionalism
  • Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines, maintain accurate records, and manage multiple responsibilities.
  • Maintain professional communication, appearance, relationships, and responsiveness.
  • Show initiative and the ability to perform responsibilities with minimal direct supervision.
• Technology and Student Support
  • Use Microsoft Office applications effectively, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, and learn the college’s Learning Management System and other instructional technologies as needed.
  • Maintain a positive, student-centered attitude and support students in achieving their educational and career goals.
• Ability to pass a background check

• The employeefrequentlyis required tosit for extended periods of time and use hands tooperatecomputer keyboard,telephoneand basic office equipment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required totalk and hear
• Ability to lift up to 10lbs

Cognitive Requirements: (as presently performed to accomplish essential functions)

• Reading, Writing, Calculating
• Social Interaction Skills
• Reasoning/Analysis
• Works with Minimal Supervision