Accounting Faculty, Part-Time (Adjunct Faculty Pool)

Community College of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution invites applications for a part-time Accounting Faculty position. This role focuses on teaching a variety of accounting courses, including Financial and Managerial Accounting, while fostering an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation, or an MBA with relevant certifications. This position offers the opportunity to engage with a diverse student body and contribute to their academic success. Join a dynamic team dedicated to preparing students for successful careers in business and accounting. Your expertise will help shape the future of aspiring professionals in the Philadelphia area.

Benefits

College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance

Tuition remission for classes at the college

Forgivable tuition loan for classes at any accredited institution

403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation, holiday and personal time

Partial remote work schedule for eligible positions

Winter break

Spring Break

Summer Hours: 4-day work week

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Verifiable work experience in Accounting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach various accounting courses, including Financial and Managerial Accounting.
• Facilitate student learning and evaluate student performance.

Skills

Accounting

Communication Skills

Teaching

Technological Integration

Education

Master's Degree in Accounting or Taxation

MBA with CPA, CMA, CIA, CFA or CGMA

Tools

Canvas Learning Management System

Job description

Accounting Faculty, Part-Time (Adjunct Faculty Pool)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Interested persons should complete an online application.

• Cover letter of interest and CV/resume REQUIRED.
• Name and contact information for three (3) references REQUIRED.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. Community College of Philadelphia is an affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access employer. The College encourages applications from individuals from traditionally under-represented groups. AA/EOE.
• All candidates must have child abuse clearances, FBI fingerprinting, PA State Criminal Background Checks and have completed the Child Abuse Recognition and Reporter Training within the past 5 years or renew certifications/course completion prior to start date.

Position Information

Position Title: Accounting Faculty, Part-Time (Adjunct Faculty Pool)

Requisition Number: FAC00426

General Description: The Business Administration Department invites applications for part-time Accounting faculty. This is NOT an online position.

The Business Administration Department includes a variety of degrees and certificates in the areas of Business and Accounting. The department strives to meet the needs of all students interested in obtaining an education in these areas and is focused on preparing business leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs for successful careers. Many of our students transfer to some of the best business schools in the Philadelphia area, while others move directly into new jobs or progress in their current career paths.

Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions.

Application materials will be kept on file until 4/5/2024.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Teach various accounting courses, including Financial and Managerial Accounting.
• Facilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and perform evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes, using each course’s standard course outline as a guide.
• Develop course handouts, lectures, hands-on activities, and presentations.
• Work with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate.
• Be available to students via email, phone, or personal conferences. The method of contact and hours of availability should be clearly communicated to supervisors and to students through the course syllabus each semester.
• Assign grades and maintain course/student records in accordance with FERPA regulations and submit grades and records by established deadlines.
• Meet all classes at the designated times.
• Receive training or stay current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning, including learning and using publishers’ software, when applicable.
• Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values.
• Actively participate in the academic life of the College.
• Communicate effectively, share vision, focus on people, initiate positive change, value differences and foster collaboration. Work with and inspire others to achieve college, department, and individual success. Proactively identify/address problems.
• Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom. Demonstrate an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of the College’s faculty, staff and students.
• Participation in continual assessment and course updates to ensure excellence in meeting program and student learning outcomes.
• Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in field of discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention. Utilize innovative teaching strategies and technologies for online learning and other technology tools to meet the learning needs of a diverse student population. Maintain office hours to meet with students outside of the classroom and respond to questions or concerns.
• Commitment to professional learning and growth, student mentoring, and service to the profession. Remain current in the use of technology, developments within the field of discipline, and developments related to teaching and student success.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Accounting or Taxation, or an MBA degree with an active certification as a CPA, CMA, CIA, CFA OR CGMA.
• Verifiable work experience in the field of Accounting.
• Knowledge of, and ability to integrate current technological applications into our Accounting courses.
• Ability to teach a variety of day, evening, and weekend, first and second year Accounting courses, including Financial and Managerial Accounting, at the main campus, and/or at Regional Centers and neighborhood sites.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years of recent college teaching experience in the subject area, preferably at the community college level.
• Active participation in industry related professional development activities, meetings, and/or conferences.
• Knowledge and/or willingness to develop and teach online and web enhanced courses.
• Prior experience using Canvas Learning Management System.
• Willingness to revise and maintain courses and curriculum.
• Commitment to participating in the intellectual life of the department, and a willingness to participate in the life of the College through leadership in department and college-wide committees.
• Active participation in national and/or regional industry professional organizations.

Work Location: Main Campus

Benefits Summary:

“Success Starts Here” at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our employees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most.

• College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance
• Tuition remission (for classes at the college)
• Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution)
• 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation, holiday and personal time
• Partial remote work schedule for remote work eligible positions

Additional College benefits:

• Winter break: 1 week around the third week in December and New Years
• Spring Break: 1 week in March
• Summer Hours: 4-day work week (closed on Fridays) from the 2nd week in May through the 3rd week in August

If you have questions or need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or [phone].

Community College of Philadelphia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment.