Accounting Faculty, Part-Time (Adjunct Faculty Pool)

Community College of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking part-time Accounting faculty to join their dynamic Business Administration Department. This role involves teaching Financial and Managerial Accounting courses while fostering an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Accounting or a related field, along with a commitment to student success and professional development. The position offers a chance to influence future business leaders and professionals while enjoying a supportive academic community. If you are passionate about education and have the expertise to inspire students, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

College-paid medical insurance

Tuition remission

403(b) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Verifiable work experience in Accounting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach various accounting courses and facilitate student learning.
• Develop course materials and maintain student records.

Skills

Communication Skills

Accounting Knowledge

Technological Integration

Teaching Skills

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)

Interested candidates should complete an online application.

• Cover Letter of interest and resume required.
• Name and contact information of 3 references required.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with PA Child Protective Services Law.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

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. The department 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.

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. 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.

Full-time faculty and staff benefits include:

• 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

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• References

Optional Documents

• Teaching Philosophy
• Writing Sample
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Letters of Recommendation
• Other Document (See Special Instructions to Applicant)