Accounting Instructor

Lamar Institute of Technology; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar Institute of Technology is seeking an Instructor for Accounting in Beaumont, Texas. The role involves providing instruction for accounting courses, maintaining office hours, and engaging in curriculum development. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Accounting or related coursework, along with skills in Microsoft Office and effective communication. Teaching experience in higher education is preferred. This position offers opportunities for mentorship and participation in college services.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting or related field with 18 graduate hours in Accounting from an accredited institution.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong knowledge of teaching methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for students in accounting courses.
• Maintain office hours and teach extended day classes.
• Engage students actively in the learning process.
• Participate in college services, including advising and tutoring.

Skills

Microsoft Office applications

Teaching methodologies

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting or 18 graduate hours in Accounting

Job description

Lamar Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.

Job Summary

The Instructor for Accounting’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing instruction for students enrolled in accounting courses (along with other related courses and topics) in the Business Technologies Department, including dual credit high school students. This individual is also responsible for maintaining office hours and teaching extended day classes, labs, and hybrid/online courses, as required, both on campus and at alternate locations. This individual helps coordinate and attend advisory committee meetings; attends workshops, seminars, and conferences to upgrade teaching skills; and assists in the development of curriculum, as needed. All LIT faculty are responsible for recruitment and retention as a part of achieving the Institute’s Shared Vision of Growth and Excellence.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Actively engage students in the learning process
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior
• Maintain knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures contained in the TSUS and LIT Policies and Procedures Manual
• Participate in college service, which includes but is not limited to, committee work, advising and/or tutoring students, and recruiting
• Teach classes during the fall and spring semesters as required by the department (might include day, evening, weekend, and Early College High School/dual credit); including online courses
• Provide mentorship to dual credit partners/mentees
• Attend Teaching and Learning Center sessions to enhance teaching skills
• Stay abreast of national matters and trends in education
• Participate in assessment activities for the LIT Core Curriculum
• Assist in the development of curriculum as needed
• Perform other related duties, as required

Minimum Qualifications

• A master’s degree in Accounting or master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Accounting from a regionally accredited institution
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies/pedagogical strategies
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Possess good time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in higher education
• Doctorate degree in subject area
• Related field and/or industry certifications

Physical Requirements

• This position requires the ability to: remain in a stationary position for most of the time; occasionally move about inside an office to access documents, office equipment, etc.; constantly operate a computer or other office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine.

Lamar Institute of Technology is an E-Verify Employer.

• This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.