Accounting (Residential Faculty)

Maricopa Community College district; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition Reimbursement for employees

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) invites applications for a full-time Residential Faculty position in Accounting at Paradise Valley Community College. The role involves teaching a broad range of accounting courses across online, hybrid, and in-person formats, and contributing to curriculum development and student engagement.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Accounting or related field, with CPA or CMA credentials being highly valued, and experience developing for-credit

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in Accounting, Accountancy or Taxation.
• Teaching experience in accounting at the college/university level is preferred.
• Experience developing for-credit curriculum and engaging activities for students.

Responsibilities

• Teach accounting courses online, hybrid, and in-person across formats.
• Develop syllabi, course materials, and hands-on activities; use Canvas and assess student learning.
• Provide office hours, tutoring, and student advising; foster relationships with K-12, higher ed, industry and community partners.
• Stay current with trends in accounting education and participate in college and district activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Industry partnerships

Student engagement

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting or related field

CPA license

CMA designation

Job description

Accounting (Residential Faculty)

Job ID: 323464

Location: Paradise Valley Community Coll

Full/Part Time:

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hiring Salary Range

$52,809 - $103,238/annually DOE

Grade

001

Work Schedule

30 Hours per week

Work Calendar

9 Months

Maricopa Summary

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

Join the team launching the next generation of accounting professionals! Paradise Valley Community College is seeking a passionate, full-time Accounting Faculty member for a Full-Time Residential Faculty position in our new Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting program. You'll teach a wide range of students across a variety of formats: online, hybrid, in-person, accelerated, and bring learning to life through active, hands-on strategies. Beyond the classroom, you'll help shape the program through curriculum development, student engagement, and collaboration with faculty and community partners. If you're energized by innovation, equity, and student success, we invite you to be part of something meaningful.

Additional Information

Note: A second interview will be conducted during the hiring process.

Essential Functions

Teaches a wide range population of students in a classroom and/or lab setting, online or hybrid, accelerated, and/or other alternative schedules and formats; uses active learning strategies to engage students and promote student learning, retention, and achievement; incorporates instructional technology and employs alternative delivery or scheduling techniques where appropriate.

Develops instructional materials, learning activities, and curriculum; creates and implements syllabi, course outlines, lecture and lab materials, as well as applied learning activities for assigned courses for students learning accounting, business and related courses; timely grades student work and activities; effectively utilizes course management software such as Canvas; utilizes college and departmental assessment tools; participates in continuous evaluation and improvement of teaching and learning.

Maintains office hours to assist, tutor, and advise students to support learning, personal development, and citizenship; works with students outside of the classroom on instructional activities such as student research, clubs, and experiences for students in the community.May develop and expand relationships and partnerships with K-12, higher education, industry, and/or community organizations.

Remains current with new trends and developments in the field through technology, research, reading/studying the literature, attendance at conferences, courses, seminars and/or workshops; develops and enhances knowledge of teaching and learning; participates in college and district activities, including department/division meetings, committees, workshops, and projects.

Works with the faculty team to evaluate and select classroom materials; may participate in designing customized for-credit curriculum, materials, and activities for corporate clients; contributes to the academic life and mission of the college; demonstrates intercultural competence in interactions with students, staff, and the community; maintains a collegial team approach in collaborating with students, faculty, staff, and the community.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master's Degree or higher in Accounting, Accountancy or Taxation.

Desired Qualifications

1. Current Certified Public Accountant license or current Certified Management Accountant designation.
2. A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in financial accounting, including experience with the preparation, analysis, and interpretation of financial statements; application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); and accounting for assets, liabilities, equity, revenues, and expenses. Experience applying financial accounting concepts in a professional business, public accounting, governmental, nonprofit, or related environment is preferred.
3. A minimum of (5) years of teaching experience in various modalities at a community college or university in accounting. Experience should include course development with engaging interactive activities.
4. Experience facilitating activities outside the classroom for students such as internships, undergraduate student research, clubs, competitions, tours, service learning, etc.
5. Active participation on community advisory boards and/or current membership in professional associations related to accounting, business, or the candidate's area of instruction.
6. One year of full-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two years.

Special Working Conditions

• May require possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver's License or other state license; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving: https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/apply
• Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate's own expense.
• MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas.
• Will be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD locations.
• May require travel or work at the Black Mountain campus and other community partner locations.
• May require numerous evenings or weekends.
• May require prolonged periods of standing, sitting and viewing a computer screen.
• Will be required to teach a wide range population of students in a classroom and/or lab setting, online or hybrid, accelerated, and/or other alternative schedules and formats.
• May be required to lift or carry up to #25 lbs.

Additional Requirements

Note: A micro-teach presentation will be required during the hiring process.

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

First Review On Monday, November 9, 2026 (Apply by 11:59pm on November 8, 2026).

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.