Adjunct Faculty, Accounting

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Austin Community College is looking for Adjunct Faculty to teach Accounting courses. The role requires preparing coursework, evaluating student progress, and providing mentoring services in a diverse classroom environment.

Candidates must have a master's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience, along with proficiency in instructional technologies such as Blackboard. The position offers 6 openings and is critical for mentoring future accountants.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting or at least 18 graduate hours in Accounting.
• Three years of non-teaching accounting work experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach accounting courses to a multicultural student population.
• Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students.

Skills

Proficiency with computer applications

Experience with instructional technologies

Effective communication

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Blackboard (online learning management system)

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Accounting – Austin Community College

Job Description Summary

Responsible for preparing and delivering coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline‑appropriate ways.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and teach accounting courses to a multicultural student population based on department‑approved learning outcomes.
• Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes.
• Provide teaching and mentoring services in a non‑discriminatory manner.
• Remain current in the field through professional development activities.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by department chair, dean, or vice chancellor.

Technology

• Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications, online resources, and instructional technologies.
• Proficient in an online learning management system such as Blackboard for building course content and administrative duties.

Principal Professional Standards

• Meet deadlines for attendance certification and final grade submission.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students.
• Demonstrate civility and collegiality in all interactions.
• Comply with university policies and professional teaching standards.
• Use the learning management system appropriately.

Required Education

• Master’s degree in Accounting, or a Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in accounting.
• Alternatively, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in accounting, or Associate degree in Accounting with 3 years non‑teaching work experience.

Required Work Experience

• At least three years of non‑teaching accounting work experience.

Working Conditions

• Work performed in an office/classroom environment.
• Requires standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Follow safety rules and report unsafe conditions.

Number of openings: 6. Job posting close date: May 31, 2027.