Adjunct Faculty - Accounting

Terra State Community College; Fremont (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Terra State Community College seeks an experienced educator available to teach on-campus courses during the day. The candidate will plan and teach courses in financial, managerial, tax, and cost accounting.

Candidates should hold a Master’s Degree in Accounting or relevant certification and have at least two years of teaching experience. Collaboration with students and participation in community events is essential to support the College's mission.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Accounting preferred or relevant certifications required.
• Demonstrated teaching experience, preferably at the college level.
• Ability to teach in multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach accounting courses covering financial, managerial, tax, and cost accounting.
• Measure student performance and communicate progress effectively.
• Participate in community organizations associated with the campus.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Experience with accounting software (Excel, QuickBooks, SAGE)

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work with diverse students

Knowledge of ACBSP guidelines

Education

Master’s Degree in Accounting or relevant certifications

Job description

Engages students in the teaching/learning process in both traditional and distance formats; works assigned schedule, represents the College in the community, and performs other related duties as required. Assists full time faculty in establishing curricular goals and objectives.

Searching for a candidate that is available to teach on-campus during the day.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans and teaches courses which fulfill the current curriculum goals and objectives. Teaches basic, intermediate, and advanced principles of accounting and finance courses including but not limited to: Financial accounting, managerial accounting, tax accounting and cost accounting.
• Assures consistency in the planning, preparation, and administration of the course content, syllabus, outlines, and other teaching materials for courses and lab experiences. Works effectively with students and challenges students appropriately with an acceptable level of civility and discourse.
• Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure student performance in achieving course goals and objectives. Collects, reports, and maintains assessment documentation.
• Determines and submits students' attendance and grades in accordance with established College policies and procedures.
• Communicates progress in the course to students in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current trends in assigned program or discipline. Remains current with subject matter and instructional methodology.
• Works in collaboration with other departments on cross-discipline projects.
• Actively participates in community organizations, service groups, or events sponsored by the campus for the community.
• Supports the mission of the program, division, and College.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate one-on-one, in small groups, and in classroom situations
• Demonstrated experience with current computer software packages used in the accounting field (i.e., Excel, QuickBooks, and SAGE)
• Proficient in word-processing and presentation software, internet, and e-mail
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of students
• Capability to teach in more than one discipline
• Effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Ability to work a combination of days/evening/weekend schedules
• Knowledge of Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) guidelines and procedures preferred

Education and Work Experience

• Master’s Degree in Accounting preferred or MBA, CPA, CFA, CPF, or professional experience in accounting or financial services required;
• Minimum of two years teaching experience preferred, preferably at the college level.