Adjunct Faculty – Accounting

ivytech; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Educational Benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College - South Bend is seeking adjunct faculty to teach Accounting courses. The role is part-time and contracted hourly, located on campus at Ivy Tech Community College - South Bend.

Compensation is $47.35 per contract hour, with responsibilities including delivering classes, using technology, and maintaining course materials and records. The candidate should hold a bachelor’s in accounting (or related business field with CPA) and meet listed credential pathways, with a focus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from a regionally accredited institution, with documentation in two or more of the listed criteria.
• In-field professional certification (national, regional, or state).
• Two years of in-field professional employment.
• Documentation of teaching excellence, including date of award.
• Documentation of research and publication in the field.
• Additional coursework beyond bachelor's, equivalent to 18 semester hours.

Responsibilities

• Delivers assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Uses technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develops/maintains outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials; maintains student records.
• Engages with students to foster a positive learning experience and implement active classroom teaching strategies.
• Interacts professionally with students and co-workers, follows College policies and campus guidelines.

Skills

Teaching

Student engagement

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA certification

Job description

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis to provide instruction, support student learning, and deliver assigned Accounting courses in accordance with Ivy Tech policies and common course syllabi.

Location: Ivy Tech Community College - South Bend

Department: Accounting
Employment Type: Part Time

Compensation: $47.35/Per Contract Hour

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with College policies, campus guidelines and expectations
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A qualified faculty member for ACCT 101 and ACCT 102 meets the course standard through one of two routes:

Possesses an earned bachelor's degree in accounting, from a regionally accredited institution, with documentation in two or more of the following:

• In-field professional certification (national, regional, or state)
• Two years of in-field professional employment
• Documented evidence of teaching excellence, including date of award
• Documentation of research and publication in the field
• Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor's degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU's, vendor, or military

Possesses and earned Bachelor's degree in a related business field from a regionally accredited institution with an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction. Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well‑being, growth, and financial security of our part‑time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low‑cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre‑tax or post‑tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.