Adjunct Instructor - Accounting

Tennessee Board of Regents; Missouri; On-site; USD 827,000 - 1,102,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson State Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Accounting to deliver quality instruction using integrative technologies. The role involves teaching ground, evening, off-campus, and distance courses and posting grades on schedule.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in Accounting with 18 graduate credits in Accounting. Collegiate teaching experience is preferred. Pay is $600 per credit hour with standard department duties and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting or related field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on ground; evenings, off-campus, and distance-based formats as required.
• Post grades each term and submit final grades by Registrar deadlines.
• Complete required trainings and reports; advise Program Chair or Dean; attend requested meetings; follow policies.
• Regularly check JSCC email and department mailbox; respond within 48 hours.
• Submit or update class syllabus at least 2 weeks before first day or within 7 days of contract.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in Accounting

Graduate coursework in accounting

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor - Accounting (Pool)

Institution: Jackson State Community College

Job Summary

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction using integrative technologies.

Job Duties

• Teach courses via on ground as assigned. Teach evening, off-campus, and distance-based courses as required.
• Post grades during the term for student feedback and submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the Registrar.
• Complete required College trainings and complete all required reports such as attendance, Early Alerts, progress reports, grade submissions and administer and return surveys by the required deadlines. Advise the Program Chair or Dean at the earliest possibility if you are unable to teach a class. Attend meetings as requested by the Program Chair and/or Dean. Comply with all the College's and TBR's policies and guidelines. Other duties as assigned.
• Regularly check your JSCC email and your departmental mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 48 hours except on the weekend.
• Submit class syllabus or update department syllabus at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class or within seven days of the execution of contract.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master's degree in Accounting or a related field with at least eighteen (18) credit hours in graduate level Accounting from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Collegiate level teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and/or experience using a variety of instructional delivery modes. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Pay Rate

$600 per credit hour

Closing Date

October 31, 2026

Availability/Closing Date

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on October 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

Special Instructions to the Applicants

A resume, cover letter, and transcripts are required. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Applicants will be subject to a background check upon hire.

Advertised:

04 Nov 2025 Central Standard Time

Applications close:

31 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time