Adjunct Teaching Position – Accounting

St Edwards University; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected university in Austin is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Accounting to start in January 2026. The role involves teaching courses in tax and intermediate/advanced accounting. Candidates should have a Texas CPA or a relevant Master's/PhD, teaching experience, and the ability to engage a diverse student body. This part‑time position allows for flexible, semester-based assignments.

Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience in taxation and intermediate/advanced accounting.
• Availability to teach in person.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in accounting.
• Assess student learning and provide feedback.
• Offer culturally responsive instruction and mentoring.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teaching ability

Education

Licensed Texas CPA

Ph.D./Master's in accounting with 18 graduate credit hours

Tools

Canvas learning management system

Job description

Adjunct Teaching Position – Accounting

The Bill Munday School of Business

Accounting, Economics, and Finance Department

St. Edward's University, a nationally ranked, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), invites applications for a part‑time position as adjunct in the Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance, beginning January 2026.

St. Edward's is characterized by its commitment to the Holy Cross educational mission of educating the hearts and minds of a diverse student body deeply committed to social justice.

The successful candidate will teach courses in tax, intermediate or advanced accounting. The Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance routinely hires adjunct faculty to fill curricular needs on a part‑time basis and maintains a pool of candidates for temporary part‑time positions as the need arises. This position is continuously open and qualified persons will be selected to teach undergraduate courses as the need arises. Appointments are generally made on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Specific assignments vary according to department needs each semester. Positions are renewable, contingent upon need and performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed Texas CPA or an earned Ph.D./Master's degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in accounting. Prior teaching experience in taxation and intermediate/advanced accounting. Availability to teach in person. Demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal background check is required.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Candidates should have an interest in and the ability or potential to teach undergraduate courses in accounting (tax and/or intermediate or advanced accounting) as well as support a diverse student body.
• Teach accounting courses in the areas listed above, aligned with departmental learning objectives. Instruction is primarily delivered in person (face‑to‑face).
• Assess student learning and provide clear, timely, and constructive feedback.
• Offer culturally responsive instruction and mentoring to a diverse student population.
• Utilize the university's learning management system (Canvas); training and support are available.
• Maintain professional standards and comply with all department, school, and university policies and procedures. Adjunct faculty are required to hold one on‑campus office hour per week for each course taught.
• Other duties as assigned.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit an online application by clicking "Apply for this Position" (link to be added). Application packages should include:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Names and contact information for three references

Additionally, all faculty applications must include a statement outlining how they would integrate the University's Holy Cross mission into their work. Your Mission Integration statement should be included as a separate document.

St. Edward's was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross, from which it acquired distinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks, an international perspective, and a commitment to providing educational opportunities for students from varied cultural, religious, educational, and economic backgrounds. In support of the mission, the different backgrounds of St. Edward's students, faculty, and staff enrich our community and represent a significant part of our culture and commitment to excellence. We value the individual differences, life experiences, unique capabilities, and innovative talent that our employees and students contribute to our vibrant academic environment. St. Edward's honors and respects all members of its community by fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that values the dignity and worth of each person and emphasizes the obligation of all individuals to work towards a more just world.

While serving as a faculty member at St. Edward's University, how would your individual differences, life experiences, and unique capabilities contribute to the mission as described above? Describe how your prior work aligns with the university's mission.

Applicants should submit materials by December 15, 2025 for full consideration; however, the position will remain open until filled.