Faculty, Accounting

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 54,198 - 62,046; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick leave

Personal time

Summer work

Retirement plans (IPERS or TIAA)

Life insurance

Long Term Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement for employees

Flexible Spending Account

Professional development & education

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges is seeking a 167-day in-person faculty member to teach accounting courses at Scott Community College and Clinton Community College. The position requires a Master’s in Accounting or a related field with accounting emphasis, and a commitment to student success and service. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

and visa sponsorship is not offered. Benefits include substantial paid time off, IPERS or TIAA retirement options, life and disability insurance,

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Accounting or a Master’s Degree with 12 graduate semester hours in a related field with at least 6 graduate hours in accounting.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Teaches courses in accordance with outcomes identified in the established course development model.
• Participates in the design of courses and programs of instruction; maintains currency of curriculum and collaborates on revisions as needed.
• Demonstrates satisfactory preparation and meets with classes as scheduled.
• Demonstrates rapport with students and solicits/uses student feedback to improve teaching and learning.
• Establishes clear syllabi posted in CANVAS; communicates objectives, processes, policies, and attendance.
• Evaluates and records student performance; provides feedback.
• Maintains office hours; assists students and provides feedback.
• Collaborates with support services to assist student success and accommodations as required.
• Monitors progress; communicates with advising; maintains attendance and progress grades.
• Participates in outcomes assessment; plans learning strategies to meet student outcomes.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s Degree in Accounting

Master’s Degree with 12 graduate hours in related field (6 in accounting)

Job description

Welcome to Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. We are so glad you are here.

Responsible for teaching courses and assessing learning outcomes in assigned discipline. Assignments may include alternative delivery methods, evening courses, and multiple sites. Must demonstrate excellence in teaching and service. Must demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of the community college.

This position is 167-day contract that serves in-person at both Scott Community College and Clinton Community College.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Excellent benefits package, including great paid time off:

• Full-Time 167-day Faculty have time off in the summer, receive 16 hours of personal time, and starting at 10 days of sick time. Summer work is available.
• Retirement plans with 9.44% employer contribution ( IPERS or TIAA option)
• Employer paid & voluntary Life insurance
• Employer paid Long Term Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Flexible Spending Account options
• Professional development and education reimbursement benefits
• State employee discounts for phone, hotels, museums, etc. Employee Assistance Program

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Accounting or a Master’s Degree with 12 graduate semester hours in a related field with at least 6 graduate hours in accounting.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous teaching experience is preferred

Physical Demands

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Salary Starting $54,198.18 - $62,046.08 /Contract Year

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction

• Teaches courses in accordance with outcomes identified in the established course development model. Uses effective and appropriate instructional delivery methods.
• Participates in the design of appropriate courses and programs of instruction. Utilizes appropriate process to maintain currency of curriculum and collaborates in the development and revision of curriculum as needed.
• Demonstrates satisfactory preparation and meets with classes as scheduled.
• Demonstrates rapport with students.
• Solicits and uses student feedback in all classes to improve teaching and learning practices.
• Establishes a clear and accurate syllabus for each class. Posts syllabus in CANVAS. Communicates course objectives, instructional processes, evaluation policies and methods, and attendance policies to students.
• Evaluates and records student performance and achievement on a regular basis and provides feedback to students.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate office hours to assist students and provide feedback.
• Collaborates with support services to assist student success in the classroom and meets recommended student/instructional accommodations as required.
• Monitors and communicates with students about academic progress. Collaborates with advising by monitoring student progress and referring at-risk students using early alert tools and/or other mechanisms. Maintains accurate attendance reports and delivers timely 4-week progress grades, midterm grades, and final grades.
• Participates in outcomes assessment measurements adopted by EICC. Plans and implements learning strategies appropriate for meeting student outcomes. Analyzes results of planning and teaching and makes appropriate revisions.

Involvement with the College and EICC District

• Serves on college and district committees, work groups, and task forces.
• Attends and participates in all scheduled faculty, college, district, and advisory meetings as appropriate.
• Assists college in the recruitment and retention of students.
• Serves as an active department team member.
• Demonstrates professionalism at all times.
• Supports the EICC mission, values and belief in high expectations and high aspirations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Professional Development

• Retains professional qualifications (including academic degrees and specialized certifications and licensures) that meet or exceed those required for the position.
• Actively maintains professional development activity and records in accordance with the guidelines of the Quality Faculty Plan.
• Participates in professional meetings and workshops, as appropriate.
• Participates in college/district professional development activities.
• Remains active and current in one’s professional field/discipline.
• Remains current in pedagogical best practices.

EICC Non-Discrimination Statement

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact EICC’s Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-5222, [e-mail] or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone]. FAX: [phone]; TDD: 800-877-8339 or Email: [e-mail]

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