Instructor - Accounting

Colorado Community College System (CCCS); Denver (CO); On-site; USD 15,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Healthcare benefits

Retirement options

Campus near Auraria

Job summary

Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Accounting to support the Accounting AAS, Bookkeeping, Payroll, and Tax Preparation certificate pathways. The role emphasizes real-world application, inclusive pedagogy, and hands-on skill development.

Initial teaching will be in-person with potential online/hybrid modalities after onboarding and demonstrated effectiveness. The instructor reports to the Business Pathways Program Chair and collaborates with faculty to align

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting or related masters with 18 graduate credits in Accounting.
• Occupational accounting-related experience within the past 20 years (accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation, auditing).
• Proficiency with QuickBooks or other bookkeeping platforms; Advanced Excel (formulas, pivot tables).
• Familiarity with D2L, Banner, and cloud-based instructional tools.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned Accounting courses in-person during initial semesters; online/hybrid opportunities may be added after onboarding success.
• Deliver high-quality instruction aligned with course outcomes across pathways (financial/managerial accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax).
• Maintain LMS shells, gradebooks, attendance, and student records; provide equity-minded feedback.
• Collaborate with department to ensure consistency across courses and alignment with program outcomes.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Inclusive teaching

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting

18 graduate credit hours in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Advanced Excel

D2L

Banner

Cloud-based instructional tools

Job description

Title: Instructor - ACC

Position Type: Instructor

College: Community College of Denver

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: CCD Business and Manufacturing Pathway

Campus: Auraria Campus

Location: Denver

Who We Are:

The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.

Job Summary:

The Adjunct Instructor for Accounting supports student success across CCD’s Accounting AAS, Bookkeeping, Payroll, and Tax Preparation certificate pathways. Instructors teach foundational and intermediate accounting courses with an emphasis on real‑world application, inclusive pedagogy, and hands‑on skill development. This role requires instructors to begin with in‑person teaching assignments, with eligibility for online/hybrid modalities after successful onboarding and demonstrated instructional effectiveness. The position reports to the Business Pathways Program Chair and works collaboratively with faculty and staff to align teaching with program outcomes and college expectations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Teaching & Instruction

• Teach assigned Accounting courses in‑person during initial semesters; online/hybrid opportunities may be added after successful in‑person performance.
• Prepare and deliver high‑quality instruction aligned with course outcomes and Accounting program pathways (financial accounting, managerial accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax).
• Integrate industry‑standard software, such as Quickbooks, Excel (including formulas, functions, and pivot tables); and tax preparation tools used in Tax Help Colorado (when applicable).
• Maintain required learning management system (D2L) course shells, gradebooks, attendance, and student records.
• Provide timely, constructive, equity‑minded feedback using clear and supportive communication practices.

Pedagogy & Student Support

• Build an inclusive learning environment that supports CCD’s diverse student body.
• Use active‑learning strategies, real‑world accounting scenarios, and scaffolded skill development.
• Provide reasonable accommodations per CCD policy and refer students to tutoring, advising, and support services when appropriate.

Professional & Departmental Responsibilities

• Participate in required trainings, onboarding, and periodic departmental meetings.
• Follow college policies for instructional quality, student conduct, and record keeping.
• Collaborate with faculty to maintain consistency across Accounting courses and ensure alignment with program outcomes.
• Respond promptly to chair communications and participate in course scheduling processes.

Competencies/KSAs

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to create clear, supportive, and inclusive learning environments.
• Organizational skills for managing multiple course sections, grading systems, and student communications.
• Problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with department faculty, staff, and administrators

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Master’s degree in Accounting, or a related master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Accounting.

Experience: Occupational experience within the past 20 years in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation, auditing, or related field.

Technical & Instructional Skills:

• Proficiency with QuickBooks or other bookkeeping platforms.
• Advanced Excel ability (formulas, pivot tables, data organization).
• Familiarity with D2L, Banner, and cloud‑based instructional tools.
• Ability to teach tax and payroll topics using modern tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience:

• Prior teaching experience at a community college or similar open‑access institution.
• Experience providing instruction to diverse, multilingual, first‑generation, or returning adult learners.
• Professional experience with tax preparation (VITA/Tax Help Colorado), payroll services, or small‑business accounting workflows.
• Experience designing student‑centered, equity‑minded curriculum aligned to program outcomes.

Selection Process:

Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet which includes:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• References – Names, phone numbers, addresses, and email addresses of three professional references
• Copies of transcripts (unofficial preferred)
• Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable

All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts.

For pay information, please refer to https://www.ccd.edu/docs/part-time-instructor-pay-matrix.

Benefits and Compensation

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.

If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program.

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.