Instructor of Accounting and Business (starting Spring 2027)

Genesee Community College; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee Community College in Batavia, NY seeks an experienced accounting instructor to teach first- and second-year courses within the accounting and transfer programs. The role involves online, hybrid, or hyflex delivery and active participation in program development and assessment.

Responsibilities include recruitment, student advisement, and graduation processes, with opportunities to collaborate with accounting and business faculty across modalities.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
• Master's Degree in Business or related field with Bachelor's in Accounting.
• CPA is highly preferred; community college teaching experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach first- and second-year accounting and business courses.
• Deliver courses face-to-face or via remote/online/hybrid/hyflex modalities.
• Contribute to program development, assessment, and updates.
• Assist in recruitment, advisement, and graduation of students; participate in college service.

Skills

Teaching skills

Online instruction

Student engagement

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Accounting

Master's in Business with Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Brightspace

Job description

About Genesee Community College:

Founded in 1966 as part of the prestigious State University of New York (SUNY), Genesee Community College serves a 2500 square mile region in the counties of Genesee, Livingston, Orleans and Wyoming. GCC is a student-centered collegiate community that annually serves more than 4,300 students with 75+ academic degrees, certificates and micro-credentials, and several campus locations in Western New York State. Located in Batavia, GCC is only a short drive away from Buffalo and Rochester.One of GCC's trademarks is cutting-edge technology that includes the Conable Technology Building, 54 Hyflex Classrooms, 88 smart classrooms, 27 computer labs and 8 science labs. Both the onsite and online learning modalities boast a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, giving students plenty of hands‑on, one‑to‑one teaching and learning opportunities.EDsmart recently ranked GCC as the number one community college in Western, New York and the fourth best community college in New York State.The spacious campus boasts a new Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades Lab, along with a Criminal Justice lab, Veterinary Tech lab, Solar Electric Technician lab, Nursing lab, Digital Arts Lab and Computerized Drafting & Design Lab. Additionally, the campus houses the Stuart Steiner Performing Arts Center, Roz Steiner Art Gallery, Alfred C. O'Connell Library and Child Care Center. The Richard C. Call Arena features a multi‑use field house, classrooms, locker rooms, state‑of‑the‑art fitness center, coach offices and a press box overlooking the new turf field. College Village, a student housing community, offers suite and communal style student housing at the Batavia campus.SUNY Genesee awards over 250 student scholarships annually and has an extensive Financial Aid program. GCC is committed to providing the educational experiences which promote intellectual and social growth, workforce and economic development and global citizenship. Additional information about GCC is available at www.genesee.edu.

Job Description:

GENERAL FUNCTIONS:

This position will primarily teach first and second‑year courses in the accounting career and transfer program areas. As needed, teach business courses in the career and transfer program areas. Contribute to the development, review, assessment, and maintenance of high‑quality accounting and business programs. Assist in recruitment, retention, advisement, and graduation of students. Participate actively in the academic life of the college.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primarily teach first and second‑year courses in the accounting career and transfer program areas. As needed, teach business courses in the career and transfer program areas. Teaching may involve face‑to‑face or using remote, online, hybrid, or hyflex modalities during the day, evening, and/or weekends as needed. Actively participate in course assessment activities to assess student learning including calculation of grades and reporting of attendance as required by the college. Contribute to the development, review, and update of high‑quality accounting and business programs, working closely with other accounting and business faculty. Assist in recruitment, retention, advisement, and graduation of students. Participate in college service‑related activities and committees. Participate in professional development activities.

Requirements:

EDUCATION:

(1) Master's Degree in Accounting or (2) Master's Degree in Business or Business‑related field WITH a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of five years of accounting experience is required. CPA is highly preferred. Community college teaching or trainer experience is preferred. Familiarity with computer‑assisted/multimedia instruction and distance learning (such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Brightspace) is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Strong teaching or training skills with familiarity in a wide range of instructional strategies and a commitment to student and retention‑centered modes of instruction. Preparation to teach online preferred. Must be able to demonstrate a sensitivity to diverse individuals and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and the community. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for teaching and learning, adaptability and a willingness to embrace evolving technologies. This person will strive to create and maintain personal connections with students and the college community. The individual must be an approachable and enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic who contributes to Genesee's supportive community, dedicated to effective and innovative strategies for student success.