Online Adjunct Professor - Accounting

Bryant & Stratton College; Town of Niskayuna (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Accounting Instructor to facilitate online courses. This role involves preparing engaging course materials, fostering a supportive learning environment, and utilizing various teaching methodologies to cater to diverse student needs. Instructors will be expected to maintain an active virtual classroom, respond promptly to student inquiries, and participate in faculty meetings. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about education and committed to student success. Join a team that values professionalism and integrity while helping students advance their careers in accounting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Experience in online teaching and accounting roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach accounting courses online, engaging students effectively.
• Provide timely feedback and support to students through various channels.

Skills

Teaching in online asynchronous environment

Identifying and supporting learning styles

Critical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in related field with Bachelor’s in Accounting

Master’s degree with valid CPA license

Tools

Blackboard

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Online Part-Time Accounting Instructor

Bryant & Stratton College Online Division is seeking instructors to teach various levels of accounting courses. Instructors will facilitate a learning environment that supports the college mission and vision statements, fosters engagement by using various teaching methodologies adopted by the college, utilize the most effective technologies, and have the ability to support students at all stages of their degree.

Skills:

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities to teach accounting in an online asynchronous environment.
• The ability to identify and support all learning styles with various teaching methodologies.
• Critical thinking skills to identify and resolve issues that impact the students' successful completion of a course.
• Strong time management and performance management skills.
• Strong communication skills - written and oral.

Requirements:

Qualified candidates must possess one of the following credentials:

• A master’s degree in Accounting
• A master’s degree in a related field (e.g. MBA, MS Management) with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• A master’s degree (any field) with a valid CPA license

Preferred Requirements:

• At least one year of experience working in an accounting role or a position that involves accounting functions.
• At least one year of teaching experience.
• Experience working in a Learning Management System (LMS), preferably Blackboard. Use of technology for feedback & student engagement preferred (video recording, audio recording, inline comments, Microsoft Teams, etc.)

To be considered for a Part-Time position, applicants are required to submit the following items with the application:

• Resume/CV
• PhD (if applicable), Masters, and Bachelor’s unofficial transcripts
• At least 3 professional references (including phone numbers and email addresses)

During the application process, please ensure to upload all of these documents under the documents section.

Bryant & Stratton College Online adjunct instructors will support the college mission and vision by facilitating an active virtual learning classroom through alternative delivery methodologies. Instructors will maintain contemporary knowledge and skills in their discipline to support their expected classroom responsibilities. Instructors will participate in departmental, campus-wide, and college-wide activities to support the needs of the student population and the Online Education team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare course(s) assigned in Blackboard with required elements by the designated deadline.
• Provide approximately 12-14 hours per week of instruction over the course of five days each week, per course. This includes facilitating discussion, grading student work, checking email, engaging in personalized retention efforts and outreach to support student success, and answering student inquiries.
• Respond to all outreach (email, text, calls, etc.) from students, supervisors, colleagues, etc. within 48 hours.
• Facilitate discussion with substantive, high-quality posts, higher-order questioning, and supplemental resources, ensuring minimum participation in discussion of at least three days each week (including Weeks 1 & 7.5).
• Respond to 100% of students’ initial posts within the designated weekly timeframe.
• Substantive responses must include personalized comments and ask a higher-level thinking question whenever possible.
• Close the loop after asking questions and receiving responses from students.
• Post in discussion early in the week (with some posts and replies made by Wednesday) and show an engaging presence again in the middle and end of the week.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply the Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education, which will be evaluated through informal and formal observations annually.
• Ensure the grade book is updated each week no later than Thursday at 11:59 pm, ET for Weeks 1-6, and 9 am ET Thursday after the last day of class for Weeks 7 and 7.5.
• Review student work, adhere to grading rubrics, and provide detailed, individualized feedback.
• Ensure zeroes are entered weekly for students who do not submit assignment(s) by the due date.
• Meet final grades deadline for each course each session, which is Thursday after the last day of class at 9:00 am ET.
• Utilize provided retention tools weekly from Weeks 2-7 to monitor at-risk students.

Administrative Requirements Outside of Teaching:

• Maintain current knowledge of teaching disciplines/fields of study and best practices in distance education through professional development opportunities.
• Participate in all required live and asynchronous faculty meetings.
• Participate in campus-wide initiatives in support of retention and persistence to graduation goals.
• Complete all required workshops/seminars as necessitated by management.
• All instructors are required to adhere to and uphold all established policies and procedures as described in operating documentation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• All instructors will possess and exhibit the qualities of professionalism, integrity, self-esteem, self-motivation, and a strong desire to guide students to improve their career prospects.
• Proven administrative, evaluative, analytical, strategic thinking, and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Internet applications.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Position requires standing or sitting in a stationary position as well as the occasional need to lift, carry, push, and/or move objects up to 10 pounds.
• Position also requires the use of computer technology/equipment.

Application Process:

• Please complete an application, and upload a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, copies of license, and teaching philosophy for consideration.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position reflects a comprehensive evaluation of multiple factors that influence compensation determinations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.