PT QuickBooks Instructor, EWD-Surf City

Cape Fear Community College; Surf City (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Cape Fear Community College is seeking an instructor to teach face-to-face QuickBooks courses at the Surf City Center. Courses may run at various times based on student interest and demand.

Responsibilities include delivering fundamentals of QuickBooks, guiding participants, and updating curriculum to reflect the latest software. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for successful sessions with diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in business, accounting or bookkeeping or related field.
• Teaching experience in an instructional setting.
• Experience with Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engaging and informative QuickBooks training sessions for individuals and small groups.
• Deliver curriculum covering setup, navigation, data entry, reporting and more.
• Provide hands-on guidance and troubleshoot participant questions.
• Tailor instruction to diverse learner needs and maintain inclusive learning.
• Stay current with QuickBooks updates to keep materials up-to-date.
• Maintain class records and meet deadlines.

Skills

Teaching experience

Strong communication

Time management

Learner adaptability

QuickBooks proficiency

Education

Associates degree in business, accounting or bookkeeping or related field

Teaching experience

Windows and Microsoft Office experience

Google Suite experience

Tools

QuickBooks

Canvas

Microsoft Office

Job description

DEFINITION:

To teach face to face QuickBooks courses at the Surf City Center. These courses may be held at a variety of times depending on student interest.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receive general supervision from the Director of the Surf City Center.

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Conduct engaging and informative QuickBooks training sessions for individuals and small groups remotely.
• Deliver curriculum that covers the fundamentals of QuickBooks, including setup, navigation, data entry, reporting, and more.
• Provide hands‑on guidance and support to participants, answering questions and troubleshooting issues as needed.
• Tailor instruction to meet the diverse needs and skill levels of participants, ensuring an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Stay current with updates and changes to QuickBooks software to ensure training materials are up-to-date.

• Maintain class records in compliance with local and state procedures and requirements.
• Meet all deadlines internally and externally.

Other Important Functions:

1. Knowledge of EWD processes and procedures and general College policies and procedures.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks with a solid understanding of its features and functionalities.
• Proven experience as a trainer or instructor, preferably in a QuickBooks or accounting-related capacity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts in a clear and engaging manner.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality instruction in a timely manner.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., QuickBooks Certification) are a plus but not required.

Knowledge of:

1. Principles and procedures of record keeping and basic accounting.
2. Principles and practices of financial recordkeeping and reporting
3. English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
4. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
5. Advanced word processing methods, techniques and programs.
6. Advanced spreadsheet and database knowledge.
7. Principles of mathematics.

Ability to:

• Interpret and apply the policies and procedures of the function to which assigned.
• Maintain compliance records for college.
• Maintain a variety of financial records and files.
• Perform accounting activities including the maintenance of appropriate files and compiling information for reports.
• Operate a personal computer, calculator and other office equipment.
• Type and word process at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Respond to inquiries and requests for information.

1. Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
   1. Making observations
   2. Reading and writing
   3. Communicating with others
   4. Operating assigned equipment
   5. Handling varied tasks simultaneously

• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
  1. Standing or sitting for extended periods of time
  2. Operating assigned equipment
  3. Handling varied tasks simultaneously
  4. Bending, stooping, climbing, or lifting up to
     50 pounds
• Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:
  1. Making sound decisions
  2. Responding to questions
  3. Demonstrating intellectual capabilities

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Minimum Experience:

• Associates degree in business, accounting or bookkeeping or related field
• Teaching experience
• Windows and Microsoft Office experience
• Google Suite experience

Preferred Education/Training, Experience, Skills:

• QuickBooks certification
• Experience using online learning platforms like Canvas