Temporary, Part-Time Accounting Instructor (Unsolicited)

Millersville University; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Pennsylvania is seeking a Temporary Part-Time Faculty Member to teach undergraduate accounting courses. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s Degree in Accounting or a related discipline along with relevant professional certification. Responsibilities include delivering lectures, creating assessments, and fostering an inclusive learning environment. Prior teaching experience is preferred, and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience is preferred.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Successful completion of three background checks.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Successful interview.
• Successful teaching demonstration for class teaching assignments.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person undergraduate accounting courses.
• Create assessments and foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to academic and professional student development.
• Other duties within the faculty member's field of competence as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of accounting principles

Ability to teach diverse populations

Interpersonal skills

Interviewing

Education

Master’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline

Relevant professional certification (CPA, CMA, CFE)

Job description

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the APSCUF Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Class schedule and modality (face-to-face, online, blended, etc.) is set by the dean of the college.

Faculty Posting Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

Requisition Number F02726

Department

Department Accounting and Finance

Working Title

Classification

Classification Instructor - 24900

Position Summary Information

Nature of position

Nature of position Temporary, part-time

Job Summary/Basic Function

The department of Accounting & Finance is accepting applications for a Temporary Part-Time Faculty Member to teach in-person undergraduate accounting courses, encompassing delivering lectures, creating assessments, and fostering an inclusive learning environment. Requirements: MBA , MS in Accounting, or J.D., a relevant professional certification ( CPA , CMA , CFE , etc.), and business experience. Prior teaching experience is preferred, and a strong knowledge of accounting principles and communication skills are essential. In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to academic and professional student development. If you meet these qualifications and are passionate about accounting education, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our faculty team.
The purpose of this posting is to generate a pool of qualified faculty. Applications submitted will be reviewed on an as needed basis based on enrollment. Anyone meeting the qualifications may be contacted for an interview and potentially hired when a need exists. In the event that you are interviewed but not hired, your application will remain in the departments pool of qualified faculty.

• Class schedule and modality (face-to-face, online, blended, etc.) is set by the dean of the college.

A complete application will include:

• Cover letter describing qualifications for the position and teaching philosophy.
• Current curriculum vitae or professional resume.
• Copies of registrar‑issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress.
• Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.

Please do not link your application to the position until you have uploaded all of the required documents and any optional documents you want to provide. You will not be able to change the materials submitted or upload any new additional materials, after the application process has been completed and you receive a confirmation number.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 10 public universities of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student‑faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students’ success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,000 students to find their path.. Approximately one thousand graduate students enroll in 21 master’s and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence are an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

The State System Employee Benefits Summary for faculty can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefit-summaries/sshe-summary.pdf

TEACHING AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

Teaching responsibilities in at least one of the following areas, depending on program need: Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Auditing, Tax, and Information Systems, and Business Law.

Part‑time faculty members shall maintain a prorated number of office hours each week, at a minimum of twenty‑five (25) minutes for each workload hour taught, at such days, times and locations as will accommodate the needs of the students.

This position requires in‑person instruction on Millersville University’s campus. This position is contingent upon sufficient enrollments in assigned classes.

For details, please see:

• The CBA , Article 12.B.1, Effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities (p. 27);

CONTINUING SCHOLARLY GROWTH AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and SERVICE TO THE UNIVERSITY AND /OR COMMUNITY :

• In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Other reasonable duties assigned within the faculty member’s field of competence.
• Please see the CBA , Article 12, Performance Review and Evaluation of Faculty (pp. 27-39).

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION :

The Department of Accounting and Finance in the Lombardo College of Business is comprised of five full‑time faculty members. The college has approximately 770 undergraduate students and offers BS degrees in accounting, finance, information technology, marketing, management, and business administration. The Lombardo College of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs ( ACBSP ).

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline.
  • (Candidates with an MBA , JD or other Master’s level business degree must have a relevant professional certification ( CPA , CMA , CFE , etc) and relevant business experience.)
• Evidence of ability to successfully teach diverse student populations.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Successful interview.
• Successful teaching demonstration for class teaching assignments.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD or ABD in Accounting or related discipline.
• A relevant professional certification ( CPA , CMA , CFE , etc.) and business experience.

Essential Functions

Working Conditions and Physical Effort – (Essential Functions)

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Ability to:
  • sit or stand while teaching.
  • speak clearly.
  • communicate via writing exceptionally well
  • understand verbal communication (read and understand verbal messages).
  • use construction tools safely.
  • move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms and stage areas.
  • climb ladders.
  • stoop or bend to pick things up.
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds without assistance.
  • lift student paper bundles, small boxes, scene shop equipment and materials.
• Must be able to occasionally lift/pull/push heavier items with assistance.
• Teach courses face‑to‑face at the higher education level using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, using online tools and/or equipment and/or other appropriate tools appropriate modes of education delivery.
• Able to record and calculate grades, prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, engage in the selection of appropriate textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the delivery of instruction.
• Use computer for email, obtain information on websites, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university and community.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).