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Inside Higher Ed · 6 days ago

Accounting Faculty, Part-Time (Adjunct Faculty Pool)

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission institution providing access to higher education. They are seeking part-time Accounting faculty to teach various accounting courses and facilitate student learning while contributing to the academic life of the College.

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Responsibilities

Teach various accounting courses, including Financial and Managerial Accounting

Facilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and perform evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes, using each course’s standard course outline as a guide

Develop course handouts, lectures, hands-on activities, and presentations

Work with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate

Be available to students via email, phone, or personal conferences. The method of contact and hours of availability should be clearly communicated to supervisors and to students through the course syllabus each semester

Assign grades and maintain course/student records in accordance with FERPA regulations and submit grades and records by established deadlines

Meet all classes at the designated times

Receive training or stay current in technological or pedagogical advances that promote student learning, including learning and using publishers’ software, when applicable

Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values

Actively participate in the academic life of the College

Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values

Communicate effectively, share vision, focus on people, initiate positive change, value differences and foster collaboration. Work with and inspire others to achieve college, department, and individual success. Proactively identify/address problems

Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom. Demonstrate an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of the College’s faculty, staff and students

Participation in continual assessment and course updates to ensure excellence in meeting program and student learning outcomes

Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in field of discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention. Utilize innovative teaching strategies and technologies for online learning and other technology tools to meet the learning needs of a diverse student population. Maintain office hours to meet with students outside of the classroom and respond to questions or concerns

Commitment to professional learning and growth, student mentoring, and service to the profession. Remain current in the use of technology, developments within the field of discipline, and developments related to teaching and student success

Qualification

Master’s Degree in AccountingCPA certificationTeaching experienceTechnological applicationsCanvas Learning Management SystemCommitment to professional growthInclusive teaching practicesCommunication skills

Required

Master's Degree in Accounting or Taxation, or an MBA degree with an active certification as a CPA, CMA, CIA, CFA OR CGMA

Verifiable work experience in the field of Accounting

Knowledge of, and ability to integrate current technological applications into our Accounting courses

Ability to teach a variety of day, evening, and weekend, first and second year Accounting courses, including Financial and Managerial Accounting, at the main campus, and/or at Regional Centers and neighborhood sites

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred

At least two years of recent college teaching experience in the subject area, preferably at the community college level

Active participation in industry related professional development activities, meetings, and/or conferences

Knowledge and/or willingness to develop and teach online and web enhanced courses

Prior experience using Canvas Learning Management System

Willingness to revise and maintain courses and curriculum

Commitment to participating in the intellectual life of the department, and a willingness to participate in the life of the College through leadership in department and college-wide committees

Active participation in national and/or regional industry professional organizations