Accounting (Non Tenure-Track) One Year Renewable Instructor

Delta College Career Opportunities Position TitleAccounting (Non Tenure-Track) One Year Renewable InstructorDivision/DepartmentAccountingEmployee GroupFacultyStatus Starting Salary $52,700 – $68,454: Commensurate with Education, Qualifications and Experience Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions The successful candidate must demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion in student, faculty and staff.

We are seeking a collaborative, energetic, and innovative full-time accounting instructor who is committed to student retention and success.

The instructor will be responsible for establishing and promoting an effective learning environment to maximize student learning.

They may be assigned to teach accounting courses online, in traditional classroom and/or blended/hybrid settings, and must be available to teach courses during evening, weekend, and nontraditional times, as needed in the Business & Technology Division at Delta College.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Possess the ability to work in a variety of settings, including online, which promote quality learning.

Teach accounting courses.

Demonstrate teaching effectiveness which supports student learning and encompasses pedagogies for student success to meet course and/or program requirements.

Maintain professional development to assure currency within field of practice.

Possess effective verbal, written and interpersonal skills.

Make effective and innovative use of appropriate technology in the performance of the responsibilities and accountabilities.

Engage fully in course, discipline, program development, curriculum development and assessment.

Demonstrate a commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Delta College.

Focus on supporting and assessing student learning and academic achievement to ensure student success.

Continually develop appropriate innovation in learning and teaching to meet diverse learning styles and student needs.

Collaborate voluntarily and energetically with colleagues in the academic discipline and with other faculty colleagues to develop effective learning experiences for a diverse student body.

Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of diversity based on the college statement on diversity.

Integrate international and intercultural experiences in the College, community, and curriculum.

Serve the community through outreach activities.

Required Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in accounting or bachelor’s degree in related field with a higher degree in accounting or with a concentration in accounting.

Preferred: Master’s degree from an accredited institution in accounting or MBA with concentration in accounting or finance or CPA or CMA licensure.

Master’s degree with 18 graduate credit hours in Accounting and/or Taxation from an accredited institution.

Or a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a Master’s degree currently in progress to include a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Accounting and/or Taxation.

Two years’ (4,000 hours) work experience in the field of accounting.

Demonstrated currency and professional growth in the field of accounting.

Experience, specialization and/or interest in Taxation.

Demonstrated proficiency in relevant technologies.

Additional Experiences Considered ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCES CONSIDERED: Professional accounting or financial certification (for example: CPA, CMA, CIA, CFP, etc.) is preferred.

Professional experience as a Tax Specialist.

Substantial multicultural experience (for example, urban community service, academic course work in minority or foreign language studies, or teaching experience with minority students).

An ability to teach in a variety of formats including online.

College teaching experience.

Application Deadline The committee will begin review of the applications immediately.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with materials submitted by May 30, 2020 receiving priority consideration.

All applications are confidential and references will not be contacted without the expressed authorization of the applicant.

Special Instructions to Applicants Complete an on-line application and attach a cover letter with position title, resume, copies of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and professional certifications or licenses.

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(Open Ended Question) Do you have a Master’s degree with 18 graduate credit hours in Accounting and/or Taxation from an accredited institution of higher learning, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with a Master’s degree currently in progress to include a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Accounting and/or Taxation or will have attained by December 2020?

Yes No Do you have recent experience in teaching accounting in an active learning environment?

(Open Ended Question) Briefly explain how you maintain currency in the field of accounting.

(Open Ended Question) Are you willing to teach at multiple campuses/learning centers during the same semester?

(Open Ended Question) Do you have teaching experience at the community college level?

Yes
– evidence of experience must be provided within application materials.

No Do you have experience using a variety of teaching technologies and methodologies?

Yes
– Evidence and explanation of experience must be provided within application materials.

No Do you have experience teaching online courses?

Yes No Do you have experience with teaching courses for dual enrollment initiatives?

Yes
– explanation of experience must be provided within application materials.

No Briefly describe your teaching philosophy as it relates to teaching and learning accounting in a college classroom.

(Open Ended Question) What is your understanding of Delta College’s mission?

(Open Ended Question) Describe your understanding and experience working with a culturally diverse student and college/university population.

(Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Transcript 1 Optional Documents Letter of Recommendation 1 Letter of Recommendation 2 Letter of Recommendation 3 Professional Certifications or Licensures Transcript 2 Transcript 3