Accounting Adjunct Instructor

Iowa Western Community College•Council Bluffs, IA

About The Position

We are seeking an enthusiastic, student-focused Accounting Adjunct Instructor to help students build a strong foundation in accounting and make course concepts relevant and engaging. The instructor creates a supportive learning environment, provides meaningful feedback, and contributes to student success through teaching and mentoring while sharing accounting expertise. Candidates with professional experience in accounting, finance, or related fields are encouraged to apply. Teaching assignments are determined by the academic dean and may use face-to-face, hybrid, video-conferencing, live virtual, or online modalities. The instructor promotes, develops, and delivers quality education programs intended to support student retention through graduation. The role includes teaching assigned accounting classes and labs, evaluating and reporting student progress, assessing student learning outcomes, and completing required course and college documentation. The instructor supports students inside and outside class, helps them pursue educational and career goals, and refers them to college resources. The role also requires adherence to college policies, professional development and training, confidentiality requirements, and safety procedures. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Meet Minimum Faculty Standards for hire and adhere to college policies and procedures.
To teach accounting courses, meet one of the following qualifications: a master’s degree in Accounting, Actuarial Science, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Management with at least 6 graduate credits in Accounting; a master’s degree in an unrelated field with at least 12 graduate credits in Accounting; a bachelor’s degree in Accounting; or a current CPA, CMA, CFA, or other accounting certification.
Communicate clearly and professionally with students, colleagues, and community partners in written and verbal formats.
Work collaboratively as part of a student-focused team and contribute to a positive, professional learning environment.
Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills, meet deadlines, maintain accurate records, and manage multiple responsibilities.
Maintain professional communication, appearance, relationships, and responsiveness.
Show initiative and perform responsibilities with minimal direct supervision.
Use Microsoft Office applications effectively, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, and learn the college’s Learning Management System and other instructional technologies as needed.
Maintain a positive, student-centered attitude and support students in achieving educational and career goals.
Pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Teach accounting classes assigned by the academic dean using the instructional modality assigned, which may include face-to-face, hybrid, video conferencing, live virtual, or online instruction.
Organize and teach labs as assigned by the academic dean.
Prepare and deliver effective, engaging instruction aligned with established course competencies, learning outcomes, and college standards.
Use instructional strategies appropriate for students with varied academic backgrounds, experiences, and learning needs.
Evaluate and report student performance and progress in accordance with college and division policies and procedures.
Provide students with timely, meaningful, and constructive feedback.
Maintain an inclusive, respectful, and supportive classroom environment.
Promote, develop, and deliver quality education programs with the intent of retaining students through graduation.
Meet minimum expectations for using the college Learning Management System, including posting the syllabus by college deadlines, recording attendance, and maintaining an accurate, current gradebook.
Complete required reports, including roster verification, 5th-week and 10th-week progress reports, final grades, and course assessments.
Assess and document student learning outcomes each term in accordance with college policies and procedures.
Complete required professional development and training.
Promote, model, and enforce academic integrity.
Be available to answer student questions outside class time; student conferences may take place in a designated student conferencing space or by phone, web conferencing, or email.
Help students achieve their educational and career goals and refer them to college resources.
Demonstrate IWCC’s core mission, vision, and values.
Exhibit a positive and professional demeanor with college and community members and contribute to a productive, growth-oriented work environment.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and Title IX regulations.
Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.