Accounting Instructor - Tenure-Track - Spokane Falls Community College

CCS Spokane • Spokane, WA

7h • $77,027 - $108,630 • Onsite

About The Position

Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC) is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a full-time tenure track instructional position in Accounting. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact by preparing students for careers in business and accounting. The successful candidate must be willing and able to teach in a variety of instructional modalities , including in-person, hybrid, and online formats, and be available to teach evening courses as needed. A consistent and active presence on campus is essential to support student success and to foster meaningful collaboration with departmental colleagues. The instructor is expected to work effectively as part of a team, contributing to curriculum development, program improvement, and shared departmental goals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to educate and motivate students in an engaging and inclusive manner and will have experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and academic skills. At Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC), we are passionate about empowering students through education that transforms lives and expands opportunities. Our Business Department is a collaborative team with a strong regional reputation for providing high-quality, comprehensive education. Our mission is to close equity gaps by offering an inclusive and supportive environment where students can thrive and achieve their career goals. Guided by equity-minded practices, we prepare students to excel in a rapidly changing global economy. We advance our mission through Guided Pathways , whereby all students engage their passions through applied learning and discover their personalized path to achieve their educational goals. SFCC is a beautiful campus located in the inland Pacific Northwest, on the ancestral home of the Spokane Tribe, near the Spokane River. Our campus is not far from the urban center of Spokane, a mid-sized city with a high quality of life and quick access to the outdoors. More information about living and working in Spokane is available at: https://greaterspokane.org/relocation-guide https://www.spokaneteachinghealth.org/life-in-spokane/ SFCC serves over 6,000 students with liberal arts/transfer and professional technical programs. SFCC is one of two accredited community colleges that comprise the Spokane Colleges. In addition to serving the urban and suburban population in greater Spokane, including students from Fairchild Airforce Base, Spokane Colleges provides educational services to rural communities throughout our 12,302 square-mile region in Eastern Washington, including students from the Spokane and other Eastern Washington tribes. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 04/9/2026. The application process will not be available after this time. To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. on the closing date.

Requirements

• An earned master’s degree in business or related field from an accredited institution.
• Current or former CPA licensure OR completion of at least 45 college quarter credits (or the semester equivalent) in accounting-designated coursework from an accredited institution.
• Previous experience teaching college-level accounting or related subjects equivalent to one academic year.
• Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment.
• Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of full-time equivalent experience teaching college-level Accounting.
• Two or more years’ full-time equivalent work experience in Accounting or business.
• Demonstrated teaching experience and/or ability with various modalities (online, on ground, hybrid, etc.).
• Evidence of instructional excellence in both onsite and online courses. Acceptable forms of documentation may include student evaluations, peer evaluations, and/or recent supervisory evaluations.
• Demonstrated success working with diverse (racially, ethnically, socioeconomically) and underserved student and stakeholder communities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and instruct courses in Accounting through in-person, online, hybrid, and other modalities, as appropriate to program needs.
• Be available and accessible to students for purpose of academic consulting and support, in a manner appropriate to meet student needs, through a combination of scheduled office hours, e-mail accessibility or other effective means of responsive and timely communication.
• Work collaboratively, strategically, and respectfully with diverse colleagues, students, and community members.
• Be committed to advancing diversity, promoting equity, and preparing students to live responsibly in an increasingly global civilization.
• Utilize evidence based instructional practices in the developing course syllabi, handouts, and materials supporting the instructional process.
• Communicate expectations and establish clear grading criteria through appropriate instructional means, including but not limited to evaluating student progress and providing clear, timely feedback.
• Participate in district, division, department, or general faculty meetings; in-service training; curriculum development; academic consulting; workshops or seminars; service on district or college councils or committees, or other activities within the scope of the position.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the community college mission and values and how SFCC advances them.
• Comply with state and federal law applicable to professional duties and responsibilities; follows established procedures in areas such as printing, turning in grades, bookstore orders, office support, student financial aid requirements, safety and health issues and related administrative processes.
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions.
• Complies with district policy, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statute and collective bargaining agreements.
• Support and advance the Spokane Colleges strategic plan.
• Work evenings, alternative schedules, summer or at alternative work locations consistent with the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Advise student clubs or associations.
• Instruct courses in related disciplines based upon individual qualifications and expertise.
• Advocate for Accounting and/or the Business department on campus and in the community.
• Be committed to serving, advising, and mentoring a socially and culturally diverse student population.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board
• TIAA-Cref retirement plan or WA State Retirement Plan
• leave accruals and usage are governed by the faculty master contract.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level