Adjunct Faculty - Accounting

Tennessee Board of Regents • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

This is a part-time, Adjunct Faculty position in the Business and Legal Studies Department at Southwest Tennessee Community College. The position involves coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities. The instructor is responsible for performing assigned teaching duties during the day, evening, or weekend on any Southwest Tennessee Community College campus. Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department chair when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. At the time of application, applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume/CV, references list, statement of teaching philosophy, and an unofficial transcript.

Requirements

• 18 graduate semester hours in Accounting and a Master's degree or a Master's degree with a major in Accounting.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of current teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student-centered learning.
• Experience interacting successfully with an ever-growing student population.
• Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Ability to integrate technology into course delivery.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach classes using various instructional delivery methods at any of the six locations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers instruction on the topics related to Accounting.
• Compiles, administers, evaluates and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, tests, and papers fairly and consistently.
• Keeps students informed about their progress through the prompt grading of papers and other work.
• Develops curricula and instructional material such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Maintains office hours for students seeking academic advice.
• Assists in student recruitment and retention.
• Assists students with course-related problems outside of the classroom.
• Maintains accurate student attendance records, grades, and other required records in compliance with federal FERPA regulations.
• Attends all faculty meetings, college assemblies, professional development and orientation activities, and other meetings as called by the President, Dean or Department Chair.
• Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
• Participates in departmental and college committees; and provides outreach service to the community.
• May perform other duties as assigned by Department Head/Dean.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as outlined on the college's HR benefits overview page.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees