Faculty Tutor III- Accounting (Part-time) Pool

Houston Community College • Houston, TX

6d

About The Position

Provide expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses according to accepted higher education standards, teach students using effective methodologies, and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The instructional faculty role encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development, and institutional and community service. Faculty are expected to teach a full load each semester as defined in the Faculty Workload Guidelines and demonstrate expertise and experience in classroom teaching. Teaching may be assigned at various District locations, including partner school districts, and in face-to-face, hybrid, synchronous or asynchronous online, or combined modalities.

The role includes delivering and improving instruction; developing syllabi and course materials; assessing and reporting student progress; advising and supporting students; pursuing professional development; and contributing to institutional, community, program, and accreditation activities. The faculty member will work collaboratively with HCC engineering technology programs and the West Houston Center Director, and assist with ABET accreditation and quality in course offerings consistent with ABET standards. A CPA license is preferred, and the faculty member is expected to earn the license within one year of the employment start date.

Requirements

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Accounting from an accredited institution.
• Three years of non-teaching accounting experience.
• Ability to teach all accounting courses.
• Working knowledge of multimedia instructional systems.
• Knowledge of computers used in support of Accounting Programs and/or experience conducting accounting seminars.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.
• Willingness and ability to teach day or evening classes at multiple sites around the city.
• Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse professional, community, and student populations.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and to students with disabilities.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
• Self-discipline and ability to effectively manage others.
• Copy of transcript conferring the required degree and certification(s) must accompany the application.
• Expected to earn a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license within one year from the employment start date.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• One year of college-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach accounting courses and demonstrate skill and knowledge in the discipline.
• Continuously improve instruction by reviewing and using innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
• Develop and use course or laboratory syllabi consistent with college, discipline, and departmental guidelines, and submit a copy to the department chair.
• Plan and use varied teaching methods and materials suited to course objectives and students with differing backgrounds and learning styles.
• Evaluate student progress toward course objectives and communicate progress in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit reports, forms, grades, attendance rosters, and other required items on time.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend textbooks and learning materials.
• Teach at varied times and locations, including dual-credit sections at partner school districts, and in face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities.
• Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously and, where appropriate, assist with routine instructional laboratory maintenance.
• Use classroom technology competently and explore new instructional methodologies.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community; provide student access through office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.
• Advise and assist students on instructional and program-specific issues and take on academic advising activities as requested by the Chair/Director.
• Present information about academic fields and programs, transfer and career opportunities, activities, and support services.
• Set annual professional growth objectives with the department chair, keep current with developments in the discipline, learn and apply technologies that support student learning, and participate in evaluation processes.
• Collaborate with HCC engineering technology programs and the West Houston Center Director on conferences, meetings, workshops, and STEM outreach activities.
• Assist with ABET accreditation and maintain quality in course offerings consistent with ABET standards.
• Participate in institutional service activities, discipline and program meetings, department/college/system meetings and committees, student and community activities, and accreditation-related work.
• Follow HCCS policies and procedures and participate in college planning, including departmental goals and budget priorities.
• Review and revise curricula and practices for compliance with professional standards, state requirements, business and industry needs, and higher education requirements.
• Assist with articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level