Adjunct Instructor- Financial Accounting (Main Campus – St. Louis, MO)
Job Description
In keeping with our mission and vision statement, Maryville University actively seeks adjunct faculty members who are experts in their fields and have a passion for teaching. Adjunct faculty are an integral part of the University’s learning community.
The John E. Simon School of Business is accepting applications for academically/professionally qualified adjunct faculty members to teach Financial Accounting during the Spring 2025 semester. There are three separate course sections that the department is seeking to staff and welcome applications from candidates interested in teaching one or more of these sections. The courses will be conducted face-to-face on our main campus and are scheduled during regular business hours. Applicants will need to have reliable transportation as well as the flexibility to teach during regular business hours.
Course Information
ACCT-210-01 Financial Accounting
1/13/2025 – 5/4/2025
Mondays & Wednesdays 9:30 – 10:45am CT
ACCT-210-04 Financial Accounting
1/13/2025 – 5/4/2025
Mondays & Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:45pm CT
ACCT-210-05 Financial Accounting
1/13/2025 – 5/4/2025
Wednesdays & Fridays 9:30 – 10:45am CT
Description: This course develops a foundational understanding of the impact of business events on financial statements by providing working knowledge of basic accounting theory and concepts. Topics include the role of accounting in decision making; the recording procedures that accountants use to organize information for financial statement preparation; and analytical tools and accounting principles to aid in reading and interpreting financial statements.
Prerequisites: ISYS-100 and MATH-116 or higher (excludes MATH-141)
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:
- Must be committed to fostering a culturally diverse atmosphere.
- Teach assigned course as specified in the schedule and course contract.
- Participate in welcome orientation to become familiar with the University’s mission, academic policies and procedures, expectations, and Canvas (Learning Management System).
- Prepare essential lesson plans and assignments, develop course syllabus.
- Clearly communicate course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, assignments and deadlines, using available technology with Canvas.
- Employ a variety of teaching styles in order to effectively deliver course content demonstrating both academic and real-world applications of concepts covered.
- Encourage active learning through discussion topics, class assignments, group projects, etc.
- Provide feedback and grade assignments in a timely and thorough manner.
- Establish times outside of class to assist students with additional questions and concerns.
- Report early alerts for students who are not actively engaging in the course.
- Additional duties, as assigned, will vary based on course(s) taught.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Accounting or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
- Relevant certifications pertaining to the accounting field (e.g., CPA).
- Willingness and ability to learn new academic technology and engaged pedagogy to facilitate student learning.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctorate with at least 15 graduate hours in Accounting or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
- Teaching experience and relevant experience in the field.
Physical Demands
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background screening.
Applicants requiring University sponsorship to obtain employment authorization will not be considered for this position.
Maryville University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruiting, hiring, training, on-the-job treatment, promotion, layoff, and termination.
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