Online Adjunct Professor - Accounting

Online Part-Time Accounting Instructor

Bryant & Stratton College Online Division is seeking instructors to teach various levels of accounting courses. Instructors will facilitate a learning environment that supports the college mission and visions statements, fosters engagement by using the various teaching methodologies adopted by the college, use the most effective technologies, and have the ability to support the students at all stages of their degree.

Skills and Requirements

The knowledge, skills, and abilities to teach accounting in an online asynchronous environment. The ability to identify and support all learning styles with various teaching methodologies. Critical thinking skills to identify and resolve issues that impact the students successful completion of a course. Strong time management and performance management skills. Strong communication skills - written and oral.

Qualified Candidates

Qualified candidates must possess one of the following credentials:

• A masters degree in Accounting • A masters degree in field (e.g. MBA, MS Management) with a bachelors degree in Accounting • A masters degree (any field) with a valid CPA license

Preferred Requirements

At least one-year experience working in an accounting role or a position that does accounting functions. At least one year of teaching experience. Experience working in a Learning Management System (LMS). Preferably Blackboard. Use of some technology for feedback & student engagement preferred (video recording, audio recording, inline comments, Microsoft Teams, etc.)

To be Considered for a Part-Time Position

Applicants are required to submit the following items with the application:

Resume/CV PhD (if applicable), Masters, and Bachelors unofficial transcripts At least 3 professional references (be sure to include phone numbers and email addresses)

During the application process, please be sure to upload all of these documents under the documents section.

Job Responsibilities

As a Bryant & Stratton College Online adjunct instructor, you will support the college mission and vision by facilitating an active virtual learning classroom through alternative delivery methodologies. Instructors will maintain contemporary knowledge and skills in their discipline to support their expected classroom responsibilities. Instructors will participate in departmental, campus-wide, and college-wide activities to support the needs of the student population and the Online Education team.

Classroom Preparation & Performance

Prepare course(s) assigned in Blackboard with required elements by the designated deadline.

Throughout each session, provide approximately 12-14 hours per week of instruction over the course of five days each week, per course. This includes facilitating discussion, grading student work, checking email, engaging in personalized retention efforts and outreach to support student success, and answering student inquiries.

Respond to all outreach (email, text, calls, etc.) from students, supervisors, colleagues, etc. within 48-hours. This includes responding to inquires in the "Ask Your Instructor" forum in each section.

Facilitating Discussion

Facilitate discussion with substantive, high-quality posts, higher-order questioning, and supplemental resources, ensuring minimum participation in discussion of at least three days each week (including Weeks 1 & 7.5).

Respond to 100% of students initial posts within the designated weekly timeframe.

Substantive responses must include personalized comments and ask a higher-level thinking question whenever possible.

Closing the Loop

Close the loop after asking questions and receiving responses from students.

A requirement is to post in discussion early in the week (with some posts and replies made by Wednesday) and then show an engaging presence again in the middle and end of the week. A week-opening post should include supplemental material and/or EQ(s) from the supplemental syllabus.

Demonstrating the Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education

Demonstrate the ability to apply the Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education, which will be evaluated through informal and formal observations annually. These observations are completed using tools such as midsession checks, yearly formal evaluations, etc.

The seven principles are:

• Encourage contact between students and faculty • Develop reciprocity and cooperation among students • Encourage active learning • Give prompt feedback • Emphasize time on task • Communicate high expectations • Respect diverse talents and ways of learning

Ensuring Grading and Feedback

Ensure the grade book is updated each week no later than Thursday at 11:59 pm, ET for Weeks 1-6, and 9 am ET Thursday after the last day of class for Weeks 7 and 7.5.

Review student work, adhere to grading rubrics, and provide detailed, individualized feedback.

If grading is completed early in the week, review the grade book again before the grading deadline to ensure all submissions have been graded and zeroes have been reverted (if applicable).

Ensuring Zeroes and Late Work

Ensure zeroes are entered weekly for students who do not submit assignment(s) by the due date.

Late work needs to be graded when completing the next round of grading in the class to ensure students have an accurate picture of their standing in the class. It is not to be left until the end of the course.

Meeting Final Grades Deadline

Meet final grades deadline for each course each session, which is Thursday after the last day of class at 9:00 am ET.

Meeting with FAs and/or PMs

Meet with FAs and/or PMs as requested, for coaching, performance improvement, and/or professional development.

Utilizing Retention Tools

Utilize provided retention tools weekly from Weeks 2-7 to monitor at-risk students, communicate with students and their advisors (observers), and document outreach attempts.

Utilizing Active Learning Strategies

Utilize active learning strategies, authentic assessment, and APA guidelines in the classroom.

Encouraging Student Participation

Encourage student usage of electronic portfolio assignments to support the teaching and learning outcomes of the college.

Following College Policies

Follow the colleges plagiarism policy to promote academic integrity in all courses, no matter what level or subject matter.

Understanding College Rigor Standards

Understand the colleges rigor standards, active learning strategies, best practices in Online teaching, and Blooms Taxonomy standards and be able to apply them to the classroom.

Complying with Student ADA Accommodations

Comply with all student ADA accommodations provided by the ADA Coordinator.

Administrative Requirements Outside of Teaching

Maintain current knowledge of teaching disciplines/fields of study and best practices in distance education through professional development opportunities and provide documentation to B&SC as required.

Participating in Faculty Meetings

Participate in all required live and asynchronous faculty meetings to stay eligible for scheduling in the upcoming sessions (course assignments are based on student enrollment and are never guaranteed).

Participating in Campus-Wide Initiatives

Participate in campus-wide initiatives in support of retention and persistence to graduation goals.

Completing Required Workshops/Seminars

Complete all required workshops/seminars as necessitated by management.

Qualifications

Masters Degree; Preferred earned PhD Degree.

Three (3) years experience in education at the college level within the last ten (10) years; instruction in educational theory.

Expertise in the areas in which they teach.

Demonstrated leadership skills, integrity, and ethical practice with emphasis on problem solving, conflict management/resolution, adaptability, creativity, and sensitivity to diversity.

Willingness to self-assess, take feedback, and incorporate results into practice.

Ability to recognize and proactively address areas of opportunity and challenge.

Documented management experience in an educational setting.

Proven administrative, evaluative, analytical, strategic thinking and organizational skills.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Internet applications.

Proficiency with other technologies currently used in Nursing profession.

Proven ability to function as a member of a team within established college, state, federal, and accrediting/approval agency regulations, policies and procedures.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position requires standing or sitting in a stationary position as well as the occasional need to lift, carry, push, and/or move objects up to 10 pounds.

Position also requires the use of computer technology/equipment.

Position requires the ability to hear conversations and receive information in person and over the telephone.

Position requires the ability to convey detailed and important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.

Application Process

Please complete an application, and upload a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, copies of license, and teaching philosophy for consideration.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position reflects a comprehensive evaluation of multiple factors that influence compensation determinations, encompassing considerations such as degree level, professional licenses, certifications, and various organizational requirements.

Its important to note that the disclosed range estimate may not account for potential geographical variations linked to the location where the position is filled or the number of students per class.

At Bryant & Stratton College, it is uncommon for individuals to be brought on board at or close to the upper limit of the compensation range assigned to their respective roles. Compensation decisions are always contingent on the unique circumstances and specific details of each individual case.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.