Description A full-time, 9-month instructional faculty position in Accounting is available with a preferred start date of January 4, 2027, and a possible alternative start of August 4, 2027. A master’s degree in Accounting is preferred; a bachelors degree in Accounting is required. For applicants with MBA degrees, a concentration in Accounting is required. Previous collegiate-level teaching and expertise in taxation and cost accounting is strongly preferred, with professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) being desirable. Applicants should submit copies of transcripts along with other requested documents. The successful candidate will use a learner-centered approach to teaching that incorporates active learning strategies and technology to enhance student learning. Primary duties include in-person and online teaching; curriculum and course development; student academic advising; assessment of student learning; maintaining strong relationships industry partners; and participation in college-wide initiatives. Research is not a requirement. Desirable candidates will possess strong interpersonal and technology skills, ability to work in teams, and be flexible to teach day or evening hours and at the College’s locations, primarily Springfield and Beavercreek, as needed. Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position, centered at the Springfield main campus, reports to the Dean of the School of Business and Applied and works closely with the Accounting program coordinator. Position will remain open until filled. Faculty Standards
All faculty are required to:
- Participate in scheduled institutional meetings and activities
- Participate in program and College accreditation, curriculum development, and program assessment
- Assist in the formulation of school objectives and goals
- Serve on at least one faculty or All-College Committee annually (after the first year of hire)
- Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to student and institutional need
- Participate in student and/or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of the College
- Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post- secondary institutions
- Maintain collegial relationships with other college personnel
The duties of a faculty member fall into three categories: Teaching, Professional Development, and Service. Duties are categorized below, though responsibilities vary and change based on the needs of each academic program.
Teaching/Learning Successful teaching in a learner-centered environment requires knowledge as well as the ability to design, implement, manage, and assess courses taught in a variety of instructional modes. Each faculty member is required to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the subject area(s)
- Use instructional and discipline specific technology
- Design courses that effectively meet student and curricular needs
- Accommodate students with varying backgrounds and learning styles
- Develop and use syllabi within College/School guidelines
- Deliver course content successfully
- Participate in the assessment of student learning and program review
- Manage courses ensuring students receive regular feedback and college reports are submitted in a timely fashion
- Meet all classes or provide appropriate alternatives
- Provide external support for students and through cooperation with student services offices
- Maintain professional relationships with students
Professional Growth As a professional educator, the faculty member shall continue to grow and develop as an educator and as a member of the profession through formal and/or informal activities, which increase knowledge and enhance teaching ability.
Service to the College and Community As a member of a learning community, faculty members are expected to contribute to the life of the College. Their activities advance the goals and image of one’s program, School, and the College as a whole.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee is often required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and far vision and the ability to adjust focus.
*Please provide at least three professional references. Personal references will not be contacted.*
Benefits
Clark State College strives to provide our eligible employees with industry-leading benefits at a competitive cost. Benefits include:
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Short-Term Disability
- Basic Life/AD&D-Group
- Critical Illness
- Accident
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Benefits Broker
- State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS)
- School Employees' Retirement System (SERS)
- Ohio Public Employees Deferred Compensation
- 403 (b) & 457 (b)
- Tuition Reimbursement/Institutional Fee Benefit