Accounting Instructor

Understands, develops, and provides a learning environment that supports diversity and incorporates a sensitivity to diversity into the workplace Actively participates in the retention and recruitment of students Embraces appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions; understands and utilizes available technology as communication and data gathering tools and integrates technology into curriculum and classroom presentations Instructs a variety of financial/managerial/tax/computerized accounting and business management courses, including; class activities development and implementation, class administration, and evaluation of students’ work development Revises and updates courses and instructional materials; develops new courses as needed Participates in curriculum improvement and development Advises students in academic program requirements; assists with registration procedures; recruits students as appropriate Meets all scheduled and special classes – day and evening; posts and maintains office hours Communicates in a timely manner with students Maintains records of grades and attendance; reports individual academic grades when required Maintains college facilities and equipment Maintains technical skills current within the industry; keeps up to date on technological changes and development within the subject area Confers with other staff members and assists in the successful operation of the department Participates as an active and effective member of the accounting program, college, and business community; works in a cooperative manner with other people in the department and college Attends staff meetings and participates in designated committee work Promotes positive image of college and college programs Develops and maintains contacts with the community and professional organizations Functions as a life-long learner Applies the College’s values for teaching and learning: Creates a learning climate of mutual respect and fairness Encourages creative and critical thinking Actively engages individuals in the learning process Facilitates learning that applies to and enriches lives Clarifies expectations and encourages student responsibility for learning Promotes learning as a lifelong process Performs other related duties as assigned Application Packet Must Include:Chemeketa application Cover letter Current resume Three letters of reference (within 3 yrs) Transcripts from an accredited institution (official or unofficial at time of application) Supplemental Question:  In less than 2 pages, please provide a statement of your teaching philosophy How to Apply

Only complete packets will be reviewed by the screening committee. It is important that your application clearly indicate that you meet the minimum qualification for the position. Please include enough relevant training and experience to demonstrate that you possess the minimum qualifications.

Application material may be faxed and must be received by the application deadline. However, a signed hard copy of the application must be received by the Human Resources Department upon hire. (The Human Resources Department will not confirm receipt of application material and is not responsible for material not completely transmitted.)Application Deadline

Open until finalists are selected, initial screening to begin after April 11, 2008 by 5 p.m. All materials must be received in the Human Resources Department on the Salem Campus.

Chemeketa Community College
Human Resources Department
PO Box 14007
Salem, OR 97309-7070
503.399.5009 (phone)
503.399.7810 (fax)Terms of Employment

100 percent, 180 day academic year assignment.

Teaching assignment may include evening and weekend courses and the use of non-traditional delivery methodologies, e.g. telecourses, cable television and online/internet courses.  Duty days may fluctuate from the traditional September-June schedule.  Recently hired faculty is expected to participate in a new faculty orientation program.

Must provide official transcript upon hire to support degree and/or course work from an accredited institutionSalary and Benefits

2007/2008 Salary Range $38,378 to $66,994/yr.  Salary placement is subject to contract negotiations.  Newly hired faculty normally begin at Step 3 ($40,789/yr) depending on education and experience.

The college also provides an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to employee and college collective bargaining agreements).  Benefits also include: life, and disability insurance and membership in the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) or Oregon Public Services Retirement Plan (OPSRP).Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related discipline from an accredited institution.  Experience teaching accounting at secondary or college level, and/or relevant work experience in the accounting field.  Ability to work with diverse population. College-level communication skills and computer literate.Preferred Qualifications

Computerized accounting systems experience.  Online teaching experience.  Special licenses: CPA and/or LTC.