Adjunct Instructor- Accounting

Job Description

Job Description

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor- Accounting.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY

Fort Valley State University's Department of Business Administration invites applications and nominations for part-time positions in Accounting.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Teach accounting classes and demonstrate subject-matter expertise and instructional competence.
• Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by applying innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
• Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory according to college, departmental, and discipline guidelines, and submit one copy to the department chair.
• Plan, develop, and apply a variety of innovative teaching methods and materials to help students meet course objectives and learning outcomes.
• Adapt instructional approaches to meet the needs of students with different educational backgrounds, experiences, and learning styles.
• Evaluate student performance to measure progress toward learning objectives and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit required reports and forms within established deadlines.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend appropriate textbooks and learning materials for accounting courses.
• Assist the department chair, when appropriate, with routine maintenance of instructional laboratories.
• Show interest and competence in the use of classroom technology and demonstrate a willingness to explore new instructional methods.
• Submit all grades, attendance rosters, and other required documents by designated deadlines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of eighteen (18) graduate credit hours in Accounting from an accredited business school
• At least three (3) years of teaching experience at the university level
• Experience teaching in both face-to-face and online modalities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations, peer reviews, teaching awards)
• Relevant industry or business experience in the field of Accounting.

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .