Accounting & Business Faculty

Job Title: Accounting & Business Faculty
Location: Indianapolis Lawrence Plainfield
Job Type: Full-time
Classification: F2
Salary Range: $45000
Reports To: Department/Program Chair

*All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial Transcript

Who We Are:

Ivy Tech is Indianas community college and workforce engine delivering: high-quality learning experiences that propel Indianas communities measurable economic return excellence in teaching and industry-aligned credentials of value empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success.

Our Values:

Empathy: We lead with care and connectivity ensuring we meet our students where they are.
Integrity: We act responsibly and ethically in the best interest of our students employees partners institution and the State.
Agility: We move with purpose and adapt to the evolving needs of our students employers and the State.
Impact: We exist to change lives through quality education. Our work strengthens individuals families communities and the future of Indiana.

About the Role:

Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within the Accounting and Business Administration program; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the Colleges mission and strategic plan initiatives; and conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

INSTRUCTION

• Deliver assigned Accounting courses using instructional pedagogy and technology that best support student learning and in accordance with College loading policy course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Develop revise and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials that alignwith course objectives and Accounting program learning outcomes.
• Teach a variety of Accounting courses which may include Financial Accounting Managerial Accounting Payroll Accounting Individual Taxation Corporate Taxation Cost Accounting Auditing Accounting Information Systems Governmental and Nonprofit Accounting Intermediate Accounting and other Accounting-related courses.
• Utilize current accounting software educational technology and instructional resources to enhance student learning.
• Maintain accurate student records attendance grades and required
  documentation.
• Manage aclassroom environment conducive to student learning while adhering to federal state and College safety standards and practices.

• Facilitate student achievement of expected course and program learning outcomes.
• Use the Colleges Learning Management System (Canvas) to facilitate teaching learning assessment communication and student engagement.
• Incorporate current accounting standards regulations professional ethics and industry best practices into instruction.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

• Provide academic coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees
• in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester including the use of advising alerts and early intervention technology.
• Provide appropriate interventions including communication with students referrals to tutoring services academic support resources and other College services.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with Campus expectations and the faculty loading policy outlined in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM).
• Promote student recruitment retention persistence graduation and successful completion of Accounting programs.
• Support students in exploring transfer opportunities CPA pathways industry certifications and accounting career opportunities.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in professional development activities including scheduled training industry engagement conferences workshops certifications and self-study to maintain current instructional and technical knowledge.
• Maintain current knowledge of accounting principles Generally Accepted
• Accounting Principles (GAAP) taxation auditing accounting technologies and applicable regulatory standards.
• Participate in scholarly activities related to Accounting in fulfillment of annual performance plans and professional credential requirements.
• Remain current in contemporary instructional practices digital technologies and emerging accounting software utilized by business and industry.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

• Participate in community service activities that strengthen relationships between the College and its service area.
• Develop partnerships with businesses accounting firms government agencies nonprofit organizations and industry professionals to support internships experiential learning advisory committees and workforce development.
• Collaborate with community partners to promote Accounting education and career pathways.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

• Provide institutional support through participation on committees task forces accreditation activities assessment initiatives and grant-funded projects.
• Support Corporate College and Ivy Tech Foundation initiatives.
• Attend commencement ceremonies and participate as assigned by regional administration.
• Participate in College-wide campus departmental divisional and faculty
• meetings.
• Participate in career services alumni engagement recruitment activities and community outreach events.
• Assist the Department Chair with program planning curriculum review scheduling assessment advisory committees and other program management activities.
• Adhere to College policies regional academic procedures accreditation requirements and faculty expectations.

The above list of duties is not intended to be exhaustive. Other duties associated with this position may be assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to Accounting instruction including Learning Management Systems Microsoft Office applications accounting software and instructional technology.
• Must meet faculty credential requirements as outlined in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 07.01.00) for Accounting faculty.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A qualified faculty member in Accounting meets the program standard through one of the following routes:

1. Possesses an earned masters degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in Accounting;

OR

2. Possesses an earned related or out-of-field masters degree from a regionally accredited institution with documented 18 graduate semester credit hours in Accounting beyond the introductory principles level;

OR

3. Possesses an earned related or out-of-field masters degree from a regionally accredited institution with documentation in two or more of the following:

• In-field professional certification (national regional or state) such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or other recognized accounting credential.
• Three years of in-field professional employment in Accounting or a closely related profession.
• Documented evidence of teaching excellence.
• Documentation of research and publication in the Accounting field.
• Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelors degree equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework continuing education units (CEUs) vendor training or military training.

OR

4. Possesses an earned bachelors degree in Accounting from a regionally accredited institution with documentation in two or more of the following:

• In-field professional certification (CPA CMA CIA CFE or equivalent).
• Two years of professional Accounting experience.
• Documented evidence of teaching excellence.
• Documentation of research and publication in the Accounting field.
• Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelors degree equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework CEUs vendor training or military training.

OR

5. Possesses an earned bachelors degree in a related business field from a regionally accredited institution with an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential.

Business Administration Credentialed Options

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A qualified faculty member in Business Administration meets the program standard through one of four routes:

1. Possesses an earned masters degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in business administration business education public administration management marketing or a business- administration-related field as appropriate to the program);

OR

2. Possesses an earned related or out-of-field masters degree from a regionally accredited institution with documented 18 post-secondary semester /27 quarter credit hours or equivalent of courses beyond the introductory principle(s) level in business administration public administration management marketing or a business- administration-related field as appropriate to the program;

OR

3. Possesses an earned related or out-of-field masters degree from a regionally accredited institution with documentation in two or more of the following:

• or In-field national regional or state professional certification (does not include teaching license or certificate)
• or Three years of in-field professional employment in the industry (teaching in the area is not considered in-field professional employment).
• or Documentation of research and publication in the field
• or Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelors degree equivalent to 15 semester/22 quarter credit hours 0 equivalent subject matter coursework CEUs vendor or military training.

OR

4. Possesses an earned bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution in business administration public administration management marketing or a business- administration-related field as appropriate to the program with documentation in two or more of the following:

Preferred candidates will also possess:

• Prior college-level teaching experience.
• Experience teaching face-to-face hybrid and online courses.
• Experience using Canvas or another Learning Management System.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks Sage or other enterprise accounting systems.
• Excellent communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success and continuous improvement.

BENEFITS
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being growth and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution.
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and orthodontia coverage.
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling legal consultations financial planning and additional resources.
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn Wellness Rewards.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution fully vested after two years.
• College-paid basic life insurance equal to annual salary.
• Optional supplemental life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees spouses and dependent children.
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate graduate and doctoral programs.
• Paid professional development opportunities.

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid vacation sick leave holidays and winter recess.
• Flexible work arrangements where available.
• Paid childbirth recovery leave.
• Paid parental leave.

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Discounts on gym memberships transportation and retail services.
• Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health your family and your future. For more information visit the lvy Tech Benefits website.
• Note: Employees who rehire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

SALARY & CONTRACT

• This position is on a nine-month academic year contract. Additional contracts for the summer months may be available dependent on enrollment.
• The salary for this position at an F2 rank is $45000 for a nine-month contract.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

• lvy Tech Community College is an accredited Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity national origin marital status religion sex gender sexual orientation gender identity disability age veteran status or any other protected status under applicable law.
• Consistent with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex including sexual harassment in its educational programs activities admissions or employment. Questions regarding Title IX may be directed to the Colleges Title IX Coordinator or the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

*All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial Transcript

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being growth and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions legal consultations financial planning consultations and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees spouses and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate graduate and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

WorkLife Balance

• Generous paid time off including vacation sick leave holidays and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships transportation and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health your family and your futurebecause when our employees thrive our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits visit Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity national origin marital status religion sex gender sexual orientation gender identity disability age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the Colleges Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.