What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Instructor - Tenure-Track position at Shoreline Community College?
Salary : See Position Description
Location : Shoreline Community College, WA
Job Type : Faculty
Job Number : TT-Acc25
Department : Social Sciences - Business
Division : Accounting
Opening Date : 12 / 17 / 2024
Position Summary
Date of First Consideration : February 16, 2025
Applications received by the date of consideration will have priority in the review process, noting the position will remain open until a final hire is made in the event a return for review of late applications is needed.
Salary Range : $67,820 to $77,156 per 172-day academic year contract, dependent upon education / experience
- This position qualifies for $ 6,933 / year in high demand supplemental salary in addition to the annual contract amount above
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Help students master skills that are in demand across accounting fields and gain foundational knowledge of broader business concepts. Our students learn to analyze financial information and apply practical accounting practices across business structures. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will advise students, assist with assessment of current instructional methods, develop programs and curricula, participate in Shoreline governance, department, division and campus-related professional activities, and industry-focused advisory meetings. Additionally, this position is expected to support and advise (along with other unit faculty) for the Shoreline Community College chapter of DECA. The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching accounting courses including Financial and Managerial Accounting. NOTE : An on-campus presence is required for this position.
Faculty at Shoreline will have an array of students from differing programs in their classroom, including professional technical and university transfers. Shoreline seeks a candidate that can identify and mitigate the barriers to success that many students face and be passionate about creating an equitable learning environment that supports success for all students. As such, candidate response to the supplemental questions below will be the first criteria of consideration.
Qualifications
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Conditions of Employment
Physical Work Environment
The College is currently in mixed (both in-person and online) operations, with the option of some assignments to be completed in an online environment based on program or area needs. If authorized by the College for remote (online) instruction, faculty will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs. For on-campus in-person instruction, work is usually performed in a classroom / office space that requires standing and / or sitting for extended periods of time. Faculty typically use computers and media equipment in the work environment.
Term Of Employment / Salary
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Other Conditions :
Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship / status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit :
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at .
In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Shoreline CC does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. This position is overtime exempt.
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.
Faculty positions are represented by the American Federation of Teachers Local #1950.
Classified positions are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.
ADMINISTRATIVE EXEMPT, CLASSIFIED, AND FULL-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
Comprehensive Benefits Packages
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Optional Flexible Medical Spending Account (FSA)
Optional Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
Optional SRA Tax Annuities
Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
Optional Home / Auto Insurance with Liberty Mutual
Optional Credit Union participation
Optional GET (Guaranteed Education Tuition) Program
Tuition Waiver
Various Professional Development & Wellness Programs
Health Insurance
Employee premiums for health insurance range depending on the plan and dependents covered.
One value managed-care plan
Three preferred provider options
Two CDHP options
Dental Insurance
Employees have three dental plans to choose from.
One preferred provider dental plan
Life Insurance
Life Insurance overview :
Optional coverage for spouse, children, supplemental, optional, and additional accidental death and dismemberment coverage - all at additional cost to the employee
Long-term Disability Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance overview :
Optional Coverage : 90 day waiting period, 60% of gross pay - tax free (retirement plan still continues)
Retirement Plans
Teacher's Retirement System (TRS) - Plan 3. Available for those who have been enrolled and vested in the past
State Board Retirement Plan administered through TIAA-CREF - full time faculty and administrative / exempt positions eligible to participate.
The Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) manages health, dental, life, and long term disability insurance. The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services administers Shoreline's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
PART-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
A part time faculty member becomes eligible for benefits at the beginning of the second consecutive quarter of half time or more employment at one or more Washington state institutions of higher education. Spring and fall quarters are considered consecutive quarters for benefits eligibility. Half time is determined based on each institution's definition of full time.
A part time faculty member must qualify each quarter they teach to maintain eligibility. Once eligible, part time faculty will be notified of their benefit and retirement options.
Describe your experience and / or background with the following (max. 500 words) : - Experience teaching / mentoring Black, Latinx and / or Asian Pacific Islander students. - Experience integrating culturally relevant and inclusive resources within assigned pedagogy- Experience addressing instructional barriers to educational or other success for marginalized students / individuals- Experience supporting diversity, equity, and belonging in a higher education or other environment
Can you describe your approach to teaching complex accounting concepts to students who may not have a strong background in accounting? Please provide an example of how you have successfully explained a difficult topic in the past.
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Salary : $67,820 - $77,156
