Business Technology Adjunct Faculty

Business Technology Adjunct Faculty

Salary: $1,000 per credit
* Department: Business & Information Technology
Reports to: Interim Dean of BIT

Olympic College seeks faculty who are dedicated to student‑centered learning and to fostering an equitable and inclusive educational environment. The adjunct position will teach Business Technology accounting course(s) in accordance with the college catalog and departmental guidelines, contingent upon skill requirements in one or more of the following areas:
Computerized Accounting, Payroll Accounting, Accounting Simulations, Quick Books, Individual Taxation, Practical Fund Accounting, Taxation for Business, and Taxation Simulations. Other classes within Business Technology include Business Correspondence, Business English, and MS Office Suite Technology. The adjunct faculty member must be able to teach in a variety of formats, including face‑to‑face, hybrid, hyflex, or online. Experience using Canvas as the learning management system and/or the willingness to learn it is of importance.

• Provide quality teaching including related preparation and grading.
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.
• Maintain and provide accurate and complete course and student records in a professional and timely manner.
• Availability to teach day and/or evening classes using the following modalities:
  Face‑to‑Face, online, hybrid/hyflex.
• Maintain clear and punctual communication with students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, education, computer applications or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of successful professional experience in a business‑related field including finance, accounting, and tax preparation.
• Proficient with the technology necessary to teach online or partially online courses and the ability to learn and use instructional technology such as Canvas.

• Master’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Three years of successful college teaching experience.
• Competency‑based curriculum development experience.

• Impart excitement and enthusiasm towards course content and the educational experience.
• Use a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success.
• Demonstrate a commitment to teach and assist students with little or no background, as well as the experienced student desiring to further their careers.
• Utilize a variety of assessment activities to evaluate student learning and achievement.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning‑centered climate.
• Demonstrate success incorporating accessibility and special needs accommodations.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the classroom and with other professionals to maintain effective and positive working relationships.
• Collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students as part of an educational team.
• Incorporate the use of technology in the delivery of course content and services, including the use of the College approved learning management system.

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered. Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of employment. Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits. This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis.

Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes,…