Accounting Faculty Member

About Holyoke Community College

Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi‑million‑dollar, 135‑acre campus equipped with state‑of‑the‑art technology and specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually and offers a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college’s strongest assets are an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students, and a commitment to pursue even greater success.

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Kindness, inclusion, and trust are the foundation of our work. Innovation and collaboration enable us to explore and implement ideas that will shape our future.

For this Accounting Faculty position we seek an educator passionate about teaching—whether on‑site, online, or in a hybrid format—who brings real‑world accounting experience to life for students.

• Develop innovative methods for teaching accounting and business‑related courses such as Principles of Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Computerized Accounting, and Principles of Business.
• Expected to teach in all and any combination of modalities—On Site, Online, and Hybrid—with emphasis on site.
• Utilize active learning methods and a variety of instructional strategies designed to assist the learner in meeting course objectives in a variety of modalities. Activities include cooperative project‑based learning, experiential learning (community based learning), technology‑enhanced learning, and critical thinking initiatives.
• Participate in curriculum development and continuous improvement to meet current industry standards and credential requirements. Remain abreast of ongoing developments and practices in professional content area.
• Integrate computer technology and relevant accounting software (e.g., Quick Books, Excel, data analytics tools, and artificial intelligence) into coursework as appropriate.
• Provide student advising on academic, career, and transfer opportunities aligned with Business Department pathways.
• Collaborate with colleagues within the department, across divisions, and through College Governance Committees and task forces.
• Contribute to program assessment, general education outcomes assessment, and student learning outcomes initiatives.
• Work with the department to build community, internship, and university transfer partnerships; engage in enrollment, retention, and outreach activities; pursue grant opportunities and other sustainability projects; actively participate in department, division, and professional staff meetings; participate in college programs and activities including holding office hours to support student success; support student learning goals by focusing on outcomes, accommodating individual differences, and maintaining academic integrity, fostering inclusive learning environments, and promoting HCC’s mission and values.

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a closely related field.
• Certified Public Accountant or other relevant professional certification.
• Experience designing and teaching engaging courses, including online, hybrid, or in‑person formats.
• Demonstrated ability to apply inclusive, student‑centered teaching practices and varied pedagogical strategies.
• Ability to integrate technology into instruction, including Quick Books and other accounting and business applications.
• Willingness to teach across multiple modalities (on‑campus, hybrid, and online).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to the mission of the community college.
• Demonstrated success teaching and mentoring a diverse student population.

• Post‑Master’s credits or doctoral degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in community college teaching and online course delivery.
• Experience teaching introductory and advanced accounting courses.
• Experience using advanced accounting software and data analytics tools.
• Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary instruction within the Business Department.
• Experience fostering partnerships with community organizations or local…