Bookkeeping & Business Instructor; Part-Time, In-Person

Location: Claim Academy, St. Louis, MO
Job Type: Part-Time, Contractor
Schedule: Daytime (Flexible weekly hours)

Claim Academy is seeking an experienced and dynamic Bookkeeping & Business Instructor to teach, mentor, and prepare students for success as certified Quick Books professionals and entrepreneurs. The ideal candidate will guide students through bookkeeping fundamentals, Quick Books certification, and the key steps to launching their own business. This is a unique opportunity to empower students with the knowledge and skills to not only master bookkeeping but also start, promote, and grow a successful freelance business.

• Teach in-person classes at Claim Academy covering foundational bookkeeping principles,
  Quick Books Desktop/Online mastery, and business start‑up strategies.
• Prepare students for the Quick Books Certification Exam, providing hands‑on training, real‑world examples, and practice materials.
• Instruct students on how to start their own bookkeeping business
  , including legal setup, branding, and building business infrastructure.
• Guide students on how to find clients: teaching lead generation, networking strategies, and how to tap into various online platforms for freelance work.
• Train students on how to promote their services through digital marketing (social media, SEO basics, and website creation) and traditional marketing techniques.
• Equip students with skills to price their services appropriately, manage clients, and scale their freelance or small business operation.
• Provide ongoing mentorship and support for students as they develop business plans and strategies.
• Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and adjust teaching methods as necessary to ensure student success.
• Foster an engaging, interactive, and supportive classroom environment that encourages student participation and professional development.

• Proven experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or a related field (minimum 3‑5 years).
• Certified Quick Books Pro Advisor or equivalent certification.
• Entrepreneurial experience: Must have successfully started, grown, and/or operated a small business or worked as a freelancer, especially in bookkeeping or related services.
• Prior teaching or training experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of business setup processes
  , including legal structures, business planning, and client management.
• Knowledge of digital marketing tools and strategies to promote services online, such as SEO, social media, and website management.
• Ability to inspire and coach students on how to transition from employees to entrepreneurs or freelancers
  .
• Excellent communication, mentoring, and presentation skills
  .
• Passion for student success and ability to provide practical, actionable advice on business‑building strategies.

Compensation: Competitive hourly or contract‑based pay, commensurate with experience.

• Part‑Time, In‑Person
• Daytime classes with flexible scheduling.
• Approximately 2‑3 days per week, 3‑4 hours per session.

Claim Academy
4356 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO

Interested candidates should submit their resume
, a brief cover letter
, and any relevant teaching or entrepreneurial experience to:
Email: careers
Phone:  ext 106

Help aspiring professionals gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to build their own businesses and succeed as certified Quick Books specialists and entrepreneurs. Join our team at Claim Academy!