Visiting Instructor; Accounting - Part Time

Position: Visiting Instructor (Accounting) - Part Time
Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a part-time, two-semester Visiting Instructor position in the Department of Business and Economics to begin August 15, 2026. This is a unique opportunity to step out of your professional career and share your expertise with motivated undergraduate students at a leading liberal arts college.

Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States. Gustavus will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. Gustavus is not an e-verify institution.

Employment Type:

Part-Time; $5,000 per 4-credit course (a total of $15,000 for three courses with potential signing bonus for qualified applicants);
Exempt (Salaried);
In-Person Instruction

Position Overview

* Teach 3 course sections over the academic year. Teach one section of Audit in the Fall and two sections of Financial Accounting during the spring semester. Audit is a required upper-level course for Accounting Majors. Financial Accounting is a foundational requirement for business students. If there is mutual interest, there may be an opportunity for continued employment with flexibility in course assignments

* Responsibilities:

Your role will go beyond the textbook. You'll use your real-world experience to bring accounting concepts to life, helping students understand the importance of financial reporting and analysis. The materials are available if preferred.

* Time Commitment:
This is a part-time, in-person position for the nine-month academic year (August 15-May 14). Courses are typically either M-W-F or T-Th.

* Help cultivate a welcoming community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We strive to foster an environment where people can be themselves, build community, learn, and grow.

Why Teach at Gustavus?

* Mentor the next generation of financial professionals. This position offers a unique chance to mentor bright, engaged students who secure positions at top accounting firms. As part of a community committed to fostering belonging and purpose, you'll have the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life while shaping future leaders.

* Elevate your teaching. Take advantage of opportunities to join a teaching circle, participate in workshops, apply for an internal teaching development grant, and engage in conversations about teaching with colleagues across campus.

* Develop professional skills by participating in faculty meetings and committees, attending faculty development days, and taking advantage of the College's membership to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD).

* Be a part of our community. We offer free parking, exercise classes, and use of library and athletic facilities.