Adjunct Instructor - Accounting, Welch College of Business & Technology (Ongoing)

Job description

About Sacred Heart University As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computing & Engineering; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, RN, & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity. This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change in their own lives, professions, and communities. Sacred Heart University has earned national recognition for academic excellence, student success, career outcomes, and campus experience. The Princeton Review recognized SHU in its Best 392 Colleges: 2027 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2027 Edition, while additional national recognitions highlight the University’s commitment to preparing students for meaningful careers and lifelong success. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; Division I athletics; and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance, and theatre. View SHU’s Faculty Experts Here Sacred Heart University’s Department of Accounting & Information Systems in the AACSB-accredited Welch College of Business & Technology invites applications for Adjunct Instructors committed to preparing students to use financial knowledge and sound judgment to guide the future of business and society. At Sacred Heart, adjunct instructors bring accounting expertise into an applied learning environment that connects financial theory with professional practice. The role offers a meaningful opportunity to shape the next generation of accounting professionals by helping students develop technical knowledge, analytical judgment, and the ability to deliver accurate financial insight across business, government, education, and law. Undergraduate and graduate offerings include a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, an accelerated bachelor’s-to-master’s pathway, a Master of Science in Accounting, and specialized minors and certificates in accounting fundamentals, business analysis and reporting, forensic accounting, and tax compliance and planning. Students can also prepare for the AICPA Examination and gain applied experience through opportunities such as Volunteer Income Tax Assistance. Additional information about available classes can be found in the Accounting & Information Systems course descriptions. Responsibilities: • Teach assigned undergraduate or graduate accounting courses in accordance with established course objectives and academic standards • Create an engaging and supportive learning environment • Connect accounting concepts and principles with current professional practice • Provide students with timely feedback and maintain regular communication throughout the course • Collaborate with the department chair and faculty as appropriate • Fulfill all responsibilities associated with the assigned course Qualifications: • A minimum of a master’s degree in accounting or a closely related field • Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred • Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills • Commitment to fostering a collegial and supportive environment in which all members of the University community can thrive and succeed Application Instructions: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and relevant examples from courses taught (if applicable). Upon offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to provide one formal letter of recommendation on professional letterhead and an official transcript reflecting their highest earned degree. Review of applications will be ongoing based on the needs of the department. Compensation & Benefits: The salary range for this position is $4,300–$5,400 per 3-credit course. Adjunct Instructors are not eligible to participate in the University’s employee health and welfare benefit programs; however, they are eligible to participate in Sacred Heart University’s 403(b) retirement plan, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of the plan. Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.