Adjunct Instructor – Accounting (Main Campus – St. Louis, MO)

In keeping with our mission and vision statement, Maryville University actively seeks adjunct faculty members who are experts in their fields and have a passion for teaching. Adjunct faculty are an integral part of the University’s learning community.

The John E. Simon School of Business is accepting applications for an academically/professionally qualified adjunct faculty member to teach an undergraduate Financial Accounting course during the Spring 2026 semester. The course will be conducted face-to-face on our main campus and is scheduled during regular business hours. Applicants would need to have reliable transportation as well as the flexibility to teach during regular business hours.

Course Information:

ACCT 210 – Financial Accounting
01/12/2026 – 05/03/2026
Wednesdays & Fridays, 2:00pm – 3:15pm CT

Description:

This course develops a foundational understanding of the impact of business events on financial statements by providing working knowledge of basic accounting theory and concepts. Topics include the role of accounting in decision making; the recording procedures that accountants use to organize information for financial statement preparation; and analytical tools and accounting principles to aid in reading and interpreting financial statements.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Must be committed to fostering a culturally diverse atmosphere.
• Teach assigned course as specified in the schedule and course contract.
• Participate in welcome orientation to become familiar with the University’s mission, academic policies and procedures, expectations, and Canvas (Learning Management System).
• Prepare essential lesson plans and assignments, develop course syllabus.
• Clearly communicate course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, assignments and deadlines, using available technology with Canvas.
• Employ a variety of teaching styles in order to effectively deliver course content, demonstrating both academic and real-world applications of concepts covered.
• Encourage active learning through discussion topics, class assignments, group projects, etc.
• Provide feedback and grade assignments in a timely and thorough manner.
• Establish times outside of class to assist students with additional questions and concerns.
• Report early alerts for students who are not actively engaging in the course.
• Additional duties, as assigned, will vary based on course(s) taught.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Accounting or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Relevant certifications pertaining to the accounting field (e.g., CPA).
• Willingness and ability to learn new academic technology and engaged pedagogy to facilitate student learning.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate with at least 15 graduate hours in a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Teaching experience and relevant experience in the field.