Instructor of Accounting and Business (starting Spring 2027)

Location: Batavia, NY Category: Faculty Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Mon Sep 14 2026 Job Description:

GENERAL FUNCTIONS:

This position will primarily teach first and second-year courses in the accounting career and transfer program areas. As needed, teach business courses in the career and transfer program areas. Contribute to the development, review, assessment, and maintenance of high-quality accounting and business programs. Assist in recruitment, retention, advisement, and graduation of students. Participate actively in the academic life of the college.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Primarily teach first and second-year courses in the accounting career and transfer program areas. As needed, teach business courses in the career and transfer program areas. Teaching may involve face-to-face or using remote, online, hybrid, or hyflex modalities during the day, evening, and/or weekends as needed.

• Actively participate in course assessment activities to assess student learning including calculation of grades and reporting of attendance as required by the college.

• Contribute to the development, review, and update of high-quality accounting and business programs, working closely with other accounting and business faculty.

• Assist in recruitment, retention, advisement, and graduation of students.

• Participate in college service-related activities and committees.

• Participate in professional development activities.

Job Requirements:

EDUCATION:

(1) Master's Degree in Accounting or (2) Master's Degree in Business or Business-related field WITH a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of five years of accounting experience is required. CPA is highly preferred. Community college teaching or trainer experience is preferred. Familiarity with computer-assisted/multimedia instruction and distance learning (such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Brightspace) is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Strong teaching or training skills with familiarity in a wide range of instructional strategies and a commitment to student and retention-centered modes of instruction. Preparation to teach online preferred. Must be able to demonstrate a sensitivity to diverse individuals and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and the community.

The ideal candidate will possess a passion for teaching and learning, adaptability and a willingness to embrace evolving technologies. This person will strive to create and maintain personal connections with students and the college community. The individual must be an approachable and enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic who contributes to Genesee's supportive community, dedicated to effective and innovative strategies for student success.

Additional Information:

RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports to the Director of Business Programs. The faculty member works cooperatively with full-time and adjunct faculty and staff.

SALARY AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a full-time position at 35 hours per week. Position duties begin January 7, 2027. This is an in-person, Batavia campus-based, ten (10) month appointment. Compensation is at a rate of $53,963.18 annually. Salary, benefits, and conditions of employment are established by the Genesee Education Association (GEA) contract.

BENEFITS:

• NYS Retirement

• Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance through Independent Health and Delta Dental

• Vision Insurance through Eye Med

• FSA

• 20 days' sick, 3 personal days and several holidays annually

• May use up to 10 sick days for family illness

• GCC Tuition Waiver for employee and dependents

• SUNY Tuition assistance at 4-year institutions

• May apply for Flexible Work Arrangement after 90 days of service

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Access to the fitness center, pool, studio, walking trails and more at the Richard C. Call Arena

• On Campus dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner

• Access to approximately 90,000 items via GCC's Library Services

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program