Adjunct Instructor in the School of Business: ACCT 508 - Taxation
Calvin University Careers
·May 28, 2026
- Location
- Grand Rapids Campus, United States of America
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Finance
- Education
- Master
- Source
- Workday
Description
The Calvin University School of Business is seeking an adjunct professor to teach ACCT 508, Taxation, during the Fall 2026 semester. This course is part of the Master of Accounting degree. This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles of taxation related to the formation, operation, and termination of corporations and partnership. Included are entity-related tax implications for shareholders and partners. Additional topics include multi-state taxation, international taxation, the taxation of not-for-profit entities, and sales/use/value added tax.
The course runs from August 31 to December 17 and is currently scheduled to meet from 8:40-10:20 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, in person, at the Calvin University School of Business building. Flexibility on class meeting time is limited.
Requirements:
A master’s degree or above in accounting or applicable business-related experience is required; applicants who also have five or more years of teaching experience are preferred.
All applicants must demonstrate the potential to teach effectively using a variety of methods and instructional technology as required.
A commitment to the Christian faith and a willingness to integrate that faith into classroom teaching and student development is essential. Candidates are expected to affirm the Apostle’s Creed, the Nicene Creed, and the Athanasian Creed.
Responsibilities:
Prepare course materials and employ appropriate pedagogical strategies to promote student success in university-level courses.
Fulfill administrative duties such as tracking attendance, submitting grades, and maintaining timely communication with students, faculty, and staff.
Comply with Calvin University employment requirements, including mandatory online training modules.
Support the mission of Calvin University, including commitment to the development of a diverse, multicultural community.
To learn more about teaching at Calvin, visit the Provost Office website: https://calvin.edu/offices-services/provost/
To Apply:
Send us your application materials through the Apply link in this posting. As part of the application, please submit your full curriculum vitae accompanied by a cover letter that addresses:
Your ability to meet requirements and responsibilities of the position.
Your interest in teaching at a Reformed Christian University.
You are also asked to submit unofficial copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts; if hired, official transcripts will be required. For questions, contact April VanPutten, program director, [email protected].
FAITH and EDUCATIONAL COMMITMENT
1. Commitment to the educational mission of Calvin as a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church.
2. A commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith, learning, and student development.
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT
Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, physical limitations, class, or religious perspectives.
