Blackburn College, ranked #1 among baccalaureate colleges in Illinois and #20 nationwide by Washington Monthly, located in Carlinville, IL, invites applications for a full-time, teaching-focused, tenure-track position in Accounting to teach undergraduate courses in Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, Accounting Information Systems, Cost Accounting, Federal Income Tax, Auditing, and Advanced Accounting, along with additional business or related courses aligned with their expertise. Blackburn College is a four-year liberal arts college known for its distinctive student-managed work program. 

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate dedication to: 

• Student-centered teaching and learning 
• Commitment to high-quality undergraduate education and advising 
• Recognition of diverse learning styles and motivations 
• Effective communication and collaboration with students and colleagues 
• Mentoring students through the college’s unique student-managed work program

Qualifications for the position include: 

• CPA or CMA credential and/or MBA or Master’s degree in Accounting (required)
• Experience in the workforce 
• Teaching experience at the collegiate level 

The Woodson Center for Business and Economics Department at Blackburn College emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning that connects academic theory with practical application, preparing students for success in fields such as accounting, finance, marketing, management, entrepreneurship, and economics. Through a combination of classroom instruction, real-world projects, case studies, simulations, and field trips, students develop the analytical, technical, and communication skills that today’s employers value. As part of Blackburn’s unique student-managed work program, business students gain professional experience by participating in campus operations, collaborating on community-based projects, and managing real business functions, fostering leadership, teamwork, and accountability. The Business and Economics Department cultivates a collaborative and inclusive environment where faculty and students work closely together to apply business principles to real-world challenges, engage with local and regional organizations, and promote ethical and socially responsible business practices. 

Position Requirements: 

• Teach four (4) in-person courses per semester, based on need and faculty availability (flexibility required) 
• Advise students (typically after the first year in the position) 
• Maintain scheduled, in-person office hours 
• Attend Division meetings and regular Faculty Assembly meetings 
• Assist with student recruitment efforts by meeting with incoming students 
• Provide service to the College through committee membership (typically after the first year in the position)
• Participate in and help plan field trips and co-curricular activities for the Department
• Supervising Teaching Assistants 
• Demonstrated knowledge of learning platforms such as Canvas, McGraw-Hill Connect, D2L/Brightspace, Blackboard to support effective course delivery 
• Knowledgeable in using tax preparation software and other various accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word 
• Starting date of August 10, 2026, contract runs August 2026 to May 2027, paid over twelve months. 

Application Materials Should Include: 

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
• Cover Letter 
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy, including your approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom 
• Contact information (name, email, phone, address) for three professional references 

Send application materials to: 

Human Resources, Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Ludlum 110, Carlinville, IL 62626 or email [email protected]. Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered for this position. Phone calls or walk-ins will not be accepted. 

Blackburn College is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants should be legally permitted to work in the United States; Blackburn is not able to sponsor faculty visas for employment immigration. 

Salary Range: $60,000–$70,000, commensurate with experience. 

Benefits: Blackburn College offers a robust benefits package. For details, visit 

https://blackburn.edu/about/administrative-offices/human-resources and click on the Employee Benefits Summary tab. 

Review of applications will begin January 14, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.