Faculty

Visiting Professor of Accounting

Department of Business Administration and Economics

Blackburn College, ranked #1 among baccalaureate colleges in Illinois and #20 nationwide by Washington Monthly, located in Carlinville, IL, invites applications for a one semester visiting faculty accounting position that is teaching-focused for undergraduate courses in Auditing, Managerial Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, and Information Management. 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
  • Recognition of diverse learning styles and motivations
  • Effective communication and collaboration with students and colleagues

Qualifications for the position include:

  • CPA or CMA credential and/or MBA or Master’s degree in Accounting or a related field (required)
  • Experience in the workforce and/or teaching 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:

  • Maintain scheduled office hours via in-person or Google Meet
  • Teach four (4) in-person or online (synchronous) courses for the Spring semester. 12 units (or equivalent).
    • If online availability only, provide live or pre-recorded videos for each course
  • Participate in and help plan field trips and co-curricular activities for the Department (if available)
  • Participate and attend Department and Division Meetings, and Faculty Assembly. 
  • Starting date of January 12, 2026

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


Blackburn College features a robust benefits package. For additional information, please visit Human Resources and click on the Employee Benefits Summary Tab.

Salary Range: $30,000 – $35,000, commensurate with experience.

Blackburn College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities.

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter including a diversity statement describing what diversity means to you and why it is important, the names/addresses/phone numbers of three current, and professional references 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 not accepted. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled.