The University of Virginia's School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) seeks applicants to fill a tenure-ineligible part-time, limited term adjunct instructor positions for the UVA SCPS Accounting Certificate . This 100% online program predominantly serves working adult learners seeking to satisfy education requirements to sit for the CPA Exam.
Specifically, the Accounting Certificate curriculum needs an update requiring new course development and teaching related to the Tax Compliance and Planning (TCP) Discipline Section of the Certified Public Accountant Exam.
We seek to align the courses with learning objectives included in the Uniform CPA Examination Blueprints provided by AICPA. The successful candidate may teach in addition to support the redesign or development of three courses TCP-related courses.
Thus, we are hiring for both online teaching and instructional design experience.
SCPS employs academic faculty who have applicable content expertise at the appropriate level and who provide evidence of recent and/or current professional experience which applies to students’ achieving the goals and learning outcomes of the program and courses.
Accounting c ourses run in the fall, spring, and summer academic semesters. Courses are typically 15 weeks in length and are offered in an online synchronous format. Class size averages range from 10-25 students. Live class meetings are in the evenings, and the weekday and time may be negotiated.
Qualifications: This position is for graduate-level instruction and online course design. Relevant experience is required.
A Master's or terminal degree is required. A terminal degree in the teaching area or closely related field is preferred.
Previous experience teaching and knowledge instructional design and adult learning principles is highly preferred. Evidence of this includes prior course development or redesign, and prior courses taught. Online teaching experience and familiarity with the use of technology in teaching, experience working with adult learners, and strong written and oral communication skills are highly desirable.
Applicants with an active CPA license are preferred, but not mandatory..
At least two years relevant extensive industry experience is preferred.
To apply, please submit an application online at https:// jobs.virginia.edu and attach:
- A cover letter,
- C V or resume,
- Previous Syllabus used to teach (it is permissible to include multiple syllabi in one file)
- Unofficial transcripts.
- Course Evaluations: Please provide evaluations or reviews for a course you have taught. Note that the feedback does not need to be for the same course for which you submit a syllabus (optional).
Search on requisition R0065320 .
Position Location: Remote.
Applicants from outside the state of Virginia, are encouraged to apply.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Questions regarding this position should be directed to: Kai Degner, Senior Director, Certificates kai.degner@virginia.edu .
Questions related to the application process may be directed to Keith Johnson, HR Specialist at fkj2t@virginia.edu.
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will require an Education Verification.
This is an at-will faculty wage position which does not carry benefits. Faculty wage appointments are subject to change and carry no expectation of renewal from year to year.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: A Ph.D. or terminal degree in the teaching area or closely related field is preferred; a master’s degree in the teaching area or closely related field will also be considered.
Experience: R elevant subject-matter expertise is required. Teaching - especially online - is preferred.
Licensure: Applicants are expected to hold an active CPA license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
