Adjunct Faculty in Accounting (Tax Focus) - Online, Remote

Strategic Education; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking a passionate Adjunct Faculty member to teach online Accounting courses. This role offers the opportunity to inspire students and foster a love of learning while maintaining high academic standards. Faculty members are not just instructors but also mentors, dedicated to enhancing the learning experience through technology and personalized support. With a commitment to transforming education, this position allows you to make a significant impact on students' academic journeys. Join a collaborative team that values diversity and innovation, and help shape the future of education.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement benefit

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Entertainment and retail discounts

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 3+ years of professional experience in Accounting, specifically tax.

Responsibilities

• Teach online Accounting courses and provide high-quality instruction.
• Utilize technology to enhance curriculum and student engagement.
• Be available for student support and feedback.

Skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of academic technology

Oral presentation skills

Planning and organizing course objectives

Strong computer skills

Ability to manage stressful situations

Written communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in Taxation

Master’s degree in Business w/CPA license

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Provides quality education and maintains high standards of academic excellence in teaching assigned courses in the discipline. Conducts office hours as assigned.

NOTE: Applications must include copies of unofficial transcripts to receive full consideration.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can change lives? Strayer University is seeking a dynamic Adjunct Faculty member to join our academics team. We are currently in search of a passionate professor for an online undergraduate-level Accounting class —ACC317: Advanced Federal Taxation/ ACC307: Federal Taxation—for the upcoming Summer quarter, starting July 7th.

Strayer Adjunct Faculty are not just instructors, they are also coaches and mentors. Our faculty members strive to ignite a life-long love of learning in our students and to be flexible with their diverse learning styles. We believe in a strong faculty-student relationship and building a community in the classroom.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach courses as assigned from a pre-designed curriculum and utilize your professional expertise to provide high-quality instruction.
• Enhance the strength and effectiveness of the curriculum through the use of technology and videos.
• Utilize the online learning platform to enrich the student learning experience.
• Be available to students via email, phone, text, and office hours to ensure students receive quality feedback in a timely manner to support their academic success.
• Establish high standards and ensure students understand how they will be evaluated.
• Adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Attend faculty meetings and workshops or training as required.

Job Skills:

• Effectively communicate with all levels of the University.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation.
• Proficiency in oral presentation skills, planning, and organizing of course objectives.
• Must have strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage potentially stressful situations in a professional and ethical manner.

Work Experience:

• Teaching experience at the college level and online teaching experience are strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Accounting, specifically tax, is required.

Education: All degrees must be conferred and from an accredited institution to be considered.

• Master’s degree in Accounting required (CPA license preferred).
• Master’s degree in Taxation required.
• Master’s degree in Business w/CPA license (active or inactive) required.

Certificates, licenses, and registrations:

• Professional certification in discipline specialty (if applicable).

Other:

• No travel.
• Must be able to lift 1 lb.
• Mobility within the office includes movement from floor to floor.
• Access information using a computer.
• Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain.
• Effectively cope with stressful situations.
• Strong mental acuity.

Who we are

Work is changing. The economy is rapidly transforming. We’re innovating education and transforming learning to help people prepare for the workforce - today and in the future. Our INNOVATION is powered by the belief that today's workforce cannot be supported by yesterday's education. To be RELEVANT now and in the future, we need to transform learning to create an experience that delivers RESULTS.

Leadership behaviors

At Strategic Education, Inc., our leadership behaviors guide everything we do and the culture we’re building. They unite us in delivering on our mission. They reflect the way we approach our work and treat each other. They inspire us to do the right thing for our students, as well as for our employees. They represent who we are and what we aspire to be.

SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all.

Strayer University Adjunct Faculty are compensated based on the number and type of course(s) that are taught in a given quarter. Currently, compensation for courses ranges from $2,300 - $3,100.

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail].