Adjunct Faculty - Accounting (Operations, Innovation, Leadership)

About the role

UMGC is hiring an Adjunct Faculty member to teach on-site in Pearl City, Hawaii, in the Accounting department of its Department of Operations, Innovation, and Leadership. The position is open only to local applicants, and UMGC does not sponsor logistical support. The courses taught are Principles of Accounting I (ACCT 220), Principles of Accounting II (ACCT 221) and Accounting Information Systems (ACCT 326).

Key responsibilities

• Teach the three courses using the university's pre-designed, standardized curriculum, enriching it with real-world examples.
• Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week, introduce yourself and drive discussion.
• Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive environment for adult learners.
• Respond to learner inquiries, return feedback and post final grades within the expected timeframe.
• Track student progress with data tools, reach out proactively to at-risk students and refer them to support resources with success coaches and academic staff.
• Participate in the faculty community, including the Program Hub and ongoing training.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA or CFE.
• Professional experience in Accounting or a related field.
• Legal status in the country of application that can be maintained while teaching.
• Written and spoken English proficiency sufficient to teach and evaluate in English.
• Student-centered approach with empathy, flexibility, professional integrity and cultural responsiveness.

Preferred: experience teaching adult learners in an online, asynchronous setting, prior postsecondary teaching experience, and active engagement in the profession.

What we offer

• Pay by rank and degree, starting at Step 1: Instructor $806-$1,050, Assistant Adjunct Professor $877-$1,127, Associate Adjunct Professor $947-$1,205, Adjunct Professor $1,023-$1,288 or $1,347-$1,645 per credit hour.
• Standardized, pre-designed courses with rubrics, OER materials, library resources and digital textbooks provided at no cost.
• Online orientation and ongoing, cost-free professional development for newly hired faculty.
• Health, vision, dental and prescription coverage, term life insurance and supplemental retirement plans (401(k), 403(b), 457(b), Roth options); adjuncts are not eligible for state-subsidized rates.

Applicants submit a resume and a cover letter (highly preferred) and unofficial transcripts; international degree holders may need a degree evaluation from a NACES-approved vendor.