Adjunct Faculty - Accounting (La Plata)

About the role

UMGC is hiring an Adjunct Faculty member to teach on-site at CSM La Plata, Maryland, in the Accounting department of the Department of Operations, Innovation, and Leadership. The position covers three courses: Principles of Accounting I (ACCT 220), Principles of Accounting II (ACCT 221) and Accounting Information Systems (ACCT 326). It is open only to local applicants; UMGC does not sponsor logistical support.

Key responsibilities

• Teach the three accounting courses using a pre-designed, standardized curriculum, enriching it with real-world examples and professional expertise.
• Maintain an active classroom presence at least 5 days per week, introduce yourself and drive discussions.
• 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 online and asynchronously, 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, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and supplemental retirement plans (401(k), 403(b), 457(b), Roth options).