Position Information

Position Information

Present Position Number P1045W Role Title PT Instruct/Lecturer Position Title Adjunct Faculty (Section Leader) - Online MBA - BUAD 5107: Accounting Position Summary

The Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William & Mary is recruiting a pool of adjunct faculty (Section Leaders) to lead one or more 7.5-week sections of the BUAD 5107: Financial and Managerial Accounting course within the Online MBA program. The next offering of the course is during the 2019 Summer B session, which runs from July 1st through August 21st with grades due by August 28th.

Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Online MBA program at William & Mary delivers an exemplary business education unlike any other by focusing on an innovative theme: “Renaissance Thinker, Revolutionary Leader.” Courses address enduring and relevant business themes, including breadth of knowledge, communications, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving. Please visit the following website to learn more about the Online MBA program at William & Mary as well as the courses listed above: https://onlinemba.mason.wm.edu/

Section Leaders serve a vital role within the Online MBA program and are valued members of the Raymond A. Mason School of Business and the William & Mary community. Under the guidance of the Master Teacher, Section Leaders facilitate course activities, monitor discussion boards, provide students with timely feedback, and grade assignments and exams. Section Leaders are provided with professional learning opportunities and become members of the Mason School’s Online Section Leaders Network. Section Leaders are also invited to attend on-campus events, such as Residency weekend and graduation.

Position duties include:

•Review course content, activities, and assignments prior to the semester start date.
•Coordinate course activities with the Master Teacher.
•Meet all designated course instruction guidelines.
•Provide students with timely and specific feedback.
•Grade assignments and exams in a timely manner based on instructions/rubric provided.
•Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
•Monitor discussion boards and participate as applicable.
•Hold a 60-90 minute virtual office session for students each week.
•Meet weekly with the Master Teacher during regularly scheduled calls throughout the course.
•Submit final grades according to College policy and the Online MBA program calendar.
•Submit end-of-semester feedback and reflection form.
•Communicate and meet with the Director of Instructional Affairs (Online Programs) as needed.

Section Leaders typically spend 15 to 20 hours per week on the duties listed above.

Selected candidates must demonstrate proficiency using Canvas (learning management system) and knowledge of applicable policies and procedures by successfully completing the Mason School’s Section Leader Onboarding Course.

This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active for a year; you may resubmit your application for subsequent years. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Qualifications

•Doctoral or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field as documented in the Curriculum Vitae (CV) and conferred prior to the start of the course.
•Expertise in financial and managerial accounting as documented in the CV.
•Previous experience providing instruction at the post-secondary level as documented in the CV.
•Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

•Previous experience providing instruction online.
•Demonstrated excellence teaching adult learners in a professional program.
•Enthusiasm for delivering education in an online mode.
•Computer proficiency and experience using Canvas.

Department Business - OMBA - 3L6500 Location William & Mary Job Open Date 03/15/2019 Review Begin Date 04/15/2019 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Category Adjunct Special Application Instructions

To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and the contact information for three references to our online application system. You may also upload evidence of your teaching effectiveness and communication skills using the “Other Doc” upload options.

Background Check Statement

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you hold a doctoral or master's degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * What undergraduate degree do you hold and what is the name of the institution that issued it?

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * What graduate degree(s) do you hold and what is the name of the institution(s) that issued it?

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Do you have expertise in financial and managerial accounting?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have experience providing instruction at the post-secondary level?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have experience teaching online?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * How did you hear about this position?

   (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Other Doc
2. Other 2