Adjunct Instructor – Undergraduate General Education Course in Workforce Financial Skills at The Pennsylvania State University

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTSPosition SummaryThe Workforce Education and Development (WFED) program seeks qualified adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate general education courses related to personal financial planning financial literacy and money management for the workforce. These courses serve students across all academic backgrounds and are designed to build foundational financial knowledge and quantitative reasoning skills relevant to career entry and long-term financial well-being.Courses may focus on topics such as personal financial planning financial decision-making for working adults financial well-being for the workforce and related subject areas. Courses are expected to be delivered in-person at University Park with hybrid delivery possible depending on departmental needs.Primary Responsibilities-Deliver weekly in-person and/or hybrid instruction following approved course syllabus and objectives.Support student learning of core financial concepts quantitative reasoning and practical financial skills.Develop and facilitate applied learning activities including calculations analysis and scenario-based work.Evaluate student progress through assignments quizzes exams and projects.Maintain timely student grading and records through Canvas.Hold weekly office hours in person or via Zoom.Submit final grades according to university policies.Example Topic Areas-Budgeting fundamentals and cash flow planningIncome taxation and cost-of-living comparisonsBanking saving and financial servicesCredit borrowing and debt strategyInsurance and risk managementRetirement accounts and planning optionsInvestment fundamentalsFinancial decision-making for education and careersRequired Qualifications-Masters degree in: Personal finance Finance Accounting Business Workforce development / workforce education or closely related fieldExperience teaching or training young adults or adults.Preferred Qualifications-Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation preferred.Professional experience in financial advising financial coaching accounting HR benefits retirement planning or related areas.Experience teaching undergraduate or general education courses.Experience teaching quantitative subjects.Familiarity with Canvas.Appointment Terms-This is a part-time wage appointment assigned for a single academic semester and contingent upon student enrollment and available funding. Reappointment may be possible based on enrollment needs performance and departmental priorities.Delivery is expected to be in-person or hybrid.For questions please contact: Hyung Joon Yoon Ph.D. Professor-in-Charge Workforce Education and Development Program ().BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICSPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. 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