University of Virginia

Lecturer, Certified Financial Planning (CFP) (Faculty Wage) - Remote

REMOTEPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from University of Virginia

  • Job overview

    The Lecturer for the Certified Financial Planning (CFP) program at University of Virginia teaches online courses aligned with CFP certification requirements, impacting student education in financial planning.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The lecturer will teach CFP courses online in a synchronous format via Zoom, covering subjects like personal financial planning, insurance, investments, tax, retirement, estate planning, and capstone projects, contributing to the program's educational goals.

  • Compensation and benefits

    This is a faculty wage position without benefits, subject to change and no expectation of renewal; no health insurance or retirement plans are provided.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a related field and active CFP certification; experience teaching live online courses is preferred.

  • Work environment and culture

    The position is remote, supporting a flexible online teaching environment within a university committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

  • Company information

    University of Virginia's School of Continuing and Professional Studies offers the CFP Certificate Program registered with the Certified Financial Planner Board, providing continuing education in financial planning.

  • Job location and travel

    The job is fully remote, open to applicants inside and outside Virginia, with no visa sponsorship.

  • Application process

    Applicants must complete a candidate profile on the university's job site, submit a cover letter detailing interest and relevant experience, a CV or resume, and optionally teaching evaluations and syllabi; positions remain open until filled.

  • Unique job features

    The role involves teaching CFP courses aligned with certification standards in a fully online synchronous format using Zoom and UVA Canvas LMS.

Company overview

The University of Virginia (UVA) is a public research university located in Charlottesville, Virginia, known for its rigorous academic programs and distinguished faculty. Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819, UVA offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees across various disciplines. The university generates revenue through tuition, state funding, research grants, and donations. Important historical aspects include its UNESCO World Heritage status and its role in American higher education reform.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your active CFP certification and relevant bachelor's degree, emphasizing your qualifications to teach Certified Financial Planning courses at UVA.

  • Focus on showcasing any experience teaching in live, online settings and familiarity with online platforms like Zoom and Canvas, as these are key to this remote role.

  • Apply through multiple channels including the University of Virginia's official job portal (jobs.virginia.edu) and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect with faculty or staff in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies at UVA on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent CFP program updates or expressing enthusiasm for UVA’s commitment to online education.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'Certified Financial Planner,' 'online synchronous teaching,' 'CFP certification,' and specific course names like 'Personal Financial Planning' and 'Investment Planning.'

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