Yorkville University is looking for the visionaries, the change-makers, and the entrepreneurially minded, who are seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other and strive to create inspiring, innovative career-focused educational experiences for students, no matter where they live or how they learn. This concept connects deeply to the idea that, in choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity and inspire positive change for so many people. It's also a call-back to the transformative power of education itself. Seek a career that will challenge you to make a meaningful difference through work with a passionate, empowered team in a business environment where your voice matters and your ideas are important.

If you care deeply about the student journey, want to support the development and growth of innovative, career relevant programs, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us.

Who we need

Reporting to the Associate Chair, BBA Accounting Specialization, we are hiring a Sessional Faculty member to teach 2-3 accounting courses per term on-site. You will deliver existing, modern, engaging and fully developed course material. You will assess student performance and create a positive and inclusive learning environment aligned with our mission of championing student success.

Sessional Faculty are required to work on-site at the New Westminster Campus located at 88 6th Street beginning July 2025. Each session is 11 weeks long with classes running between 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, and are assigned based on instructor availability.

What's in it for you

Influence and impact. This is a unique opportunity to teach university-level accounting courses while balancing other professional or academic commitments. As part of a progressive, private university that is redefining education for a national and international student body, you will play a key role in shaping the future of aspiring CPAs. You will help students build a strong foundation in accounting that aligns directly with CPA requirements, contributing to their success, course engagement, and overall university experience.

Recognition and career development. Yorkville is a progressive, forward-thinking, innovative education centre. This is a visibly impactful, reputation-building role with real-world impact, focused on meeting the diverse needs of students, disrupting traditional programming, and nurturing collaboration. You want to join a place that inspires change, supports faculty and students in their journey, and continuously innovates.

As our new Sessional Faculty, you will:

• Create a positive and engaging learning experience. You will teach a range of accounting courses—including, but not limited to, Intermediate Accounting I & II, Taxation, Advanced Financial Accounting, and Auditing. You will also integrate accounting software (such as QuickBooks, Syspro, or other ERP systems) into your course delivery to enhance real-world application.
• Foster inclusive, engaged learning. You will implement inclusive teaching practices that value and respond to the diverse needs and experiences of learners. Your approach to assessment will include a variety of effective methods to support and measure student learning. Additionally, you will use the University's learning management system (Brightspace), classroom technologies, and digital resources to enrich the teaching and learning experience.
• Elevate and optimize Accounting course development and delivery. You will contribute to curriculum development and course revisions to meet CPA program requirements and maintain articulation standards. You will collaborate with academic and student services, teaching and learning design teams, and program leadership to deliver quality education.
• Support student success. You will offer academic advice and guidance to students by holding regular office hours to support learning outcomes. You will provide timely, constructive feedback and responses to correspondence.
• Expand your knowledge. You will engage in reflective practice and ongoing professional development, leveraging information from various sources, including student evaluations of learning, to identify areas for growth as an educator. You will contribute to and learn from interactions within and outside of your department, participating in meetings and events as needed.
• Leverage expertise. You will collaborate cross-functionally with academic and student services, teaching and learning design, program leadership, and student services to meet our high delivery and evaluation standards and ensure the integrity of the learning experience.
• Contribute to our growth as an exceptional post-secondary institution. You will work with administrators and colleagues to advance your academic area and enhance the Yorkville community. You will contribute to promoting core values, distinctive capabilities and a positive culture that supports equity, inclusion, learning, and wellness. You will uphold the integrity of academic and university policies and comply with provincial and federal legislation.

You have:

• The education and academic background. You have an undergraduate degree, a CPA designation, and are an active member in good standing with CPA. Ideally you bring teaching experience at the post-secondary level, specifically in 3000-level accounting courses and in developing or revising accounting curriculum aligned with CPA accreditation standards.
• The industry experience. You have professional accounting experience in an industry setting, demonstrating applied knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• The teaching skills. You are a dynamic teacher, excited to share your knowledge with your students. You have exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to respond to the needs of a classroom with diverse backgrounds and learning styles. You prioritize fostering an inclusive learning environment and are deeply committed to nurturing engagement and student success. Ideally, you have experience teaching international students.
• The interpersonal skills. You can build trusting and influential relationships and nurture strong networks. You have a proven ability to work collaboratively to achieve common goals. You exercise mature decision-making, smoothly navigate conflict, practice discretion, and maintain confidentiality.
• The technical skills. You are proficient with accounting software applications (QuickBooks, Syspro, or ERP systems), MS Office, LMS platforms and educational technologies.

Compensation: $5000 CAD per course. Each semester is 11 weeks long with the Faculty working 6 hours a week per course, including preparation time.

Why work at Yorkville University?

• An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current and be future-forward.
• The chance to accelerate your career and disrupt education by responding to the needs you see and purposefully challenging the status quo. Everything we do here is about delighting and engaging our faculty and employees - and ultimately our students - from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical ones.
• A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments and can bring their authentic selves to the educational and work spheres. We celebrate the full range of human diversity and we acknowledge that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of barriers that equity-seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this access.
• The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications and programs - right up to our Masters' offerings.

Join us

Yorkville University welcomes and appreciates candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications please express your interest.

What you can expect from our hiring process:

• A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor discussing your interest in the role and your professional and academic background.
• An interview with the Associate Chair, BBA Accounting Specialization and an HR representative, to expand on your teaching experience and approach to engaging a wide range of students.
• Reference, credential and background check.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville University and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community and other equity-seeking groups.

Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Accessible British Columbia Act. If you require accommodation for a disability, please notify the People team at 1-877-429-4029.

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