Financial Services Faculty (Virtual, Part-Time)

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Primary/Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellent teaching skills and the ability to engage students through and virtual classroom instruction.
• Serve as an industry expert and Kaplan brand ambassador for our clients and students.
• Focus on mentoring and driving student success by tailoring your teaching approach to individual students’ learning styles.
• Deliver instruction based on pre-prepared lesson plans and syllabi.
• Communicate regularly with product line management and operations departments to stay informed of scheduling changes, curriculum updates, and class assignments. 

The hourly teaching rate for this position is between $38-50.00 /hr

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of financial services industry experience.
• Working knowledge of, or passed one or more of the following Securities exams: SIE, Series 6, 7, 63, 65, 66, 24 or 26. Practical experience as a Principal with a FINRA member firm is a major plus.
• Proficient in one of the following lines of authority or industry areas: Life and Health Licensing, Property and Casualty Licensing, Insurance Continuing Education , Securities Qualification Exams - Registered Representative level, Securities Qualification Exams - Principal level
• Proficiency with LMS platforms and virtual classroom tools. Working knowledge of Zoom/MS Teams and digital whiteboards.
• Ability to effectively utilize technology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptability to new teaching methods and alteration in course materials as needed.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and approachability.
• Reliable internet via WiFi (Wired ethernet connection preferred)
• Availability to work during daytime weekday hours is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching or training experience
• Completion of a post-secondary degree or equivalent professional designation​

Benefits include:

• Assignments primarily remote with typically three to six months advance notice
• Paid comprehensive training and lesson preparation
• Access to Health and Welfare Plans
• 401K plan
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Free or discounted classes for you and/or immediate family members
• Employee Discounts including travel, local deals, and health and wellness offers

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Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.  There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.