Enrolled Agent Examination Preparation Instructor - UCLA Extension

UCLA Extension•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

UCLA Extension is considered one of the top programs of its kind, offering to more than 35,000 students per year approximately 4,500 classes and non-degree certificate programs to meet the professional development, continuing education, and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of nontraditional students as well as companies and organizations throughout and beyond the Los Angeles region. Course / Program Description The Enrolled Agent Examination Preparation program presents a comprehensive review for professionals involved in tax preparation and who are planning to sit for the Enrolled Agent Examination. This first course of the program covers the basics of assets, filing requirements, gross income, itemized deduction, credits, employee business expenses, casualty losses, alternative minimum tax deductions from AGI, sale of assets, individual retirement accounts, retirement plans for small businesses, estate tax and gift tax. The final two classes present a course review that incorporates problems from prior exams. The course is taught by IRS attorneys and CPAs who have extensive experience in tax preparation and the Internal Revenue Service. Job Description Instructors teach students to understand the fundamentals, technical aspects, and concepts of the subject matter. More importantly they prepare students to utilize this understanding practically in the workforce. In addition to teaching proficiency in technical matters, instructors utilize case studies and real-life examples wherever possible to help students take their understanding from the pages of the textbook into the work of the real world. To accomplish this, instructors foster a collaborative, inclusive learning environment developed to support the success of all UCLA Extension students coming from a wide range of educational, personal, and professional backgrounds.

Requirements

Work experience with the IRS or as an Enrolled Agent (EA)
An advanced degree from an accredited institution.
Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in the subject area.
Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
Highly effective interpersonal skills
Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools.

Responsibilities

Develop and/or update course syllabus in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director as assigned using approved syllabus template
Prepare and deliver course materials and learning assessments in assigned format (in-person or hybrid)
Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform for in-person courses and as the delivery platform for online and hybrid courses
Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students and clearly outline the grading policies for the course
Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades
Post final student grades to the transcript system in a timely manner no later than 2 weeks after the last date of course meeting
Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice
Participate in required orientations and instructor training programs
Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: completing all hiring paperwork; submitting updated quarterly syllabus; posting bio and photo on the UCLA Extension website; signing quarterly contract; ordering required texts; communicating AV and classroom needs.
Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom, inclusive of both domestic and international student populations
Use subject-matter expertise to impart knowledge to students and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (i.e. make arrangements for guest speakers, etc.)
Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning