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Humanities & Social Sciences Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension
Humanities & Social Sciences Instructor - Pool - UCLA ExtensionUniversity of California - Los Angeles (UCLA) • Los Angeles, CA, United States
Humanities & Social Sciences Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension

Humanities & Social Sciences Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA) • Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Position overview

Position title : Instructor

Salary range :

$2,800 - $3,100 per course, quarterly

Application Window

Open date : November 18, 2025

Next review date : Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date : Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

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

UCLA Extension is the open-access, self-supporting continuing education division of UCLA. The Division offers a wide variety of certificate programs and courses, including post-baccalaureate credit-bearing (400-level), continuing education (CEU) credit, and non-credit bearing general interest courses. Our courses and certificate programs offer students the opportunity to learn from highly qualified practitioners who are passionate about teaching.

Applications to teach are accepted throughout the year in order to fill immediate program needs and to increase the depth of the instructor pool, but interviews will only be scheduled with qualified applicants who can fill anticipated openings.

Job Description

Qualified applicants possessing current knowledge in the following topic area(s) - for adults are encouraged to apply :

  • Anthropology
  • Communication
  • Comparative Literature
  • Economics
  • English Composition
  • History
  • Linguistics
  • Philosophy
  • Political Science
  • Sociology
  • French Language
  • Spanish Language

Instructor Duties :

  • Develop or update course syllabus to meet campus approval requirements, in consultation with the UCLA Extension Portfolio Director.
  • 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
  • Update materials periodically, and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum.
  • Utilize Canvas as a course support platform in in-person courses, and as the delivery platform in online and hybrid courses.
  • Post final student grades to the transcript system in a timely manner, no later than 2 weeks after course end date.
  • Respond to student questions and learning needs within 24 hours.
  • Communicate with Portfolio Director and Program Staff in a timely manner.
  • Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including : completing all new hire paperwork, submitting updated quarterly syllabus, posting bio and photo on the UCLA Extension website, accepting quarterly contract, submitting required textbook orders, and communicating classroom needs to the appropriate people.
  • Participate in required orientations and instructor training programs.
  • Assisting in occasional program activities such as competition / scholarship judging, guest lecturing, community events, script consultations (for additional compensation), etc.
  • Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies and inclusive teaching strategies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations.
  • Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of instruction.
  • General Employment Information

    Employment as a UCLA Extension Instructor is dictated by contract terms and conditions. Please take the time to read the UCLA Extension Instructor Employment Policies .

    For information on UCLA Extension instructor benefits , please visit Pay, Benefits, & Privileges .

    Division : https : / / www.uclaextension.edu / humanities-social-sciences

    Instructor Resources : https : / / instructor.uclaextension.edu

    Qualifications

    Basic qualifications

  • Graduate degree in field of teaching required.
  • Familiarity with common tools of online instruction such as video conferencing software and LMS.
  • Commitment to the highest level of academic standards and integrity.
  • Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area.
  • Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence.
  • Proficiency in or willingness to learn the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools.
  • College-level teaching experience.
  • Experience designing curriculum and measuring student performance.
  • Experience facilitating group discussions and activities.
  • Participation in relevant professional organizations
  • Demonstrated commitment to educating learners of diverse backgrounds and educational experience.
  • Preferred qualifications

  • Ph.D. degree.
  • Experience using Canvas in higher education environments preferred.
  • College-level teaching experience preferred.
  • Application Requirements

    Document requirements

    Curriculum Vitae / Resume - Your most recently updated C.V. / resume.

    Cover Letter

    Reference requirements

    References are requested from candidates after the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists via SkillSurvey system.

    Apply link :

    https : / / recruit.apo.ucla.edu / JPF10725

    Help contact : ehr@unex.ucla.edu

    About UCLA

    As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and / or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

    As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

  • "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
  • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

    UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties

  • APM - 035 : Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  • Job location

    Los Angeles, CA

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