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Instructor Pool Writing and Literature – UC Berkeley Extension

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Position Overview

Position title: Instructor (Non‑Senate, Non‑Tenure Track)

Salary range: The compensation model varies depending upon the course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, the estimated total per course is $1,380 - $2,300. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, the position is paid $115 - $170 per enrolled student and the total ranges from $920 - $3,400. For an asynchronous Start Anytime Online course, the position is paid $160 - $170 per final student course grade submitted each month; total ranges from $800 - $5,780 and monthly payments typically begin within 6 months after the course start date. Compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time: Part‑time by agreement on a course‑by‑course basis.

Anticipated start: Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.

Review timeline: Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee a position. The pool will remain in place for 9‑12 months; those interested in remaining beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration: Course length ranges from approx. 4 to 12 weeks for fall, spring, and summer semesters. Asynchronous start‑anytime courses typically last 9‑18 months. Further agreements may be assigned based on program needs, performance, and funding availability.

Application Window

Open date: September 26, 2025

Next review date: Monday, Dec 8 2025 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Friday, Jun 26 2026 at 11:59 pm (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

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of UC Berkeley, serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands each year. It is part of the division under the Dean of Extended Education and includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to undergraduate, professional, and continuing education in Writing and Literature to teach one or more online courses each year for our Arts and Humanities department.

Courses are Offered Online

• Online instruction delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or through synchronous live lectures (Zoom).
• Most synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S. Pacific Time).

Course Subjects

Writing

• Academic Writing
• Business Communications
• English Composition
• Genre Fiction Writing
• Journalism
• Literary Fiction Writing
• Memoir
• Nonfiction Writing
• Poetry
• Public Relations Writing
• Science Writing
• Screenwriting
• Social Media Writing

Literature

• American Fiction
• British Literature
• Contemporary Literature
• World Literature

Other Writing And Literature Course Subjects

(please specify in your cover letter)

Teaching Experience

• Classroom Teaching Experience
• Synchronous Online Teaching Experience (online lectures via Zoom)
• Asynchronous Online Teaching Experience (via learning management system)

General Duties

Specific duties and expectations will vary by method of instruction (Synchronous Live Online via Zoom or Asynchronous Online). The duties include:

• For synchronous instruction: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
• For asynchronous instruction: reviewing the syllabus and pre‑populated online course content; learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management tools; and requesting any training needs from the Program Director or Department Director.
• For all instruction: completing required trainings as mandated by UC Presidential policies; responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner; grading student assignments and posting final grades; utilizing University‑approved support platforms including Canvas, Zoom, Google Workspace, etc.; reviewing and following University and departmental policies; and responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director.

Creative Writing Program

Creative Writing Courses

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Nonfiction Writing Courses

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (required at time of application)

• Advanced Degree

Additional Qualifications (required at time of start)

• U.S. Residency and U.S. Work Authorization: Work must be performed in the United States. Non‑citizen or non‑permanent residents require valid US work authorization for the duration of employment. Sponsorship is not available.

Preferred Qualifications

• Terminal/Doctorate degree or equivalent international degree in the subject preferred.
• 3 or more years of professional industry and/or academic experience in the subject.
• 3 or more years of undergraduate‑level teaching experience (primary instructor) in the subject.
• Experience teaching at a U.S. college/university institution.
• Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes.
• Experience teaching online and/or developing academic content for online courses.
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
• Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English).
• Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment.
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology such as Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint); file sharing (Google Drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools.

Application Requirements

Document Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated CV.
• Cover Letter – Discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests. Include specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

Reference Requirements

• References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage; references are only contacted for finalists.

Apply Link

Help Contact

extension‑jobs@berkeley.edu

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission. These values are embedded in our Principles of Community and reflect our commitment to a better world.

The University of California, Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status.

For more information, refer to the University of California’s affirmative action and nondiscrimination policies.

In searches when letters of reference are required, letters will be treated as confidential per UC policy and California state law. Refer potential referees to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality before submitting their letter.

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

Unless otherwise stated, this position does not include sponsorship of a new H‑1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100 000 supplemental fee.

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.

Relevant Policies

• “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 or discrimination.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy
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Job Location

San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.