Part-Time Instructor: Teaching Artistry Program

About the role

The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) is a self-supporting unit within the University of California. Funding is generated through fees collected from a diverse, complex, and ever-changing student population. Part-time instructor positions are on a course by course contracted basis. This is NOT a faculty position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or update course syllabi in consultation with the UCI DCE Instructional Design Team and the Academic Program Manager as assigned and using approved syllabus template
• Prepare and deliver online course materials and learning assessments in the assigned format
• Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform
• 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 by set deadlines
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner
• Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Academic Program Manager as needed
• Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice
• Participate in required orientations and complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by UC Irvine
• Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: completing all hiring paperwork; submitting updated quarterly syllabi; posting bio and photo on the UCI DCE 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
• Allow students to review their final exams/papers for up to 13 months following the last class session
• Use subject-matter expertise 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

Qualifications

• Basic Master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution; and demonstrated expertise in the arts
• Additional Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area
• Mentally and physically able to perform the essential functions of the job
• 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
• Current participation in professional associations
• Preferred Experience designing/revising curriculum and measuring student performance
• College-level teaching experience (or the corporate equivalent)

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and administration
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities

Benefits

Details on benefits will be provided upon hire.

Pay

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $1,500-$3,000 and would also be based on the specific number of courses assigned and enrollment numbers

Schedule

This is an ONGOING recruitment. We accept part-time instructor applications all year long; when the division has a need to fill, we refer to the “pool” of applications on file.