Writers' Program Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension

Writers' Program Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension Apply now to Writers' Program Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension Job #JPF10508 + UNEX: Writers' Program / Continuing Education / UCLA Position overview Position title: Instructor Salary range: $2,204 per course, per quarter Application Window Open date: July 17, 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 & Job Description UCLA Extension is the open-access, self-supporting continuing education division of UCLA. The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences 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. Course disciplines in the Writersu2019 Program span subject areas such as Fiction and Nonfiction Writing, Poetry, Screenwriting (Film and TV), Editing & Publishing, and more. 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. Writersu2019 Program Instructor Qualified applicants possessing current knowledge in the following topic area(s) - for adults -- are encouraged to apply. For a sense of the depth and breadth of our course offerings, visit Writers' Program instructors develop syllabi from an established template, design courses, serve as instructor of record, evaluate student work, facilitate classroom discussion, present lectures, develop learning ads and tools, select and host guest speakers, comply with established policies and procedures, and complete required university compliance trainings as directed. Creative Writing All instructors in this field have documented publications (books, periodicals, and/or literary magazines), and we are especially interested in those with current/recent publications in order to help students understand and navigate the evolving landscape of this field. Prior teaching experience is preferred. u2022 Fiction (novels, short stories) u2022 Nonfiction (creative nonfiction, memoir, personal essay) u2022 Poetry u2022 Writing for Young Readers (picture books, middle grade, young adult) Screenwriting All instructors in this field have documented produced scripts (features, teleplays, etc), and we are especially interested in those with current/recent productions in order to help students understand and navigate the evolving landscape of this field. Prior teaching experience is preferred. u2022 Features u2022 Television (half hour, one hour) u2022 Graphic novels (and comics) u2022 Podcasting u2022 Video Game Writing/Narrative Design Editing & Publishing All instructors in this field have documented professional experience as a professional staff member of a publisher or press, not including self-publishing and vanity presses, and we are especially interested in those with current/recent experience in order to help students understand and navigate the evolving landscape of this field. Prior teaching experience is preferred. u2022 Copyediting u2022 Developmental editing u2022 Editorial management Written Communication All instructors in this field have prior teaching experience in English composition at the college level and an advanced degree (Masteru2019s or higher). u2022 Expository Writing u2022 Persuasive Writing Classes can be online (live or asynchronous formats) or in person in Westwood or Downtown Los Angeles. Classes held with live instruction meet once a week for 10 weeks, typically in evenings and on weekends. Asynchronous online classes are deadline-driven and have no class meetings. Many in person courses also take advantage of the online course format for distributing course materials, syllabi, assignments, and feedback. Instructor Duties: u2022 Complete annual and biannual University compliance trainings by the deadlines set by Human Resources. u2022 Develop or update course syllabus to meet campus approval requirements, in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director and Program Manager. u2022 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.) u2022 Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning u2022 Update materials periodically, and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum. u2022 Utilize Canvas as a course support platform in in-person courses, and as the delivery platform in online and hybrid courses. u2022 Post final student grades to the transcript system in a timely manner, no later than 2 weeks after course end date. u2022 Respond to student questions and learning needs within 24 hours. u2022 Communicate with Program Director and Program Staff in a timely manner. u2022 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. u2022 Participate in required orientations and instructor training programs. u2022 Assisting in occasional program activities such as competition/scholarship judging, guest lecturing, community events, script consultations (for additional compensation), etc. u2022 Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies and inclusive teaching strategies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations. u2022 Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of instruction. u2022 Respond to student inquiries about final grades and consult with Program Director as needed. u2022 Maintain a record of final grades for up to 13 months following the last class session. Special Conditions of Employment Instructors are hired on a quarterly contract basis. Compensation starts at $2,204 per course, paid monthly on the first day of the month. Compensation rates vary based on unit valuation and instructional hours of courses. Because Extension is a division of UCLA, all Extension degree-credit instructors and courses must be formally approved according to the regulations of the Academic Senate of the University of California. Eligibility to teach a course is contingent upon this formal academic approval. Once approved, teaching assignments are u201cby agreementu201d on a quarter-by-quarter basis. The Instructoru2019s Contract outlines the deliverables for the course, the course schedule, and the compensation terms, subject to Extension policies and procedures. UCLA Extension makes no commitment to hire an instructor until it has sent and received a signed Instructor Contract. Should the course section an instructor plans to teach be cancelled for any reason, the Instructor Contract, including rights to compensation for future section meetings, is voided. In an effort to promote and maintain a healthy environment for our students, visitors and employees, UCLA is a smoke-free site. Smoking is prohibited within the boundaries of all UCLA owned, occupied, leased, and associated building and facilities. 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 (benefits-and-privileges/) . Program: Instructor Resources: Qualifications Basic qualifications All positions u2022 Commitment to the highest level of academic standards and integrity. u2022 Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area. u2022 Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information. u2022 Outstanding interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence. u2022 Proficiency in or willingness to learn the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools. u2022 College-level and/or continuing education teaching experience preferred. u2022 Experience designing curriculum and measuring student performance preferred. Creative Writing All instructors in this field have documented publications (books, periodicals, and/or literary magazines), and we are especially interested in those with current/recent publications in order to help students understand and navigate the evolving landscape of this field. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Screenwriting All instructors in this field have documented produced scripts (features, teleplays, etc), and we are especially interested in those with current/recent productions in order to help students understand and navigate the evolving landscape of this field. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Editing & Publishing All instructors in this field have documented professional experience as a professional staff member of a publisher or press, not including self-publishing and vanity presses, and we are especially interested in those with current/recent experience in order to help students understand and navigate the evolving landscape of this field. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Written Communication All instructors in this field have prior teaching experience in English composition at the college level and an advanced degree (Masteru2019s or higher). Application Requirements Document requirements + Curriculum Vitae/Resume - Your most recently updated Curriculum Vitae/Resume including publications/productions, professional experience, and teaching/public speaking/seminar experience. + Cover Letter - Cover letter identifying the area of writing applied for and discussing the your interest in teaching for UCLA Extension. Reference requirements References are requested from candidates after the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists via SkillSurvey system. Apply link: Help contact: 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. + u201cMisconductu201d means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicantu2019s 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

Created: 2025-12-05