"Part-Time Instructor: E-Learning Instructional Design"

Position Overview

Salary Range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $2,100-$3,360 and would also be based on the specific number of courses assigned and enrollment numbers.

Application Window

• Open date: April 16, 2025
• Most recent review date: Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
• Final date: Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Position Description

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.

Online teaching positions are now available in the E-Learning Instructional Design Certificate Program. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and/or teaching experience in this industry who can create an interactive and engaging learning environment for students. For more detailed information about our E-Learning Instructional Design Certificate Program, please visit https://ce.uci.edu/programs/business/elearning-instructional-design.

Course topics include:

• Principles of E-Learning Instructional Design
• Exploring E-Learning Development Tools
• Designing and Developing Interactive E-Learning Courses
• Project Management for E-Learning Professionals
• E-Learning Evaluation and Assessment
• E-Learning Instructional Design Practicum

Specific Instructor Duties

• Develop and/or update course syllabi in consultation with the UCI DCE Academic Director or 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 Director or 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

Part-time, temporary assignments are on an as-needed basis. 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. We are looking specifically for instructors who are qualified to teach the following course(s) as early as Summer 2025 quarter (beginning June 2025).

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (required at time of application)

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution
• Extensive background and current work experience in the e-learning instructional design industry
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools

Additional

• Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in 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
• Current participation in professional associations
• Comfort in dealing with working professionals and students

Preferred

• Experience designing/revising curriculum and measuring student performance
• College-level teaching experience (or the corporate equivalent)
• Experience teaching online

Application Requirements

Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter

Reference requirements
4 required (contact information only)