College Counseling Instructor (general) University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF08797
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 seven-course College Counseling Certificate is designed for teachers, career & school-based counselors, admissions personnel, and other professionals who want to develop their professional competencies or are interested in establishing an independent college counseling practice. This program is also ideal for college admissions professionals who want to help high school students identify post-secondary options. This certificate program is offered 100% online, is deadline-driven, and asynchronous. The courses and certificate programs offer our students the opportunity to learn from highly qualified practitioners who are passionate about teaching.
The Education, Humanities, and Social Sciences Department at UCLA Extension has a special interest in preparing educators to be teachers, counselors, and leaders in their fields on issues of social justice and education inequities. Through our courses, we hope that students will improve teaching and learning, promote educational achievement for all students, create culturally responsive learning environments, and advocate for quality educational access in all communities. Job Description
Qualified applicants possessing current knowledge of the US college admissions landscape, college access, and the college application process are encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in applicants who are familiar with: post-secondary career education, testing assessments & SAT/ACT testing landscape, and the field of independent educational consulting. Interviews will only be scheduled with qualified applicants who can fill anticipated openings.
We are seeking qualified instructors with current knowledge and work experience in this industry who can create an interactive and engaging learning environment for students.
Course topics include:
The College Admissions Process
Financial Aid Fundamentals
Testing and Career Assessment
The Business of Educational Consulting
Preparing Community College Students for Transfer
College Counseling for International Students
Special Topics in College Counseling
Specific Instructor Duties:
Develop or update course syllabus to meet campus approval requirements, in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director
Communicate with Program Director, Program Representatives, and Online Course Managers in a timely manner
Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner
Prepare and deliver online course materials and learning assessments in the assigned format
Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform
Design interactive and motivational instructional activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning
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
Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice
Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (i.e.: professional journals and publications)
Access, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (AEDI) is one of UCLA Extension's guiding principles. We strive to extend access to UCLA, our programs, and services to underrepresented communities and populations, while serving as a model organization for AEDI in the field of continuing higher education. Committed to attracting and retaining diverse staff & instructors, UCLA Extension welcomes your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Please visit our website dedicated to our AEDI efforts as an organization: Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion @ UNEX.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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 the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction jeid-fdd4ab422dc2fd4a842f4ff1348a4b39
UCLA is known worldwide for the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletic programs. UCLA offers undergraduate degrees in more than 127 majors and graduate degrees in 198 program areas. UCLA has 11 highly regarded professional schools. Eight are ranked among the nation's top 15 in their field by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA is consistently among the most popular campus in the nation for undergraduate applicants. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union.