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 Independent Educational Consultant Certificate Program. 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. For more detailed information about our Independent Educational Consultant Certificate Program, please visit https://ce.uci.edu/areas/education/iec/.
Course topics include:
Principles of Independent Educational Consulting
Navigating the Financial Aid Network
College Admissions Consulting Resources
Developing an Independent Educational Consulting Business
Independent Educational Consulting Practicum
Working with Students with Learning Differences
Marketing and Public Relations for the Educational Consultant
Counseling Techniques for Independent Educational Consultants
Consulting Transfer, Summer, and Gap Year Students
American College Consulting for the International Student
International College Consulting for the American Student
Specific Instructor Duties
Develop and/or update course syllabi in consultation with the UCI DCE academic unit 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 unit 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
Our curriculum is constantly updated and tailored to bring students the background, expertise, and business practices to remain competitive and advance their careers. Taught by qualified practitioners, our courses feature practical applications, underlying rationale, and current issues, all of which can be immediately utilized in and applied to our students' work environments.
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.
Individuals hired to teach these courses must understand that all such agreements with the University are made on a course-by-course basis and that the Instructor will be made no guarantee of continual involvement with the University in any capacity.
Qualifications
Basic
Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution
Extensive background and current work experience in the independent educational consulting 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
Current participation in professional associations
Highly effective interpersonal skills
Comfort in dealing with working professionals
Experience with owning an independent educational consulting business
Preferred
Experience designing/revising curriculum and measuring student performance
College-level teaching or guest speaking experience (or the corporate equivalent)
Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI's unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities.
