Part-Time Instructor: Teaching Artistry Program

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 16,740 - 33,480; Part time

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking qualified part-time online instructors for the Teaching Artistry Certificate Program within the Division of Continuing Education. Positions are course-by-course, non-faculty appointments designed to train artists to become effective teachers.

The program emphasizes current knowledge in the arts and online pedagogy for diverse student populations. Instructors will develop syllabi, deliver materials via Canvas, and assess student learning while maintaining academic standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution; and demonstrated expertise in the arts.
• 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
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools
• Current participation in professional associations
• Comfort in dealing with international professionals and students
• Experience designing/revising curriculum and measuring student performance
• College-level teaching experience (or the corporate equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Develop and 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
• 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

Job description

Position Overview

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.

Application Window

Open date: January 6, 2026

Most recent review date: Wednesday, Jan 21, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Tuesday, Jan 5, 2027 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

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 Teaching Artistry Certificate Program. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and/or teaching experience in the topic of training artists to be successful teachers of their chosen art.

Specific Instructor Duties

• 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

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. We are looking specifically for instructors who are qualified to teach the following course(s) as early as Spring quarter beginning April 2026.

Course Description: Foundations of Teaching the Arts: 10‑week training course designed to prepare learners to teach K‑12 students and work with arts educators and organizations. In this course, learners will gain foundational knowledge to apply their arts discipline to Teaching Artist positions in elementary or secondary school settings, as well as in programs developed and run by arts organizations. Topics include pedagogy, designing lessons to arts education standards, child and adolescent development for the arts, youth protection, and working with schools and organizations.

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; and demonstrated expertise in the arts.

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
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools
• Current participation in professional associations
• Comfort in dealing with international professionals and students

Preferred

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

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution; and demonstrated expertise in the arts.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

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

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine 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 categories covered by the UC anti‑discrimination policy.

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.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affi­rective Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

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.

Job location

Irvine, Ca