Pathway Program Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 131,000; Part time

Job summary

UCLA Extension invites applications for an Instructor position in Pathway. This part-time contract supports two classes per week (Monday/Wednesday or Friday), totaling roughly 2–5 hours weekly. Responsibilities include updating syllabi, delivering engaging instruction, and leveraging Canvas for varied delivery modes.

Compliance training and coordination with program staff are required. The Pathway program aims to prepare neurodivergent students for employment, independence, and lifelong learning

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understand and be able to incorporate the use of technology such as time management apps into lessons.

Responsibilities

• Complete annual and biannual University compliance trainings by deadlines.
• Develop or update course syllabus to meet campus approval requirements.
• Use subject-matter expertise to impart knowledge and leverage resources to enhance curriculum.
• Design interactive classroom activities to engage participants and reinforce learning.
• Utilize Canvas for in-person, online, and hybrid courses.

Skills

Excellent communication

Tech integration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Instructor

Salary range: $92-$95 per podium hour

Application Window

Open date: October 20, 2026

Next review date: Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

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 Description

Pathway at UCLA Extension is a postsecondary education program for students 18-26 with intellectual or developmental diagnoses. Pathway's goal is to prepare neurodivergent young adults for employment, independent living, and a capacity for self-directed lifelong learning through higher education at UCLA.

Job Description

This is a part-time contracted position for 2 classes per week taking place on monday/wednesday or friday (approximately 2-5 hours per week)

Instructor Duties:

• Complete annual and biannual University compliance trainings by the deadlines set by Human Resources.
• Develop or update course syllabus to meet campus approval requirements, in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director and Program Manager.
• 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.)
• 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.
• Utilize Canvas as a course support platform in in-person courses, and as the delivery platform in online and hybrid courses.
• Post final student grades to the transcript system in a timely manner, no later than 2 weeks after course end date.
• Respond to student questions and learning needs within 24 hours.
• Communicate with Program Director and Program Staff in a timely manner.
• 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.
• Participate in required orientations and instructor training programs.
• Sharing any academic or behavioral concerns with Program Director in a timely manner
• Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies and inclusive teaching strategies in the classroom inclusive of all types of learners.

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

Division

https://www.uclaextension.edu/pathway

Instructor Resources

https://instructor.uclaextension.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understand and be able to incorporate the use of technology such as time management apps into lessons.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, teaching credentials, or equivalent.
• Ability and interest to work with students with neurodivergent students.
• Ability to add to and revise syllabi based on Pathway curriculum.
• Willingness to commit to a September-June.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume - Your most recently updated C.V/Resume

• Cover Letter - Your most recently updated Cover Letter

Reference requirements

References are requested from candidates after the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists via SkillSurvey system.

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.

• "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, 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: Aff

Job location

Los Angeles, CA