INSTRUCTOR POOL - EDITING AND TECHNICAL COMMUNICATION - UC BERKELEY EXTENSION
Company: University of California-Berkeley
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
Position overview Salary range:
Before applying for this role, please read the following
information about this opportunity found below.
A reasonable estimate for this position is $150-$175/student for an
asynchronous online course. Instructor compensation is determined
by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary
considerations, and other factors. Percent time:
Part-time temporary appointments are offered by agreement on a
course-by-course basis. Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester. Review
timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the
existence of this pool does not guarantee that a position is
available. Position duration:
Appointment length is based upon course section schedule(s).
Appointments may be renewable based on need, funding, and
performance. Application Window Open date: October 8, 2024 Next
review date: Tuesday, Oct 22, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Oct 7, 2025 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 Job Type:
Academic - Non-Tenure Track Job Summary: UC Berkeley Extension, the
professional and continuing education division at the University of
California, Berkeley, invites applications for a pool of qualified
instructors to teach online courses for our Editing and Technical
Communication programs. UC Berkeley Extension seeks dynamic
instructors with a commitment to professional and continuing
education in Editing and Technical Communication to lead one or
more courses each year. The pool will remain in place for one
calendar year; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond the
advertised final closing date must reapply. The number of these
positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs
of the department. Online instruction is delivered asynchronously
through our learning management system (Canvas). General Duties We
are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter
expertise and/or teaching knowledge in the following
subjects/specializations (but not limited to). Please refer to a
full list of current courses in the departmental link below.
Editing
- Copyediting
- Developmental Editing
- Indexing
- Proofreading Technical Communication
- Technical Writing
- Technical Editing
- Information Design and Communications Other Editing & Technical
Communication Related Topics (please specify in your cover letter)
Teaching Experience
- Classroom Teaching Experience
- Synchronous Online Teaching Experience (online lectures via
Zoom)
- Asynchronous Online Teaching Experience (via learning
management system) Instructor duties include but are not limited
to:
- Complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established
by UC Berkeley.
- Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner
including: updating and submitting syllabi using approved syllabus
template; communicating required texts and materials; communicating
classroom technology and support needs.
- Make appropriate adjustments to continually improve the
syllabus, curriculum and course materials. May be based upon
programmatic and/or student feedback.
- Prepare and deliver course materials, lectures/presentations,
and design learning assessments.
- Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to
fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning.
- Stay current within the subject, discipline or field of
practice.
- Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources
appropriately to enhance the curriculum.
- Utilize course support platforms, including the Canvas Learning
Management System and Zoom Pro (as applicable).
- Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes
to students, and clearly outline/explain the grading policies for
the course.
- Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely
manner.
- Employ culturally competent and inclusive teaching
methodologies in the classroom (including teaching non-native
speakers and/or students with academic letters of accommodations
for disabilities).
- Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and
assign grades.
- Post final student grades to the transcript system within two
weeks of course completion.
- Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with
Program Director/Manager as needed.
- Retain student records according to University policies.
Editing and Technical Communication Courses: Link Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required.
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
- All work must be performed in the United States, whether in
person or online.
- For those who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a
legal permit that allows work in the United States (such as a US
visa that allows employment) is required by the start date of the
position. Due to the part-time, temporary nature of instructor
positions, UC Berkeley Extension is unable to provide US visa/work
permits for this position. Preferred qualifications
- 5 or more years of industry experience in professional editing
(copyediting, developmental editing, indexing, proofreading) and/or
professional technical writing, technical editing, and technical
information design.
- Teaching, training or coaching experience in the course
subject, within a U.S. corporate environment, or at a U.S.
college/university institution.
- Experience teaching online and/or developing academic content
for online courses.
- Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives,
lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments,
assessments, exams, and quizzes.
- Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and
information.
- Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills
(English).
- Effective organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team
environment.
- Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and
other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas);
lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video
conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file
sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools
(email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc). Application
Requirements Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter - In your cover letter, please include information
about how your pedagogical approaches and classroom strategies will
contribute to an equitable and inclusive classroom environment.
Please also include any other Editing & Technical Communication
related topics that you have taught or are interested in teaching.
Reference requirements
- References are requested from candidates at the interviewing
stage, and references are only contacted for finalists. Apply link:
Link Help contact: extension-jobs@berkeley.edu About UC Berkeley UC
Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and
belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an
environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students,
and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will
demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and
inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g.,
teaching, research, and service, as applicable). The University of
California, Berkeley 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. Please refer to the University of
California's Affirmative Action Policy and the University of
California's Anti-Discrimination Policy. In searches when letters
of reference are required all letters will be treated as
confidential per University of California policy and California
state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters
are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career
center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to
submitting their letter. 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 San Francisco Bay Area,
California, U.S.A.
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