Pathway Program Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension

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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) The instructor will run this course twice weekly with the assistance of 1-2 Instructor Assistants. This course will take place in person in Westwood Village, and will consist of 10-15 students.

The instructor will be provided the syllabus and course content, but is encouraged to build their own teachings and expand on previous lessons. 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