Design Communication Arts Instructor – UCLA Extension

Design Communication Arts Instructor – UCLA Extension

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 disciplines in Design & Arts span subject areas such as Design Communication Arts, User Experience, Photography, Studio Arts, and Art History. Our courses and certificate programs offer students the opportunity to learn from highly qualified practitioners who are passionate about teaching.

Applications to teach are accepted throughout the year in order to fill immediate program needs and to increase the depth of the instructor pool, but interviews will only be scheduled with qualified applicants who can fill anticipated open positions.

Qualified applicants possessing current industry knowledge and professional experience in one or more of the following topic areas are encouraged to apply:

• Graphic Design
• Branding
• Design Thinking
• Digital Illustration
• Publication Design
• Design-For-Good
• Advertising Design
• Motion Graphics
• Adobe Software
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Creatives
• Soft Goods and Wearables

Class formats include Live Online, Online and In-person. Each course is 11 weeks, enrollment limited to 20 students.

Instructor duties include:

• 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.
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
• 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.
• Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations.
• Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field.
• Respond to student inquiries about final grades and consult with Program Director as needed.
• Maintain a record of final grades for up to 13 months following the last class session.

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.

Basic qualifications include:

• Creation of innovative design solutions, with portfolio examples and specific role(s) in producing
• 3 or more years industry experience.
• Commitment to the highest level of academic standards and integrity.
• Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence.
• Proficiency in or willingness to learn the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools.

Preferred qualifications include:

• College-level and/or continuing education teaching experience preferred.
• Experience designing curriculum and measuring student performance preferred.

Application requirements include:

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume – Your most recently updated C.V./resume.
• Cover Letter

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

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.

Job location: Los Angeles, CA