Information Technology Instructor

Join the UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies (DES) and Inspire the Next Generation of Technology Leaders!

At UC San Diego's Division of Extended Studies (DES), we are committed to providing cutting-edge technology education that empowers individuals to advance their careers and make an impact in the ever-evolving tech industry. Our diverse array of technology courses and certificate programs—spanning Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Database Management, Software Quality Assurance, and more—are designed to meet the educational needs of both experienced professionals and aspiring tech enthusiasts.

For more information about our existing courses, please visit our IT Operations and Management and System Administration, Networking and Security website.

As we continue to expand our offerings, we are looking for dynamic, forward-thinking instructors who are passionate about teaching and eager to share their expertise with a diverse group of learners. Whether you're helping seasoned professionals hone their skills or guiding newcomers into the exciting world of information technology, your role will be instrumental in shaping the next generation of tech talent.

Impactful Education
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At UC San Diego (DES), we don’t just teach—we inspire and equip our students to achieve their professional goals, from advancing in their current careers to entering the IT field for the first time.

Innovative Learning Environment
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Work with motivated, engaged students who are eager to enhance their skills and make meaningful strides in the tech world. Your teaching will help bridge the gap between theory and real-world application, ensuring students walk away with practical, valuable expertise.

Flexibility and Growth
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As we continuously expand our technology programs, we encourage instructors to bring their innovative ideas and course suggestions. If there’s a technology subject that’s not yet covered in our curriculum, but you believe it’s vital for our students, we want to hear from you!

Collaborative Culture
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You’ll join a community of talented educators and industry professionals, all working together to provide high-quality, relevant training that meets the needs of both local and national learners.

If you're passionate about technology education and excited to be part of an institution that’s dedicated to empowering individuals and driving innovation, we’d love to have you join us. Help us shape the future of tech by teaching students who are ready to take their careers—and the tech industry—by storm.

UC San Diego (DES) is always looking to expand its continuing education offerings in technology, so we welcome topics suggested by the applicant that may not be yet available to students in our current portfolio of courses and programs.

A reasonable estimate of compensation for teaching one section of this course is $1,500-$7,000. The amount determined within the compensation range is dependent upon course modality, units of instruction, and number of enrollments. Instructional agreements are made on a section-by-section basis at the discretion of the University with no guarantee to teach future sections of this course or any other courses.

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; are currently being investigated for misconduct; left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct; or have filed an appeal with a previous employer. "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.

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• Teach & Inspire
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  Share your subject-matter expertise to educate and engage students.
• Stay Current
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  Keep up with industry advancements and best practices in your field.
• Course Design
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  Develop syllabi and curriculum…