Instructor Pool - Mathematics and Statistics - UC Berkeley Extension

Position overview

Salary range: The compensation model varies depending upon the course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, a reasonable estimate for this position is $3,250 - $6,000 total per course. For an asynchronous Start Anytime Online course, this position is paid $160 - $180 per final student course grade submitted each month; a reasonable estimate ranges from $2,560 - $18,000 total per course, and monthly payments typically begin within 6 months after the course start date.

Instructor compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.

Percent time: Part-time 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 applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9-12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.

Position duration: Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall/spring semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 7 to 17 weeks. For the summer semester, course length is typically 8 weeks long. For asynchronous online start anytime courses, agreement length typically ranges from approximately 6-18 months. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.

Open date: October 2, 2025

Next review date: Monday, Jan 26, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Thursday, Oct 1, 2026 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.

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and plays an essential part of the University mission to: extend the research and scholarship of UC Berkeley to a global community;

increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students; and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is a part of the division under the leadership of the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to undergraduate, professional, and continuing education in Mathematics and Statistics to teach one or more online courses each year for our Sciences, Mathematics, and Biotechnology department.

Courses are offered online:

• Online instruction is delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or through synchronous live lectures (Zoom).
• Most synchronous live online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on the weekend (U.S.A. Pacific Time).

We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in (but not limited to) the following course subjects. For a complete list of courses and course descriptions, please refer to the departmental link below.

Mathematics

• Analytic Geometry
• Calculus I
• Calculus II
• College Algebra
• Linear Algebra
• Math for Management
• Multi-variable Calculus
• Pre-Calculus

Statistics

• Introduction to Statistics

Other Mathematics or Statistics Course or Subject Areas
(please specify in your cover letter or teaching statement)

Teaching Experience

• Classroom Teaching Experience
• Synchronous Online Teaching Experience (online lectures via Zoom)
• Asynchronous Online Teaching Experience (via learning management system)

The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties and expectations will vary depending on the method of instruction including:
Synchronous Live Online (Zoom) or Asynchronous Online (Start Anytime).

• For synchronous instruction (live online courses), duties include but are not limited to: syllabus development; assignment development; lesson planning for class meetings; preparing and submitting required texts and course materials; reviewing and updating Canvas course site; and delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction.
• For asynchronous instruction (start anytime online courses), duties include but are not limited to: reviewing the syllabus and pre-populated online course content; learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management…