UCSB PaCE Part-Time Instructor - English as Second Language; ESL

Position Overview

Position:
Temporary, part‑time instructor – English as a Second Language (ESL).
Salary range: U $50.00 – U $100.00 per hour
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Open date: April 1, 2025
Most recent review date: Tuesday, Apr 15, 2025 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)
Final date: Tuesday, Mar 31, 2026 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)

The Department of Professional and Continuing Education (Extension) at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary, part‑time instructors to teach on‑site and online courses for our Arts & Humanities program. We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject‑matter expertise and a passion for teaching in the following areas.

• Multidisciplinary ESL coursework
• Other related topics

Instructor duties include but are not limited to:

• Make appropriate adjustments to continually improve the syllabus, curriculum and course materials, based upon programmatic and/or student feedback.
• Prepare and deliver course materials and design learning assessments.
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and 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.
• 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 learning 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 as needed.
• Retain student records according to University policies.

The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

A bachelor's degree in a related field or a minimum of one professional certification in a relevant field.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a relevant professional field.

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree or over 5 years experience in a related professional field.
• Strong working knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) software tools.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – your most recently updated CV
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching (optional)

Reference requirements

• 2–4 required (contact information only)

The department will conduct a reference check for the finalist before extending an offer.

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Help contact: julia.choib.edu

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. 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 or discrimination as defined by the employer.

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy for Employees, students and third parties
• APM‑035:
  Affinitive Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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.