Instructor Pool Mathematics and Statistics UC Berkeley Extension

Application Window

Open date:
October 2, 2025
Final date:
Thursday, Oct 1, 2026 (last day to apply)

UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX) invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors to teach one or more online courses each year in the Sciences, Mathematics, and Biotechnology department. The position is part‑time, appointed on a course‑by‑course basis, and may begin as early as the spring semester. Semester courses typically run 7‑17 weeks; summer courses run 8 weeks; asynchronous courses may have agreements of 6‑18 months.

Applicants are considered as needs arise; the applicant pool remains in place for 9‑12 months, after which re‑application is required.

Compensation varies by course format.

• Synchronous Live Online (Zoom): $3,250 – $6,000 per course.
• Asynchronous Start Anytime Online: $160 – $180 per final student grade; total per course $2,560 – $18,000; payments begin within 6 months of course start.

Instruction is delivered asynchronously via Canvas or synchronously via Zoom, usually evening or weekend (Pacific Time). Current eligible subjects include:

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

Other mathematics or statistics courses may be considered—please specify in your cover letter or teaching statement.

• Classroom teaching experience
• Experience teaching synchronous online lectures via Zoom
• Experience teaching asynchronous online courses via Canvas

Instructors will support student success through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Duties vary by format:

• Doctorate degree or equivalent international degree

• U.S. residency and U.S. work authorization (no visa sponsorship)

• Doctorate in the course subject or related area
• 3+ years of professional or undergraduate teaching experience as primary instructor in the subject
• Experience teaching at a U.S. college/university
• Experience creating syllabi, objectives, lectures, activities, assignments, assessments, and quizzes
• Experience teaching online or developing online course content
• Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas clearly
• Commitment to inclusive curriculum, environment, and pedagogy
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Collaborative team player
• Proficiency or willingness to learn technology:
  Canvas, Panopto, Zoom, Microsoft Office, Google Drive/Dropbox, Google Suite

• Curriculum Vitae (most recent)
• Statement of Teaching (discuss experience, approach, inclusive practices, future plans)
• Teaching Evaluations (most recent)
• Cover Letter (optional)

• References requested at interview stage; only finalists contacted

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UC Berkeley 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, or protected veteran status. The university complies with the UC Regents Policy and the University of California Academic Personnel policy. No H‑1B visa sponsorship is offered. The finalist will be required to disclose any final administrative or judicial decision within the last seven years indicating misconduct.

• “Misconduct” means violation of policies or laws governing conduct, including sexual harassment, assault, or discrimination.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy
• APM‑035:
  Aff​irmative Action and Non‑Discrimination