Writers' Program Instructor - Pool

Position Overview

Position title:

Instructor

Salary range:
See posting - (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./JPF
11157

Open date:
July 8, 2026

• Develop or update course syllabus to meet campus approval requirements in consultation with UCLA Extension Program Director and Program Manager.
• Use subject‑matter expertise to impart knowledge to students and arrange guest speakers.
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to engage participants and reinforce learning.
• Update materials periodically and monitor course evaluations to improve curriculum.
• Utilize Canvas as a course support platform in in‑person and online courses.
• Post final student grades to the transcript system within two weeks of course end.
• Respond to student questions within 24 hours.
• Communicate with Program Director and Program Staff in a timely manner.
• Complete required administrative tasks and submit paperwork, syllabus updates, bio and photo, textbook orders, and other classroom needs.
• Participate in required orientations and instructor training programs.
• Assist in occasional program activities such as competition judging, guest lecturing, community events, and script consultations.
• Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies and inclusive teaching strategies for domestic and international students.
• Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of instruction.
• Maintain a record of final grades for up to 13 months after the last class session.

• 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.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence.
• Proficiency in or willingness to learn instructional technology and online teaching tools.
• College‑level and/or continuing education teaching experience preferred.
• Experience designing curriculum and measuring student performance preferred.

• Creative Writing – documented publications (books, periodicals, literary magazines) and recent publications preferred; prior teaching experience preferred. Specializations:
  Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, Writing for Young Readers.
• Screenwriting – documented produced scripts (features, teleplays, etc.) and recent productions preferred; prior teaching experience preferred. Specializations:
  Features, Television, Graphic novels, Podcasting, Video game writing/Narrative design.
• Editing & Publishing – documented professional experience as publisher staff (excluding self‑publishing) and recent experience preferred; prior teaching experience preferred. Specializations:
  Copyediting, Developmental editing, Editorial management.
• Written Communication – prior teaching experience in English composition at college level and advanced degree (Master’s or higher). Specializations:
  Expository Writing, Persuasive Writing.

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume – most recent CV/Resume including publications/productions, professional experience, and teaching/public‑speaking experience.
• Cover Letter – identifying the area of writing applied for and discussing interest in teaching for UCLA Extension.

Applicants will be hired on a quarterly contract basis. Compensation details are provided in the posting. Instructors must meet formal academic approval to teach a course. All instructors adhere to UCLA policies and collective bargaining agreements.

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.

Los Angeles, CA

Email: ehra.edu