Course Developer (Part-Time), Professional and Continuing Education – Creative Nonfiction

Course Developer (Part-Time), Professional and Continuing Education – Creative Nonfiction Position Overview

Title: Course Developer (Part-Time), Professional and Continuing Education – Creative Nonfiction

UW Continuum College expands the reach of the University of Washington by delivering educational programs that meet the needs of learners at all phases of their lives. We’re focused on removing obstacles to relevant educational opportunities by addressing geographic, financial, length of commitment, and time constraints, increasing access to knowledge for more people. By looking ahead and experimenting with new approaches, we’re creating new educational opportunities to help people thrive in a world of change.

UW Continuum College (UWC2) has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time course developer for the new Professional & Continuing Education (PCE) Creative Nonfiction non-credit course.

Part-time course developers provide subject matter expertise and create/revise content for new or existing non-credit programs . The Course Developer works with an instructional designer, program manager, and video production specialist to create content that is relevant to adult learners seeking to expand skills and accelerate their careers. In some cases, the developer will create a curriculum map, which provides a high-level outline of the program.

In other cases, a curriculum map will already be in place and the role is focused on building the content of each lesson.

The pay range for these positions is $45-55 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Length of assignments and shifts vary depending on specific staffing needs of individual courses and programs.

Course Developers may do some, or all, of the following…

• Collaborate with the design team and other subject matter experts, to create high-quality course curriculum that aligns with the intended format of the course. Content includes:
  • Readings and external resources
  • Assessments (quizzes, knowledge checks, exams, projects)
  • Activities
  • Slide Presentations with notes
• Scripts and Video and/or audio recording
• Collaborate with the design team and other content developers, contribute to the creation of teaching notes to help orient future instructors to the content.
• Collaborate with UWC2 staff to ensure course materials meet University accessibility requirements and standards.
• Complete all deliverables on time as outlined in the contract and statement of work
• Respond to feedback from UWC² staff and other instructors or advisory board members
• Participate in an initial project kick‑off and/or scoping meeting
• Participate in check‑in meetings as needed (may be in‑person or virtual)
• Complete relevant learning technology training, and other training as needed or required.

UWC2 Extension Lecturers / Course Developers are Academic Staff, not faculty. These are part-time, temporary positions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years of experience including: creative nonfiction writing, narrative storytelling, and nonfiction genres such as personal essays, narrative journalism, profiles, literary reportage, and longform storytelling.
• Flexible individual who is open to new and innovative ways of delivering educational experiences beyond a traditional classroom format.
• Ability and desire to successfully work with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Legal authorization to work and receive compensation in the United States. These positions are not eligible for visa sponsorship.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior teaching experience, particularly with adult learners.
• Prior experience teaching/presenting in an online environment.

Applications received by September 4, 2026, will receive priority consideration.

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic…