Instructor Pool – Online Business Programs – UC Berkeley Extension
The University of California, Berkeley
About this position
Position Overview
Position title: Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track) 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 $1,425 – $5,700 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, this position is paid $170 – $180 per enrolled student and a reasonable estimate ranges from $1,020 – $7,200 total per course. For an asynchronous Start Anytime Online course, this position is paid $170 – $180 per final student course grade submitted each month; a reasonable estimate ranges from $2,720 – $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. Applications are typically reviewed for the fall term between February through April; for the spring term June through August; and for the summer term between September through November. Position duration: Length of courses differs depending on the subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For the fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from approximately 4 to 19 weeks. For asynchronous online start anytime courses, agreement length typically ranges from 9 to 18 months. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.
Application Window
Open date: October 2, 2025 Next review date:Wednesday, Apr 15, 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.
Position Description
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 Business and Management to teach one or more online courses each year. 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).
Qualifications
Basic qualifications(required at time of application)Bachelor’s degree or equivalent international degree required. Additional qualifications(required at time of start)3 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree. U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization: All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf. Preferred qualificationsAdvanced degree in course subject preferred. 4 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree. Teaching, training, mentoring, or coaching experience in the course subject, within a U.S. corporate environment or at a U.S. college/university institution. Knowledge of federal and California state laws and regulations as applicable to the course subject. Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes. Experience teaching and/or developing academic content for online courses. Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information. Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills (English). Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work within a team environment. Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) instructional and other technology, such as: Learning Management Systems (Canvas); lecture/presentation capture applications (Panopto); online video conferencing (Zoom); Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint); file sharing (Google drive or Dropbox); and Google Workspace tools (email, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, etc). The following professional industry credentials are preferred for the following programs: Accounting: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Accounting (Fraud and Forensic Accounting): Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. Personal Financial Planning: Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) with the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Project Management: Project Management Professional (PMP®), Project Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP®), or Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP®) with the Project Management Institute (PMI)
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae or Resume - Your most recently updated C.V. or Resume. Instructor Information Form - Download the Instructor Information Form PDF to your computer desktop and open it using the Adobe Acrobat application. It is not recommended to use an internet PDF viewer or Google Docs to complete this form. Complete, save, and upload the PDF form to your AP Recruit application. Reference requirements References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists. Apply link:https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04723 Help contact:extension-jobs@berkeley.edu
Job Location
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