Instructor Pool – Interior Design – 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 $1,170 – $3,510 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, this position is paid $120 per enrolled student and a reasonable estimate ranges from $960 – $2,640 total per course. 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. 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 15 weeks. Further course agreements may be assigned based upon program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.
Application Window
Open date: August 26, 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: Tuesday, Aug 25, 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 Interior Design to teach one or more online courses each year for our Arts and Humanities department. Courses are offered online: Online instruction is delivered through synchronous live lectures (Zoom) and asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas). 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, or 3 or more years of teaching 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. Professional Industry Credential: Certified Interior Designer (CCIDC/NCIDQ) Knowledge of federal and California state laws and regulations as applicable to the course subject. 4 or more years of professional industry work experience in the course subject. 4 or more years of teaching experience in the course subject at a U.S. college/university institution. Experience in creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures/presentations, learning activities, assignments, assessments, exams, and quizzes. Experience teaching online 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). Effective organizational skills with attention to detail. 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).
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. or resume. Cover Letter - Please discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests. This can include, for example, specific efforts, accomplishments, and future plans to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Reference requirements References are requested from candidates at the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists. Apply link:https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05005 Help contact:extension-jobs@berkeley.edu
Job Location
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