Hospitality Instructor UCLA Extension
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Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
***IMPORTANT - TO APPLY TO POSITION YOU MUST APPLY THROUGH THE FOLLOWING JOB LINK: overview
Position title:InstructorSalary range:SEE POSTING Window
Open date:December 8 2025
Final date:Wednesday Jan 7 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
UCLA Extension is considered one of the top programs of its kind offering to more than 35000 students per year approximately 4500 classes and non-degree certificate programs to meet the professional development continuing education and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of nontraditional students as well as companies and organizations throughout and beyond the Los Angeles region.
Course / Program Description
UCLA Extension is launching a series of Hospitality Courses and is looking for instructors to teach courses in Use of Technology to enhance the customer Experience and potentially other related topics Digital Concierge VR Content for Hotels Strategic Operation for Front Desk Supervisors in the Hotel Industry Forecasting and Demand Management Event Design and Story Telling at Large Venues Food and Beverage Innovation.
Job Description
Instructors teach students to understand the fundamentals technical aspects and concepts of the subject matter. More importantly they prepare students to utilize this understanding practically in the addition to teaching proficiency in technical matters instructors utilize case studies and real-life examples wherever possible to help students take their understanding from the pages of the textbook into the work of the real world. To accomplish this instructors foster a collaborative inclusive learning environment developed to support the success of all UCLA Extension students coming from a wide range of educational personal and professional backgrounds. Must be available to teach courses in a variety of formats from In-person courses in Westwood or Downtown Los Angeles Online via zoom or Online in an asynchronous format.
Instructor Duties:
Develop and/or update course syllabus in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director as assigned using approved
syllabus template
Prepare and deliver course materials and learning assessments in assigned format (in-person or hybrid)
Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform for in-person courses and as the delivery
platform for online and hybrid courses
Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students and clearly outline the grading policies for the
course
Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades
Post final student grades to the transcript system in a timely manner no later than 2 weeks after the last date of course
meeting
Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice
Participate in required orientations and instructor training programs
Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: completing all hiring paperwork; submitting updated
quarterly syllabus; posting bio and photo on the UCLA Extension website; signing quarterly contract; ordering required texts;
communicating AV and classroom needs.
Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student
populations
Use subject-matter expertise to impart knowledge to students and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the
curriculum (i.e. make arrangements for guest speakers etc.)
Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning
General Employment Information
Employment as a UCLA Extension Instructoris dictated by contract terms and conditions. Please take the time to read theUCLA Extension Instructor Employment Policies
For information onUCLA Extension instructor benefits please visitPay Benefits & Privileges.
Instructor Resources: qualifications Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity highly effective oral and written communication Work experience in the field Teaching and/or training experience.*
skills including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
Highly effective interpersonal skills Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online
teaching tools
Preferred qualifications
Advanced degree from an accredited institution preferred.*
Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area.*
Application Requirements
Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae/Resume - Your most recently updated Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Cover Letter
References are requested from candidates after the interviewing stage and references are only contacted for finalists via SkillSurvey system.
About UCLA
As a University employee you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements as may be amended from time to time. Federal state or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
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.
As a condition of employment the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
- Misconduct means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicants previous place of employment including but not limited to violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment sexual assault or other forms of harassment discrimination dishonesty or unethical conduct as defined by the employer.
- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees Students and Third Parties
- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
Job location
Los Angeles CAUCLA Extension- Apply Here:https:// READ:All interested prospective applicants for this positionmustapply using the link abovein order to be considered as a potential candidate.
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Service
- Hospitality Management
- Hotel Experience
- Hospitality Experience
- Management Experience
- Event Planning
- Employment & Labor Law
- Project Management Software
- Customer relationship management
- Restaurant Management
About Company
UCLA Extension provides best in class education in business, engineering, arts, education, and much more. Classes held online and in person.
