Interior Design Instructor Pool UCLA Extension

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

***IMPORTANT - TO APPLY TO POSITION YOU MUST APPLY THROUGH THE FOLLOWING JOB LINK: overview

Position title:INSTRUCTOR
Salary range:SEE POSTING Window

Open date:January 13 2026

Final date:Tuesday Jun 30 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

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 the open-access self-supporting continuing education division of UCLA. The Architecture and Interior Design program offers a variety of certificate programs and courses including post baccalaureate credit-bearing (400-level) continuing education (CEU) credit and non-credit bearing general interest courses.

Our courses offer students the opportunity to learn from highly qualified practitioners who are passionate about teaching. Applications to teach are accepted throughout the year in order to fill immediate program needs and to increase the depth of the instructor pool but interviews will only be scheduled with qualified applicants who can fill anticipated open.

Job Description

Qualified applicants possessing current industry knowledge and professional experience in one or more of the following Interior Design topic area(s) are encouraged to apply:

Design Fundamentals and Process
Design Software
Design Studios
History of Design
Professional Development
Design Thinking and Problem-Solving Methodologies
Ethical and Responsible Design
Environmental and Sustainability Methodologies
Emerging Technologies & Specialized Areas

For a certificate program overview visit:
Duties:

Develop or update course syllabus to meet campus approval requirements in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director and Program Manager.
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
Update materials periodically and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum.
Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
Communicate with Portfolio Director and Program Staff in a timely manner.
Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: completing all new hire paperwork submitting updated quarterly syllabus posting bio and photo on the UCLA Extension website accepting quarterly contract submitting required textbook orders and communicating classroom needs to the appropriate people.
Participate in required orientations and instructor training programs.
Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations.
Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field.
Respond to student inquiries about final grades and consult with Portfolio Director as needed.
Maintain a record of final grades for up to 13 months following the last class session.

General Employment Information

Employment as a UCLA Extension Instructoris dictated by contract terms and conditions. Please take the time to read the UCLA Extension Instructor Employment Policies

( information onUCLA Extension instructor benefits please visit Pay Benefits & Privileges.

Instructor Resources:: qualifications

Creation of innovative design solutions with portfolio examples and specific role(s) in producing work.
3 or more years of industry experience.
Commitment to the highest level of academic standards and integrity.
Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area.
Active participation in continuing education and professional development to remain current in the field.
Highly effective oral and written communication skills including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence.
Proficiency in or willingness to learn the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools.

Preferred qualifications

*Advanced degree

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae/Resume - Your most recently updated Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Cover Letter

Reference requirements

References are requested from candidates after the interviewing stage and references are only contacted for finalists via SkillSurvey system.

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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 CA

Required Experience:

***IMPORTANT - TO APPLY TO POSITION YOU MUST APPLY THROUGH THE FOLLOWING JOB LINK: overviewPosition title:INSTRUCTORSalary range:SEE POSTING WindowOpen date:January 13 2026Final date:Tuesday Jun 30 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Position descriptionUCLA Extension is considered one of the top program...

Key Skills

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Interior Design Instructor Pool UCLA Extension

Los Angeles, CA - USA

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