The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) is a self-supporting unit within the University of California. Funding is generated through fees collected from a diverse, complex, and ever-changing student population. Part-time instructor positions are on a course by course contracted basis. This is NOT a faculty position.
The online teaching position below is now available in the Business Administration Certificate Program. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and/or teaching experience in the topic of Modern Business Writing.
Specific Instructor Duties
* Develop and/or update course syllabi in consultation with the UCI DCE Business Programs Manager as assigned and using approved syllabus template.
* Prepare and deliver online course materials and learning assessments in the assigned format.
* Develop video and recorded lectures and/or PowerPoint-style presentations with audio, forum discussions, and synchronous sessions, among other things for course materials and assessments.
* Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform.
* Clearly communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students and outline the grading policies for the course.
* Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades accordingly.
* Submit final student grades to the transcript system by established deadlines.
* Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely and professional manner.
* Address student inquiries about final grades and consult with Director/Program Manager as needed.
* Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice.
* Participate in required orientations and complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by UC Irvine.
* Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including completing all hiring paperwork and signing quarterly contracts.
* Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies that are inclusive to both domestic and international student populations.
* Allow students to review their final exams/papers for up to 13 months following the last class session.
* Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (e.g., making arrangements for guest speakers, etc.).
* Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning.
* Periodically update materials and regularly monitor course evaluations to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum.
Our curriculum is constantly updated and tailored to bring students the background, expertise, and business practices to remain competitive and advance their careers. Taught by qualified practitioners, our courses feature practical applications, underlying rationale, and current issues, all of which can be immediately utilized in and applied to our students' work environments.
Part-time, temporary assignments are on an as-needed basis. This is an ONGOING recruitment. We accept part-time instructor applications all year long; when the division has a need to fill, we refer to the "pool" of applications on file. We are looking specifically for instructors who are qualified to teach the following course as early as Spring quarter (beginning March 2025).
Modern Business Writing - Course Description
Effective writing is a powerful tool in the business environment. Learn how to articulate your thoughts in a clear and concise manner that will allow your ideas to be better understood by your readers. Improve your business writing skill by learning to select and use appropriate formats for your audience, use the correct medium and adjust your writing style accordingly, as well as identify your objective and communicate it clearly. You'll also learn to spot, correct and avoid the most common writing pitfalls, and gain valuable experience analyzing, writing and revising a wide spectrum of business documents. From a simple interoffice memo to a twenty-page business proposal, learn how to put good business writing to work for you.
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
* Discuss various communication myths and facts, communication behaviors, trends in business writing
and communication channels.
* Identify and apply the current trends of positive, simple and courteous business writing including
emphasizing benefits to the recipient.
* Recognize redundancies, opening fillers, noun phrases, and trite phrases as well as how to eliminate
them.
* Demonstrate the ability to write three types of routine memos and e-mails effectively.
* Demonstrate the ability to write routine letters including goodwill, sales, persuasive and negative
messages effectively.
* Demonstrate the ability to develop, organize, and finalize a typical business report.
* Develop, organize, and finalize an employment communication portfolio including the preparation of a
resume, letter of application, and follow-up letter
Full program details can be found on our program page: Business Administration
Individuals hired to teach these courses must understand that all such agreements with the University are made on a course-by-course basis and that the Instructor will be made no guarantee of continual involvement with the University in any capacity.
Qualifications
Basic
* Advanced degree from an accredited institution
Additional
* Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area
* Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity
* Highly effective oral and written communication 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
* Current participation in professional associations
* Comfort in dealing with international professionals and students
Preferred
* Experience designing/revising curriculum and measuring student performance
* College-level teaching experience (or the corporate equivalent)
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.
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, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
- "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's 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.
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.
University of California - Irvine
Apr 04, 2025