UC Merced Professional & Continuing Education is seeking experienced and qualified candidates to provide instruction in closely related fields of Education. Courses may be offered in academic credit and non-credit options.
Sample courses:
- CalTPA 1 Support for Multiple and Single Subject Candidates
- CalTPA 2 Support for Multiple and Single Subject Candidates
- GMAT Study Guide & Test Prep
- LSAT Study Guide & Test Prep
- MCAT Study Guide & Test Prep
- Single Subject Methods: English Language Arts
- Single Subject Methods: History & Social Sciences
- Single Subject Methods: Mathematics
- Single Subject Methods: Science
- Teacher Exam Preparation Bootcamp
For a full list of active courses being offered in Education, please visit:
https://pace.ucmerced.edu/professional-learning/education-credentials
In addition to teaching the course(s), the instructor is responsible for creating a syllabus, holding weekly office hours (2 hours/week), and grading examinations and/or papers.
UC Merced Professional & Continuing Education anticipates hiring multiple part-time instructors for the courses listed above throughout the year based on the course sections scheduled and/or planned.
Part-Time UNEX Instructors are hired on an as need basis with a start date within one year from this job posting. Hired instructors may remain eligible to teach for up to 5 years on an intermittent basis.
About UC Merced PACE:
UC Merced Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) offers access to the university's academic courses through Open University and provides professional courses in a variety of industry fields (education, business, technology, renewable energy, healthcare, etc.). UC Merced PACE partners with regional community initiatives and organizations to boost economic and social development with a focus on delivering courses in convenient and flexible formats, including fully online, hybrid, in-person, and custom modalities.
UC Merced PACE offers workforce-responsive, non-degree credentials and credential pathways that provide opportunities to upskill and re-skill. We can develop and deliver skills-based, alternative credential programs that align with employer needs and high demand jobs. Alternative credentials are non-degree, professional credit, certificate, stackable, micro-credentials, bootcamps, etc.
UC Merced PACE is growing exponentially including new certificates, courses, and other forms of microcredentials. In the last two years, the division has introduced over 60 new courses and 5 new programs.
To learn more about PACE please visit: https://pace.ucmerced.edu/about-us .
Qualifications
Basic qualifications
A master's degree in relevant field of Education.
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the closely related field or publish research in the closely related field
Demonstrated theoretical and practical knowledge in the designated topic area
Preferred qualifications
Experience teaching or providing professional development in the closely related field
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Authorization to Release Information Form - 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 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 or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here . Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.
Statement of Teaching
Reference requirements
3 required (contact information only)
Help contact: [email protected]
About UC Merced
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 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 or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application: Required Authorization of Information Release Form .
Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position.
Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy , the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy , and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment .
The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system’s 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness) , UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.
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 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. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs .
Job location In-person, Hybrid, or Remote
