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Inside Higher Ed · 2 weeks ago

Instructor Pool Online Data Analytics, Data Science, Software Development

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking dynamic instructors for UC Berkeley Extension's online programs in Data Analytics, Data Science, Software Development, and Cybersecurity. The role involves teaching online courses and supporting students through inclusive curriculum and pedagogy, with responsibilities varying based on course format.

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Responsibilities

Support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy

Syllabus development

Assignment development

Lesson planning for class meetings

Preparing and submitting required texts and course materials

Reviewing and updating Canvas course site

Delivering lectures, presentations, and learning activities for all required hours of instruction

Reviewing the syllabus and pre-populated online course content

Learning and utilizing Canvas classroom management tools

Requesting any training needs from the Program Director or Department Director

Completing required trainings as mandated by the UC Presidential policies

Responding to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner

Grading student assignments and posting final student grades to the instructor portal in a timely manner

Utilizing University-approved course support platforms including the Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom, Instructor Portal, Google Workspace, etc

Reviewing and following University and departmental policies, logistics, and other guidelines as published on the departmental Instructional Resource Site

Responding to other requests from the Program Director or Department Director in a timely manner

Qualification

Data AnalyticsData ScienceSoftware DevelopmentCybersecuritySQLPythonMachine LearningTeaching ExperienceLearning Management SystemsEffective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCollaborationAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required

5 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree

All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred

6 or more years of professional industry work experience in the course subject

Advanced degree in course subject preferred

Teaching, training or coaching experience in the course subject, within a U.S. corporate environment, or 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)

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

Sample Syllabi and/or Teaching Evaluations