Teacher Education and Credential Programs Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension
University of California Los Angeles
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Posted: 19-Dec-25
Location: Los Angeles, California
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 6800953
Teacher Education and Credential Programs Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF10768
UCLA Extension is considered one of the top programs of its kind, offering to more than 35,000 students per year approximately 4,500 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's Teacher Education and Credential Programs provide rigorous, practice-based online learning designed to help educators strengthen instruction, meet California credential requirements, and advance their professional effectiveness in today's classrooms. Courses are built for working teachers and emphasize immediately applicable strategies, reflective practice, and evidence-based growth.
This online specialization prepares educators to effectively teach and support English learners through research-informed instructional methods, language development strategies, culturally and linguistically responsive practices, and assessment-driven planning. Candidates build capacity to design equitable learning environments and implement integrated and designated ELD approaches aligned to California expectations.
Teacher Induction - California Clear Credential - Specialization UCLA Extension's Teacher Induction program supports credentialed teachers in earning the California Clear Credential through structured professional learning, goal setting, classroom-based inquiry, and mentoring. Job Description
UCLA Extension seeks experienced, equity-minded educators to teach and support candidates in state-aligned teacher education and credential programs. The Instructor delivers high-quality online instruction that strengthens pedagogical practice, accelerates teacher growth, and ensures candidates are prepared to serve diverse learners-especially English learners-while meeting California credentialing requirements. The Instructor supports candidates through rigorous, practice-based learning, reflective coaching, and professional feedback aligned to program outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction and Course Delivery
Teach one or more online courses within CTEL/CLAD and/or Teacher Induction specializations, using UCLA Extension course shells and approved curriculum.
Facilitate engaging learning experiences that integrate theory-to-practice, including lesson planning, assessment, differentiation, and culturally responsive instruction.
Instructor Duties:
Instructor, Teacher Education and Credential Programs (CTEL/CLAD + Teacher Induction)
Teach assigned online courses within CTEL/CLAD and/or Teacher Induction (School Mentor Track and University Mentor Track).
Facilitate weekly course engagement (announcements, discussions, learning activities, and synchronous sessions when scheduled).
Deliver clear instruction on program expectations, state-aligned outcomes, and performance requirements.
Evaluate candidate work using program rubrics and provide timely, specific, growth-oriented feedback.
Support candidates in applying course learning to real classroom practice (lesson design, differentiation, assessment, EL supports).
Reinforce effective instruction for English learners, including integrated/designated ELD strategies, language objectives, and scaffolds.
Guide induction candidates through reflective cycles of inquiry (goals, evidence collection, analysis, action steps).
Communicate professionally and consistently with candidates; respond to inquiries within established turnaround times.
Monitor participation and intervene early when candidates show signs of disengagement or risk of non-completion.
Maintain accurate records in the LMS and designated tracking systems (attendance/engagement, grades, required documentation).
Collaborate with program leadership and staff to ensure alignment across courses, mentoring structures, and credentialing requirements.
Participate in instructor onboarding, norming/calibration, and periodic program improvement meetings or trainings.
Uphold UCLA Extension policies on academic integrity, accessibility, student privacy, and professional conduct.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction
UCLA is known worldwide for the breadth and quality of its academic, research, health care, cultural, continuing education and athletic programs. UCLA offers undergraduate degrees in more than 127 majors and graduate degrees in 198 program areas. UCLA has 11 highly regarded professional schools. Eight are ranked among the nation's top 15 in their field by U.S. News & World Report. UCLA is consistently among the most popular campus in the nation for undergraduate applicants. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union.
