University of California-Berkeley
Instructor Pool - Editing and Technical Communication - UC Berkeley Extension
University of California-Berkeley, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Position overview
Position title:
Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)
Salary range:
The compensation model varies by course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, a reasonable estimate is $2,200–$2,300 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, this position is paid $160–$175 per enrolled student, with a typical range from $1,280–$4,375 per course. For an asynchronous Start Anytime Online course, payment is $160–$175 per final student course grade submitted each month, with a typical range from $800–$8,750 per course and monthly payments typically beginning within 6 months after the course start date. Compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.
Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.
Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.
Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9–12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.
Position duration:
Length of courses differs by subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from 10 to 12 weeks. For asynchronous Start Anytime online courses, agreement length typically ranges from 9 to 18 months. Further course agreements may be assigned based on program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.
Application Window Open date:
September 22, 2025
Next review date:
Monday, Oct 6, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date:
Monday, Jun 22, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will be considered only if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and supports the University mission to extend research and scholarship to a global community, increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students, and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is part of the division led by the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to professional and continuing education in Editing and Technical Communication to teach one or more online courses each year for our Arts and Humanities department.
Courses are offered online:
Online instruction is delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or synchronously via Zoom.
Most synchronous online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on weekends (U.S.A. Pacific Time).
Course Subjects We are seeking qualified applicants with current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in the following subjects (not limited to):
Editing
Copyediting
Developmental Editing
Fiction Editing
Freelancing for Editors
Indexing
Proofreading
Scientific and Medical Editing
Substantive Editing
Technical Communication
Information Design and Communications
Technical Editing
Technical Writing
Other Editing & Technical Communication Course Subjects (please specify in your cover letter)
Teaching Experience
Classroom Teaching Experience
Synchronous Online Teaching Experience (via Zoom)
Asynchronous Online Teaching Experience (via learning management system)
General Duties The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties vary by instruction method (Synchronous Live Online or Asynchronous Online).
Synchronous instruction duties include syllabus development, assignment development, lesson planning, preparing and submitting required texts and materials, updating Canvas, and delivering lectures and activities for required hours.
Asynchronous instruction duties include reviewing syllabus and course content, utilizing Canvas classroom management tools, and coordinating training needs with the Program/Department Director.
For all instruction, duties include completing mandated trainings, responding to student questions, grading and posting final grades, using approved platforms (Canvas, Zoom, Google Workspace, etc.), following policies, and responding to program requests in a timely manner.
Editing Program and Courses Editing Program and Courses: https://extension.berkeley.edu/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=17209&selectedProgramAreaId=15550&selectedProgramStreamId=15614
Technical Communication Program and Courses: https://extension.berkeley.edu/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=17211&selectedProgramAreaId=15550&selectedProgramStreamId=15615
Qualifications Basic qualifications
(required at time of application)
Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required.
Additional qualifications
(required at time of start)
3 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree.
1 or more years of teaching experience since degree.
U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization:
All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
Preferred qualifications
4 or more years of professional industry work experience in editing (copyediting, developmental editing, indexing, proofreading) and/or professional technical writing, editing, and information design.
2 or more years of teaching, training, or coaching experience in the course subject, in a U.S. corporate environment or a U.S. college/university.
Experience creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures, activities, assignments, assessments, and exams.
Experience teaching online and/or developing online course content.
Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas clearly; commitment to inclusive pedagogy.
Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to collaborate in a team.
Proficiency in or willingness to learn instructional technologies (Canvas, Panopto, Zoom, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, etc.).
Application Requirements Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae (CV) – Your most recently updated CV.
Cover Letter – Discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests, including efforts, accomplishments, and plans to support inclusive pedagogy.
Reference requirements
References are requested at the interviewing stage and are contacted only for finalists.
Apply link:
https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04783
Help contact:
extension-jobs@berkeley.edu
About UC Berkeley UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service. These values are aligned with UC policies on affirmative action and nondiscrimination. Details are available in UC Berkeley and related policy statements. Letters of reference provided to the department remain confidential as per UC policy. Applicants should review all applicable policies prior to submitting references.
As a University of California employee, you will be required to comply with University policies and applicable bargaining agreements. Federal, state, or local directives may impose additional requirements. The finalist may be asked to disclose any final administrative or judicial misconduct actions within the last seven years.
Job location San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.
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Instructor (Non-Senate, Non-Tenure Track)
Salary range:
The compensation model varies by course delivery format. For a synchronous Live Online course, a reasonable estimate is $2,200–$2,300 total per course. For an asynchronous Fixed Date Online course, this position is paid $160–$175 per enrolled student, with a typical range from $1,280–$4,375 per course. For an asynchronous Start Anytime Online course, payment is $160–$175 per final student course grade submitted each month, with a typical range from $800–$8,750 per course and monthly payments typically beginning within 6 months after the course start date. Compensation is determined by course length, number of units, enrollment, budgetary considerations, and other factors.
Percent time:
Part-time by agreement on a course-by-course basis.
Anticipated start:
Some appointments may begin as early as the spring semester.
Review timeline:
Applicants are considered for positions as needs arise; the existence of this applicant pool does not guarantee that a position is available. The applicant pool will remain in place for 9–12 months; those interested in remaining in the applicant pool beyond the advertised final closing date must reapply.
Position duration:
Length of courses differs by subject, level, format/schedule, and credits taught. For fall, spring, and summer semesters, course length typically ranges from 10 to 12 weeks. For asynchronous Start Anytime online courses, agreement length typically ranges from 9 to 18 months. Further course agreements may be assigned based on program needs, meritorious performance, and funding availability.
Application Window Open date:
September 22, 2025
Next review date:
Monday, Oct 6, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date:
Monday, Jun 22, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will be considered only if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX), the continuing education branch of the University of California, Berkeley, has been building bridges between UC Berkeley and the public since 1891. UNEX serves the professional and continuing education goals of thousands of people each year and supports the University mission to extend research and scholarship to a global community, increase access to higher education for non-traditional, online, and international students, and improve the workforce. UC Berkeley Extension is part of the division led by the Dean of Extended Education that also includes Berkeley Summer Sessions, Berkeley Study Abroad, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
UC Berkeley Extension invites applications for a pool of qualified, dynamic instructors with a commitment to professional and continuing education in Editing and Technical Communication to teach one or more online courses each year for our Arts and Humanities department.
Courses are offered online:
Online instruction is delivered asynchronously through our learning management system (Canvas) or synchronously via Zoom.
Most synchronous online lecture courses are offered in the evening and on weekends (U.S.A. Pacific Time).
Course Subjects We are seeking qualified applicants with current subject matter expertise and/or teaching knowledge in the following subjects (not limited to):
Editing
Copyediting
Developmental Editing
Fiction Editing
Freelancing for Editors
Indexing
Proofreading
Scientific and Medical Editing
Substantive Editing
Technical Communication
Information Design and Communications
Technical Editing
Technical Writing
Other Editing & Technical Communication Course Subjects (please specify in your cover letter)
Teaching Experience
Classroom Teaching Experience
Synchronous Online Teaching Experience (via Zoom)
Asynchronous Online Teaching Experience (via learning management system)
General Duties The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Specific duties vary by instruction method (Synchronous Live Online or Asynchronous Online).
Synchronous instruction duties include syllabus development, assignment development, lesson planning, preparing and submitting required texts and materials, updating Canvas, and delivering lectures and activities for required hours.
Asynchronous instruction duties include reviewing syllabus and course content, utilizing Canvas classroom management tools, and coordinating training needs with the Program/Department Director.
For all instruction, duties include completing mandated trainings, responding to student questions, grading and posting final grades, using approved platforms (Canvas, Zoom, Google Workspace, etc.), following policies, and responding to program requests in a timely manner.
Editing Program and Courses Editing Program and Courses: https://extension.berkeley.edu/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=17209&selectedProgramAreaId=15550&selectedProgramStreamId=15614
Technical Communication Program and Courses: https://extension.berkeley.edu/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=17211&selectedProgramAreaId=15550&selectedProgramStreamId=15615
Qualifications Basic qualifications
(required at time of application)
Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree required.
Additional qualifications
(required at time of start)
3 or more years of professional industry work experience since degree.
1 or more years of teaching experience since degree.
U.S.A. Residency and U.S.A. Work Authorization:
All work must be performed in the United States, whether in person or online. For applicants who are not US citizens or permanent residents, a valid US work authorization is required for the duration of employment. Applicants should not expect the department to sponsor a work visa on their behalf.
Preferred qualifications
4 or more years of professional industry work experience in editing (copyediting, developmental editing, indexing, proofreading) and/or professional technical writing, editing, and information design.
2 or more years of teaching, training, or coaching experience in the course subject, in a U.S. corporate environment or a U.S. college/university.
Experience creating syllabi, learning objectives, lectures, activities, assignments, assessments, and exams.
Experience teaching online and/or developing online course content.
Ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas clearly; commitment to inclusive pedagogy.
Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to collaborate in a team.
Proficiency in or willingness to learn instructional technologies (Canvas, Panopto, Zoom, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, etc.).
Application Requirements Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae (CV) – Your most recently updated CV.
Cover Letter – Discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and other/future teaching interests, including efforts, accomplishments, and plans to support inclusive pedagogy.
Reference requirements
References are requested at the interviewing stage and are contacted only for finalists.
Apply link:
https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04783
Help contact:
extension-jobs@berkeley.edu
About UC Berkeley UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service. These values are aligned with UC policies on affirmative action and nondiscrimination. Details are available in UC Berkeley and related policy statements. Letters of reference provided to the department remain confidential as per UC policy. Applicants should review all applicable policies prior to submitting references.
As a University of California employee, you will be required to comply with University policies and applicable bargaining agreements. Federal, state, or local directives may impose additional requirements. The finalist may be asked to disclose any final administrative or judicial misconduct actions within the last seven years.
Job location San Francisco Bay Area, California, U.S.A.
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