Job description

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POSITION OVERVIEW
Position title: Instructor
Salary range: $3235 per course or quarterly; Course duration: Quarterly

APPLICATION WINDOW

Open date: February 27, 2023

Next review date: Friday, Mar 10, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Mar 31, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

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 Description:
This course covers aspects of financial management for owners and key employees of small to mid-size companies. Major topics include recognizing the importance and value of financial management for small and mid-size companies; understanding financial information as a critical component for controlling and growing a company; identifying financial tools for effectively managing company assets, including cash, receivables, inventory, plant and equipment; applying capital budgeting, credit management, and working capital management for improving business operations; using horizontal, vertical, and ratio analysis of financial information for effective business management; creating and using financial projections for channeling and managing business resources; and anticipating business change and how to handle it.

Job Description:
A teaching position is now available for a Financial Tools and Business Growth course. Qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and teaching experience in the following topic area(s) are encouraged to apply:

• Financial management of small and mid-sized companies
• Understanding of the importance of financial management for business growth
• Various financial tools for managing a company's assets
• Analysis of financial information and projections for effective business management
• Anticipating and managing change

This course is delivered IN PERSON. Candidates must be available to teach in person in Los Angeles.

Instructor Duties:

• Develop and/or update course syllabus in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director as assigned using approved syllabus template
• Prepare and deliver course materials and learning assessments in assigned format (in-person, online or hybrid)
• Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform for in-person courses and as the delivery platform for online and hybrid courses
• Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students and clearly outline the grading policies for the course
• Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades
• Post final student grades to the transcript system in a timely manner no later than 2 weeks after the last date of course meeting
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner
• Communicate with Program Director, Program Representatives and Online Course Managers in a timely manner
• Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice
• Participate in required orientations and instructor training programs
• Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: completing all hiring paperwork; submitting updated quarterly syllabus; posting bio and photo on the UCLA Extension website; signing quarterly contract; ordering required texts; communicating AV and classroom needs.
• Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations
• Respond to student inquiries about final grades and consult with Program Director as needed
• Allow students to review their final exams/papers for up to 13 months following the last class session
• Use subject-matter expertise to impart knowledge to students and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (i.e. make arrangements for guest speakers, etc.)
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning
• Update materials periodically, and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum

General Employment Information:
Employment as a UCLA Extension Instructor is dictated by contract terms and conditions. Please take the time to read the UCLA Extension Instructor Employment Policies.

For information on UCLA Extension instructor benefits, please visit Pay, Benefits, & Privileges.

Access, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (AEDI) is one of UCLA Extension's guiding principles. We strive to extend access to UCLA, our programs, and services to underrepresented communities and populations, while serving as a model organization for AEDI in the field of continuing higher education. Committed to attracting and retaining diverse staff & instructors, UCLA Extension welcomes your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Please visit our website dedicated to our AEDI efforts as an organization: Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion @ UNEX.

Division: https://www.uclaextension.edu/leadership-management

QUALIFICATIONS
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Advanced degree from an accredited institution (MBA Preferred)
• 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
• Experience designing/revising curriculum and measuring student performance (Preferred)
• College-level teaching experience (or the corporate equivalent) (Preferred)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Document requirements

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Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

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Cover Letter

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

References will be conducted through SkillSurvey 3rd party service.

Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF08250

Help contact: ehr@unex.ucla.edu

CAMPUS INFORMATION

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs – With Updated Interim Amendments. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine Primary Series or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, Religious Objection, and/or Deferral based on pregnancy or recent COVID-19 diagnosis and/or treatment) no later than the applicable deadline. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of receiving the most recent CDC-recommended COVID-19 booster or properly decline such booster no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to Exhibit 2, Section II.C. of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Attachment for applicable deadlines. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of being Up-To-Date on seasonal influenza vaccination or properly decline such vaccination no later than the applicable deadline. Please refer to the Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Program Attachment. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

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.

JOB LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA

UCLA Extension - Apply Here: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF08250

PLEASE READ: All interested prospective applicants for this position must apply using the link above in order to be considered as a potential candidate.

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