Job Description

Limited Recruitment: Open to current, and former, Continuum College Extension Lecturers only.

UW Continuum College expands the reach of the University of Washington by delivering educational programs that meet the needs of learners at all phases of their lives. We’re focused on removing obstacles to relevant educational opportunities by addressing geographic, financial, length of commitment, and time constraints, increasing access to knowledge for more people. By looking ahead and experimenting with new approaches, we’re creating new educational opportunities to help people thrive in a world of change.

UW Continuum College (UWC2) has a range of outstanding opportunities for part-time instructors, and part-time co-instructors, in non-credit programs Applicants will be considered for courses occurring January 2026 through December 31, 2026.

Instructors serve a key role engaging with students, serving as subject matter experts, presenting learning content, and assessing whether learners have achieved course competencies. Continuum College students consistently say that the instructor is the single most important element of their course.

The pay range for instructor positions is $751-4000 per CEU* per course, commensurate with experience and qualifications. As co-instructors share course responsibilities, co-instructor salary will be prorated based on assigned duties. Specific appointment type of instructor or co-instructor will be assigned based on programmatic need. *Continuing Education Credits (CEU) information for individual courses may be found on our website

Continuum College Returning Instructors...

• Teach to a set curriculum plan with clear learning outcomes and competencies
• Prepare a course syllabus in advance of the course start date (templates provided)
• Ensure that lesson plans and presentation materials for the full course are relevant and current
• Teach all class sessions at the scheduled time
• Hold office hours as required by the program
• Respond to student inquiries and provide feedback on student assignments in a timely manner
• Coordinate with other instructors in the certificate program, to ensure curriculum continuity across courses
• Adapt instructional techniques based on feedback from students and the Program Manager, and implement sound pedagogical practices
• Complete instructor onboarding, relevant learning technology training, and other training as needed or required
• Collaborate with UWC2 staff to ensure course materials meet University accessibility requirements and standards.
• Observe FERPA, HIPAA, and other privacy laws and policies.
• Participate in 1-4 instructor meetings and information sessions per quarter

Continuum College non-credit courses are generally 10 weeks in duration and align with the UW academic quarter calendar. Continuum College offers courses in a variety of formats – see the course webpage to find out about the available formats. Information on UWC² non-credit programs may be found at https://www.pce.uw.edu/program-finder

UWC2 Extension Lecturers / Instructors are Academic Staff, not faculty. These are part-time, temporary positions.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience as a UWC2 Extension Lecturer.
• Minimum five years of professional experience relevant to the course topics.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability and desire to successfully work with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Willingness to teach with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of professionalism, punctuality, and content relevance for adult students from different backgrounds.
• Legal authorization to work and receive compensation in the United States. These positions are not eligible for visa sponsorship.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior teaching or mentoring experience, particularly with adult learners.
• Prior experience teaching/presenting in an online environment.

Application Instructions

To apply to teach a Continuum College non-credit course, please submit the following:

• A cover letter describing your areas of interest. At the top of the cover letter, please identify the specific UWC2 program(s) and/or course(s) you have supported in the past, and are interested in teaching in the future (see https://www.pce.uw.edu/program-finder). Applications that do not contain this information, called out clearly at the top of the cover letter, will not be considered.
• Resume or CV
• Names and contact information of three references. [optional]

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and review of applications will occur intermittently dependent on program needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all.

As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/ Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits

Privacy Notice

Review the University of Washington Privacy Notice for Demographic Data of Job Applicants and University Personnel to learn how your demographic data are protected, when the data may be used, and your rights.

Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu