Job Description

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, to teach specialist topics to children and teens in our Youth and Teen programs (YTP). Youth & Teen Programs run courses during winter, spring and summer quarters. Our instructors integrate the resources of the UW delivering academically rich curricula offered in a fun, safe learning environment, both in in-person and online formats. In-person classes are held on the UW Seattle campus. Applicants will be considered for courses occurring January 2026 – August 2026.

The pay range for instructor positions is $67-140 per course contact hour* 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. *Course contact hour information for individual courses may be found on our website

Youth and Teen program Instructors...

• Develop course syllabus and day-to-day curriculum delivering age-appropriate lessons and activities
• Deliver instruction according to contract dates and times
• Differentiate instruction and allow for independent or self-paced study when necessary
• Coordinate opening/closing events associated with the specific program
• Attend staff orientation and staff meetings as required
• Create a classroom environment conducive to cooperative and hands-on learning
• Conserve supplies and limit supply requests to necessary items
• Notify program administrative staff of any concerns and make recommendations
• Carry out other duties as assigned

YTP offers courses in-person and online – information on YTP programs may be found at https://www.youth-teen.uw.edu/

Employees in the UWC² Youth and Teen Program must complete all required training and successfully pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment.

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

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Instructors must be an advanced student, educator or professional in a selected field.
• Demonstrate expertise in specific content area of the proposed offering.
• Experience working with youth in formal and informal learning settings.
• Experience supporting youth of differing abilities, motivational levels, and learning styles.
• Demonstrate effective classroom management.
• 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 youth from different backgrounds.
• Legal authorization to work and receive compensation in the United States.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related-field (master’s preferred) Teaching certification or equivalent.

Application Instructions

To apply to teach a Youth and Teen program course, please submit the following:

• A cover letter describing your areas of interest and expertise. At the top of your cover letter, please identify the specific course(s) and age range (elementary, middle, high school) you are interested in teaching (see https://www.youth-teen.uw.edu/). 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. Applications received by March 31, 2026, will receive priority consideration.

You can read more about Youth and Teen programs at https://www.youth-teen.uw.edu/. Have an idea for a new course offering? Apply and tell us what you are interested in teaching.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity

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

The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information

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The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.