Course Developers (Part-Time), Professional and Continuing Education – Entrepreneurship Programs

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

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About The Position

UW Continuum College (UWC2) is hiring part-time course developers for Professional & Continuing Education (PCE) non-credit Entrepreneurship programs. Course Developers provide subject matter expertise and create or revise content for new and existing programs. They work with an instructional designer, program manager, and video production specialist to develop relevant learning experiences for adult learners seeking to expand their skills and advance their careers. Depending on the project, a Course Developer may create a high-level curriculum map or develop individual lesson content within an existing map. Projects may include creating course materials and teaching notes, meeting University accessibility requirements, completing deliverables on schedule, responding to feedback, attending project meetings, and completing relevant training. Most course development projects take place over approximately six months. Assignments and shifts vary according to course and program staffing needs. These are part-time, temporary Academic Staff positions, not faculty positions. Pay is $45–$55 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements

At least 2 years of practical experience applying generative AI and other emerging technologies to entrepreneurship and small-business development, including one or more of: AI-enabled business models; AI-assisted product and service development, marketing and customer acquisition; business operations; workflow automation; or creation or growth of microenterprises and other small ventures.
Flexibility and openness to innovative educational delivery formats beyond a traditional classroom.
Ability and desire to work successfully with people from varied cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Legal authorization to work and receive compensation in the United States; these positions are not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the design team and other subject matter experts to create high-quality course curriculum aligned with the course format.
Develop course content such as readings and external resources, assessments, activities, slide presentations with notes, scripts, and video and/or audio recordings.
Collaborate with the design team and other content developers to create teaching notes that orient future instructors to the content.
Work with UWC2 staff to ensure course materials meet University accessibility requirements and standards.
Complete deliverables on time as outlined in the contract and statement of work.
Respond to feedback from UWC2 staff, instructors, and advisory board members.
Participate in an initial project kick-off and/or scoping meeting.
Attend check-in meetings as needed, in person or virtually.
Complete relevant learning technology training and other required training.
Create a curriculum map when one is needed, or develop lesson content when a map is already in place.