Real Estate Development, Construction and Management Instructor- UCLA Extension

UCLA Extension•Los Angeles, CA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

UCLA Extension is a leading program serving over 35,000 students annually with approximately 4,500 classes and non-degree certificate programs. These offerings cater to the professional development, continuing education, and personal enrichment needs of a diverse student body and organizations. This specific course focuses on the essential steps for conceiving and executing residential and commercial development projects. Students will gain an understanding of the terminology, components, and management processes involved in such projects, including basic project organization, scheduling, financial feasibility, zoning, financing, and project management. The instruction aims to prepare students to effectively collaborate with developers, builders, and financial institutions in the development sector.

Requirements

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.
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Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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.