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Career Development Instructor – UCLA Extension University of California Los Angeles Requisition Number: JPF10574 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 / Program Description Pathway at UCLA Extension is a two-year college program for students who identify as neurodiverse, offering a blend of educational, social, and vocational experiences. On campus, Pathway students attend classes and participate in the many social, recreational and cultural activities of a major university. Students who successfully complete the program receive an award of completion in Learning and Life Skills and are invited to attend the annual UCLA Extension graduation ceremony. This course is a 3 part series in Career Development. Designed exclusively for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities this student-directed course prepares Pathway students for their fieldwork experience by focusing on a variety of career exploration activities. Upon an initial evaluation of a student’s career readiness and skill levels, activities include setting realistic career goals, preparing effective resumes, participating in mock interviews, and behaving and dressing appropriately in the workplace. Internship and/or job development options will be pursued upon mastery of these activities and/or skills. Job Description This is a part-time contracted position for 2 classes per week taking place on monday/wednesday and/or monday/friday (approximately 2.5-5 hours per week) This course is for the the Pathway program. Pathway at UCLA Extension is a postsecondary education program for students 18-26 with intellectual or developmental diagnoses. Pathway’s goal is to prepare neurodivergent young adults for employment, independent living, and a capacity for self-directed lifelong learning through higher education at UCLA. This instructor will be running the course, adjusting the set curriculum for the class’s needs, and working with the program manager to make sure all students are able to do basic note-taking, prioritizing, and calendar planning by the end of this course. Instructor Duties: The instructor will run this course of 12-15 students twice weekly with the assistance of 1 Instructor Assistant. This course will take place in person in Westwood Village. The instructor will be provided the syllabus and course content, but is encouraged to build their own teachings and expand on previous lessons. 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 . To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10574 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, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction jeid-2ac8c5592350af40b0ec95a8b6d63fbd