Instructors (Part-Time), Professional and Continuing Education – Human Resources Essentials Certificate Program

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 opportunities for part-time instructors in the Professional & Continuing Education (PCE) non-credit Certificate in Human Resources Essentials. This program is designed for early HR professionals and those looking to transition into HR from other areas. It teaches roles, competencies, skills, and fiduciary duties of HR to support both employees and businesses, in all types of organizations. The program is taught by experienced professionals who bring their expertise and real-world perspective to the students. The program is delivered in a format that is friendly to full-time working professionals, both students and instructors. For instructors, those with a range of experience in HR and a variety of organizations with increasing ownership are preferred. 

Applicants will be considered for courses occurring January through December 2027. Instructor roles are assigned on a quarterly basis. 

The pay range for these instructor positions is $1,500 - $1,550 per CEU* per course, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Continuing Education Credits (CEU) information for individual courses may be found on our website. Courses in the Human Resources Essentials certificate program range from 3 CEUs. 

Professional and Continuing Education Instructors... 

• Teach to established learning objectives and course goals
• Customize course content and lesson slides, while aligning with learning objectives set, for the course they are scheduled to teach; Instructors are encouraged to personalize the curriculum to their teaching style and experience in Human Resources programs
• Teach all class sessions at the scheduled time
• Be responsive to student inquiries and provide feedback on student assignments in a timely manner
• Coordinate with program manager and 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 required
• Observe FERPA, HIPAA, and other privacy laws and policies
• Participate in 1-2 instructor meetings and information sessions per year, outside of instructor onboarding and training
• Make efforts to attend social events coordinated by Continuum College for Human Resources students to develop relationships and strengthen alumni community
• Promote the program to increase awareness and student enrollment as requested 

PCE courses are generally 10 weeks in duration and align loosely with the UW academic quarter calendar. The non-credit Human Resources Essentials certificate program is delivered in a variety of formats. Information on the PCE Human Resources Essentials certificate program may be found at https://www.pce.uw.edu/certificates/human-resources-essentials. 

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Minimum ten years of professional experience relevant to the course topics of Human Resources experience or familiarity in a range of industries, sizes of organizations and business functions is appreciated 
• 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. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Comfort and adaptability with collaborative technologies and tools. 

To apply to teach in the non-credit Human Resources Essentials certificate program, please submit the following: 

• Describe your areas of interest and expertise. Identify the specific Human Resources Essentials certificate course(s) you are interested in teaching and is best suited to your experience. Applications that do not contain this information will not be considered. 
• Resume or CV 
• Names and contact information of two references. [optional] 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and review of applications will occur intermittently dependent on program needs. Applications received by April 30, 2027, will receive priority consideration.