Organizational Change for Sustainability Instructor

University of California - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Los Angeles, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Extension is seeking an instructor for the Organizational Change for Sustainability course. This course is designed to explore the critical role that organizational change theory plays in leading strategic initiatives aimed at promoting green and sustainable practices within businesses. The instructor will guide students through various methodologies that align organizational language and goals with sustainability objectives, fostering a cultural shift within organizations to embrace environmentally friendly practices. The course will also address potential resistance to change and develop strategies to overcome these challenges, while providing metrics for evaluating the success of organizational development efforts based on the triple bottom line: people, planet, and profit. In this teaching position, the instructor will be responsible for developing and updating the course syllabus in collaboration with the UCLA Extension Program Director. The course will be delivered in person, requiring the instructor to be available for face-to-face teaching in Los Angeles. The instructor will prepare and deliver course materials, utilize the Canvas Learning Management System for course support, and communicate clear learning objectives and grading policies to students. Evaluating student performance and providing timely feedback will be essential components of the role, as will maintaining communication with program directors and other staff. The instructor will also be expected to stay current with developments in the field of sustainability and organizational change, participate in required training programs, and complete administrative tasks related to course management. Culturally competent teaching methodologies will be employed to engage a diverse student population, and the instructor will be encouraged to design interactive classroom activities that enhance student learning. Regular monitoring of course evaluations will be necessary to make ongoing improvements to the curriculum, ensuring that the course remains relevant and effective in meeting the needs of students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or update course syllabus in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director.
• 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.
• Use subject-matter expertise to impart knowledge to students and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (i.e. make arrangements for guest speakers, etc.).
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning.
• Update materials periodically, and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum.

Requirements

• Current knowledge and teaching experience in sustainability and green business practices.
• Experience in the transformation of companies to a more environmentally sustainable operation model.
• Ability to evaluate the success of organizational development efforts.
• Understanding of the financial aspects of organizational change.
• Experience in fostering cultural change in organizations and inspiring staff to participate in change efforts.

Benefits

• Access to UCLA Extension instructor benefits including professional development opportunities.
• Participation in a diverse and inclusive work environment.