Resistance Training Fundamentals

6 days ago


Los Angeles, United States UCLA Full time

Job #JPF09538
- Unex-Health Sciences / Continuing Education / UCLA

POSITION OVERVIEW

**Position title**: Instructor

**Salary range**: $2,805 per course, quarterly

APPLICATION WINDOW

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**Open date**:June 25, 2024

**Next review date**: Thursday, Jul 25, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

**Final date**:Thursday, Jul 25, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

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

This course covers basic and advanced methods used to develop muscular strength, including circuit and priority training systems, training cycles, and periodization. Instruction examines the use of these methods to prescribe productive exercise programs, as well as physiological, neurological, and psychological adaptations of the body to strength training. "In-the-weight-room" practical experience and proper lifting and spotting techniques are emphasized.

**Job Description**:
The Department of Health Sciences and Sciences at UCLA Extension offers a wide variety of certificate programs and courses including transfer-credit (XL), post-baccalaureate credit-bearing (400-level), continuing education (CEU) credit, and non-credit-bearing general interest courses. UCLA Extension courses and certificate programs offer students the opportunity to learn from highly qualified practitioners who hold advanced degrees, are passionate about teaching and impart knowledge within their field of expertise. Applications to teach are accepted throughout the year in order to fill immediate program needs and to increase the depth of the instructor pool.

A current opening is available for an instructor to teach in the discipline of Public Health - Community Health Sciences. Qualified applicants who have a Master's degree in Kinesiology and college-level teaching experience are encouraged to apply.

This course will be offered in the live online instruction format using the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).

Course schedule for the Fall 2024 Quarter:
Mondays, September 23, 2024 - December 9, 2024
Live Online

Instructor Duties:

- Update course syllabus in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director using an approved syllabus template
- Prepare and deliver course materials and learning assessments in assigned format
- As clearly outlined in the syllabus, communicate the Teaching Objectives and Specific Learning Outcomes to students and review the grading policies of the course
- Throughout the quarter, provide timely feedback on outcome of all learning assessments. Post individual student scores on secure Canvas LMS no later than one week from the date of exam/assignment
- 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 about administrative matters with Program Director and Program Representative in a timely manner
- Utilize the Canvas LMS as the platform for this course which is offered in the live online instruction format
- Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field
- Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including: complete all hiring paperwork; submit updated quarterly syllabus; post bio and photo on the UCLA Extension website; review and sign quarterly contract; order required texts
- Employ cultural humility and competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of a diverse domestic and international student population
- Respond to student inquiries about final grades and consult with Program Director as needed
- Keep final exams/papers for up to 13 weeks following the last class session of each course and allow students to access them during that time period

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.

**Access, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (AEDI)** is one of UCLA Extension’s guiding principles. We strive to extend access to UCLA, our programs, and services to underrepresented communities and populations, while serving as a model organization for AEDI in the field of continuing higher education. Committed to attracting and retaining diverse staff & instructors, UCLA Extension welcomes your exp



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