Part-Time Instructors - Teacher Preparation Program (Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or

The Teacher Preparation Program (TPP), housed within the Division of Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) at the University of California, Merced, invites applications for Part-Time Instructor positions for the 2026-2027 academic year, including the summer 2027 term.

These are by-agreement, semester-based contract appointments, filled based on instructional need. Reappointment, if applicable, is contingent upon program demand, performance, and course availability. Instructors must be capable of delivering course content independently while collaborating with TPP leadership and faculty teams to support program goals.

Instructional Expectations:

• Participate in mandatory instructor orientation and training
• Attend monthly instructor meetings
• Teach assigned TPP courses either face-to-face or online, typically scheduled from 4:30-6:50 PM or 7:10-9:30 PM, Monday through Thursday
• Be available for course preparation, grading, and student support outside of class hours
• Serve as a rotating panelist for program admission interviews of prospective teacher candidates
• Review and respond to student course evaluations; engage in professional development as recommended for program continuous improvement
• Complete required UC trainings, including: o Abusive Conduct in the Workplace o Cybersecurity Awareness o Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Prevention o UC Ethical Values and Conduct o Workplace Violence Prevention (Approximately 2 hours total; satisfies requirements under 2 CCR 11024, Government Code 12950.1, AB 1825/2053, 34 CFR 668.46 [VAWA], and UC policy)

Courses May Include:

• Foundations of Education
• Teaching Practicum
• Clinical Practice I: Initial Student Teaching
• Clinical Practice II: Field Experience Support
• Clinical Practice III: Solo or Co-Teaching
• Diverse Students: Inclusive Instruction
• Project-Based Instruction and Assessment
• Technology-Supported Project-Based Learning
• Secondary Reading for Understanding
• Single Subject Methods - English and Language Arts
• Single Subject Methods - History and Social Sciences
• Single Subject Methods - Math
• Single Subject Methods - Science
• Research Methods in Education
• Learning, Cognition, and Instruction
• Physical Science, Math and Scientific Literacy
• Integrated Courses: o Integrated Earth and Space Sciences, Math, and Digital Literacy o Integrated Life Sciences, Math, and Health Literacy o Integrated Humanities and Visual Literacy o Integrated Humanities and Cultural Literacy o Integrated Humanities and Global Literacy

• A minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience (TK-16)
• Teaching experience in the appropriate content area
• A master’s degree in a related field

• A valid California Clear Credential with English Learner Authorization or CLAD (A terminal degree-e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., or J.D.-may be substituted for the credential)

• Knowledge of California content standards (relevant to Teacher Preparation courses)
• Knowledge of the California Teaching Performance Expectations (TPEs)
• Knowledge of current educational theory and practice
• Demonstrated experience using effective support strategies for English learners and students with diverse learning needs
• Experience with online instruction, including use of learning management systems and Zoom

Additional qualifications

• Coursework or equivalent scholarly preparation relevant to the assigned course, + Eight (8) or more years of experience in teaching, leadership, or clinical practice within TK-12 educational settings
• Original research or scholarly work in the relevant content area
• Experience serving as an Academic Coach or Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) in the appropriate content area
• Demonstrated pedagogical expertise, strong content knowledge, and effective communication skills
• Experience working with adult learners
• Understanding and appreciation of the cultural and linguistic diversity of students in the San Joaquin Valley
• Ability to support teacher candidates in developing an educational philosophy that fosters equitable and inclusive learning environments

Salary range: An estimated range for this position is $1,875 to $4,500 per course, depending on assignment and class enrollment. Anticipated start: -Fall 2026: As early as August 2026; -Spring 2027: As early as January 2027; -Summer 2027: As early as May 2027 Position duration: Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and/or Summer 2027 semesters (Appointment may include one or more terms, based on program needs and candidate availability), + Bilingual and Bicultural Teaching: Spanish

• Sociocultural Overview of the Spanish Fluent World
• Bilingual Field Experience

Appointment Timeline

Appointments are made as needed throughout the year, with most positions filled in the spring and summer for upcoming courses.

Term of Appointment

Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and/or Summer 2027 semesters (Appointment may include one or more terms, based on program needs and candidate availability)

Anticipated Start Dates

• Fall 2026: As early as August 2026
• Spring 2027: As early as January 2027
• Summer 2027: As early as May 2027

Salary Range

An estimated range for this position is $1,875 to $4,500 per course, depending on assignment and class enrollment.

About UC Merced

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.

Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application: Required Authorization of Information Release Form.

Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position.

Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system’s 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.