Lipscomb University
Assistant Director, Center for Teaching and Learning
Lipscomb University, Nashville, Tennessee, United States,
Primary Responsibilities :
Instructional Design & Faculty Support:
Collaborate with faculty members to design and develop engaging learning activities and course content that enhance student retention and knowledge transfer.
Consult with faculty and departments to support the development of face-to-face, blended, and online courses.
Apply instructional design principles within the Learning Management System (LMS), particularly Canvas.
Develop and facilitate teaching-related workshops, programs, and initiatives that support faculty professional development.
Coach faculty toward achieving their teaching and learning goals, integrating both new and existing technologies into their instructional practices.
Support faculty in incorporating faith-based perspectives into their teaching and course content.
Project Management & Quality Assurance:
Lead project management efforts related to course development, ensuring timely completion and alignment with institutional goals.
Conduct quality assurance reviews on courses, implement necessary revisions, and ensure all quality standards are met.
Collaborate with the Information Technology department to support the use of both credit and non-credit bearing course systems by Lipscomb personnel.
Additional Duties:
Take on additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Senior Director of the CTL and the Senior Executive Director of the Learning Commons to support the Center's mission.
Education & Experience :
Education:
Master’s degree in Instructional Design (Preference given for a doctorate in an academic discipline).
Experience:
Experience in course design, online course design, curriculum development, training, or e-learning.
Experience using emerging technologies for teaching and learning.
Experience in project management, particularly in an educational setting.
Teaching or support experience at the college/university level.
Qualifications & Skills :
Proficiency in instructional design within an LMS (Canvas preferred).
Strong knowledge of outcomes-based curricular design, assessment of learning outcomes, student-centered learning, and learning theories.
Expertise in working with multiple computer platforms, including Windows, Mac, and mobile devices.
Expertise in project management.
Experience with system-level and campus-wide course/learning management and delivery tools.
Job Related Skills :
Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
Outstanding organizational and scheduling abilities.
Strong teaching and presentation skills, with a desire to publish and promote work nationally.
Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
Ability to represent the University and generate programs and partnerships.
Strong written communication skills.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and provide a positive image of the programs to the public.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, professional environment.
Education Required:
Masters or better in Instruction and Curriculum.
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Instructional Design & Faculty Support:
Collaborate with faculty members to design and develop engaging learning activities and course content that enhance student retention and knowledge transfer.
Consult with faculty and departments to support the development of face-to-face, blended, and online courses.
Apply instructional design principles within the Learning Management System (LMS), particularly Canvas.
Develop and facilitate teaching-related workshops, programs, and initiatives that support faculty professional development.
Coach faculty toward achieving their teaching and learning goals, integrating both new and existing technologies into their instructional practices.
Support faculty in incorporating faith-based perspectives into their teaching and course content.
Project Management & Quality Assurance:
Lead project management efforts related to course development, ensuring timely completion and alignment with institutional goals.
Conduct quality assurance reviews on courses, implement necessary revisions, and ensure all quality standards are met.
Collaborate with the Information Technology department to support the use of both credit and non-credit bearing course systems by Lipscomb personnel.
Additional Duties:
Take on additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Senior Director of the CTL and the Senior Executive Director of the Learning Commons to support the Center's mission.
Education & Experience :
Education:
Master’s degree in Instructional Design (Preference given for a doctorate in an academic discipline).
Experience:
Experience in course design, online course design, curriculum development, training, or e-learning.
Experience using emerging technologies for teaching and learning.
Experience in project management, particularly in an educational setting.
Teaching or support experience at the college/university level.
Qualifications & Skills :
Proficiency in instructional design within an LMS (Canvas preferred).
Strong knowledge of outcomes-based curricular design, assessment of learning outcomes, student-centered learning, and learning theories.
Expertise in working with multiple computer platforms, including Windows, Mac, and mobile devices.
Expertise in project management.
Experience with system-level and campus-wide course/learning management and delivery tools.
Job Related Skills :
Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
Outstanding organizational and scheduling abilities.
Strong teaching and presentation skills, with a desire to publish and promote work nationally.
Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
Ability to represent the University and generate programs and partnerships.
Strong written communication skills.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and provide a positive image of the programs to the public.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, professional environment.
Education Required:
Masters or better in Instruction and Curriculum.
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