Northern State University seeks a collaborative faculty-support professional to lead instructional design initiatives and coordinate Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) operations in support of continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
Key Responsibilities:
Faculty Support & Instructional Design
- Guide course development and improvement across all modalities (on campus, online, and HyFlex) using best practices in instructional and universal design.
- Lead the Quality Assurance Review process for online and HyFlex courses.
- Consult with faculty on course design, AI integration, experiential learning, and digital tools.
- Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and federal regulations in coordination with Online Learning and Continuing Education.
Leadership in Pedagogy
- Champion experiential learning and support faculty in adopting new technologies, expanding student engagement, and redesigning assessments to support student learning outcomes.
- Design and deliver trainings, including creating micro-credents for online and HyFlex instruction.
- Share research in teaching and learning, assessment, teaching innovations, and student success through CETL communications and strategic initiatives.
CETL Program Coordination
- Manage CETL events, trainings, communications, and day-to-day operations.
- Supervise CETL graduate assistant and technology fellow.
- Represent NSU in SDBOR and COPLAC teaching networks and coordinate faculty mentoring efforts.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Pedagogy
Learning management systems
Learning theories
Technologies and Computer Software
Skill & Ability to:
Communicate effectively
Maintain confidentiality
Collaborate across faculty of various ranks and disciplines
Prioritize daily tasks while advancing long-term goals
Host events and trainings
Organize an office and manage student employees
Maintain detailed records