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Job Summary:
Under general direction, assists instructors with design, development, and modification of course content using evolving technologies; facilitates programs and develops resources in support of the Reinert Center’s mission and the University’s educational initiatives and mission.
CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
May include any and/or all of the following:
1. Consults and collaborates with faculty and graduate students to determine goals, objectives, and appropriate delivery methods, media, and technologies for instruction.
2. Provides technical expertise to produce and/or support the production of multimedia content, interactive learning tools, and other instructional materials.
3. Facilitates workshops and other pedagogical programs and develops resources on teaching and learning with technology in support of the Center’s mission and the University’s educational initiatives and mission.
4. Researches evidence-based teaching, assessment, and instructional design methods and emerging technologies to enhance online, blended, and face-to-face, blended courses.
5. Regularly participates in professional development activities to advance knowledge and skills in instructional design and educational development; performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of current technological tools for online and hybrid education (e.g., webconferencing, lecture capture, cloud-based applications, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to develop effective online courses in a learning management system(e.g., Blackboard, Canvas, etc.)
Thorough knowledge of current distance education theory and practice, including familiaritywith university-level curriculum development and instructional methods
Strong ability to develop and conduct training sessions for a variety of audiences, both face-to-face and virtual, focused on pedagogical uses of technology and on effective practices indistance education
Excellent listening, speaking, and writing skills
Ability to manage multiple complex projects effectively and independently
Ability to work with faculty from multiple disciplines and with a variety of teaching styles
Strong commitment to collaboration and working as part of a team
Sensitivity to personal nature of issues related to teaching improvement and understanding of faculty/academic culture, with a demonstrated commitment to faculty/graduate student development
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree, at least two (2) years of experience teaching asynchronous online courses in an academic discipline at the college/university level, or three (3) to five (5) years of experience working with instructors in a higher education setting on instruction, courses, and curriculum. Preferred qualifications: Five (5) or more years of online course experience at the college/university level and demonstrated experience working with instructors on instructional design/development.
We request that applicants provide the following with their application:
1. a cover letter
2. a CV/curriculum vitae
3. a statement of teaching philosophy
4. a list of three references
5. an optional statement of their philosophy of instructional design
Vaccine Protocol
Saint Louis University requires COVID-19 vaccinations for all students, staff, and faculty who are physically present on our St. Louis campuses. As a prospective and/or a new employee at Saint Louis University, you will be/are required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination is required before the start of employment in order to work at Saint Louis University. If you are not vaccinated, you are required to begin the vaccination process at the time of your first day of employment and submit proof of full vaccination within 30 days of your start date. Exemptions may be granted on the grounds of religious beliefs or medical circumstances. Failure to comply with the vaccine requirement within 30 days of an employee’s start date will result in termination of the employment. Proof of vaccine will be submitted through an online portal made available to you during your Workday onboarding tasks.
Function
Staff Program Support
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.