Teaching, Learning, and Technology Consultant - 13181

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ATTENTION:

The Instructional, Communication, and Informational Technology (iCIT) Department seeks a Teaching, Learning, and Technology Consultant.

JOB DETAILS:

This position reports directly to the Director of Learning Technology.

The major responsibility of this position is to be a champion for pedagogically sound and effective use of technology for instruction through faculty training and development, instructional support, and administration of key services. Primary activities include leading campus-wide online and blended teaching faculty development efforts, supporting instructors in the pedagogically sound use of technology in their courses to increase student success, and administering the university’s online quality assurance program (currently Quality Matters).

The person in this position will also be responsible for assisting with projects related to campus-wide initiatives that support teaching, learning, technology, and student success. This position contributes to an environment of innovation and collaboration, and has a genuine interest in effectively communicating principles of effective instruction to instructors with a wide-range of technical skills. To better understand the needs of instructors and the campus as it relates to teaching, learning, and technology, this person is expected to teach a course or collaborate with another instructor to contribute to a course module every year.

A successful candidate must have effective communication (e.g., listening, written, oral) skills and have a passion for assisting instructors in creating rich, meaningful learning experiences for their students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Earned Master's Degree
2. Teaching experience at the college level
3. Experience consulting with instructors and/or programs on online/blended course design and learning technologies (e.g., learning management systems, student response systems, rich digital content, ePortfolios, etc.)

Highly Desired Qualifications:

1. Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree
2. Experience with online and blended teaching professional development in higher education
3. Ability to work with a population that has a diverse technology skill set and create effective experiences (e.g., documentation, consultations, workshops, training programs, etc.) that serve all participants.
4. Experience in applying Quality Matters online/blended course design principles
5. Knowledge of educational assessment and evaluation methods.
6. Effective oral and written communication skills
7. Demonstrated passion for creating rich, meaningful learning experiences for students

RESPONSIBILITIES:

40% A Faculty Training and Development

A1. Provide strategic vision and leadership for online and blended faculty development, as well as professional development for learning technologies.

A2. Lead the UW-Whitewater Institute for Online and Blended Teaching.

A3. Develop and support training programs and events regarding the pedagogically sound use of technology for instructional purposes.

A4. Coordinate and collaborate with campus support units to provide workshops on topics that enable instructors with tools to enhance student success.

A5. Work with faculty and LTC staff to assess the value and impact of instructional technology on instruction.

A6. Develop and lead book groups and learning communities focused on learning technology.

25% B Instructional Support

B1. Provide consultation to instructors and programs on pedagogically sound design and use of technology in teaching.

B2. Assist instructors in the appropriate selection, development, and use of technology tools to enhance teaching in all modes.

B3. Assist faculty on course redesign strategies from traditional classroom to online and blended formats, as well as course design for online/blended formats, with the goal to achieve recognized quality assurance standards.

B4. Support faculty in the pedagogically sound use of the campus Learning Management System.

25% C Administration

C1. Lead and administer the university’s online course quality assurance program (currently Quality Matters) by serving as the institutional representative. This includes collaborating with the UW System, developing Quality Matters training programs, assisting with Quality Matters course reviews, and conducting faculty consultations to achieve Quality Matters standards.

C2. Assist in the development of strategies, resources and appropriate documentation for the pedagogically sound use of technologies supported by the LTC.

5% D Professional Development

D1. Maintain expert knowledge and awareness of trends, methods, and technological advances in the industry and profession.

D2. Attend meetings, conferences, and events (both in person and virtual) relevant to the position.

D3. Disseminate information from professional development activities to others in the LTC, as well as across UWW and the UW system as applicable.

D4. Teach or contribute to the teaching of academic courses or course modules, as an instructor, co-instructor, part of the teaching team, or in another instructional role.

5% E Other Responsibilities

E1. Assist with projects that align with campus initiatives related to teaching and learning, as necessary.

E2. Will be an active participant in the following of safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

E3. Attend LTC and ICIT meetings and events, as requested.

E4. Complete other duties as assigned.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is a regional comprehensive university with an enrollment of more than 12,000 students. UW-Whitewater has reached record enrollment four of the last five years and offers 50 majors in four colleges. UW-Whitewater also offers 15 master's degree programs and recently added a Doctorate of Business Administration. UW-Whitewater students achieve excellence in the classroom and on the playing field. In the 2014-15 Academic Year, UW-Whitewater was the first university in NCAA history at any level to win national championships in football, basketball and baseball in a single year. The campus offers more than 200 student organizations and is a vital economic engine for southeastern Wisconsin. UW- Whitewater is situated on 400 acres of land and has an annual budget of more than $219 million. - See more at: http://www.uww.edu/news

SPECIAL NOTES:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and all veterans.

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants for positions may indicate in writing that his or her identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statues 19.36 (7)(a).

UW-Whitewater conducts criminal backgrounds checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.

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TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Applications received by JULY 12, 2017 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at 262-472-1024 or hrstudent@uww.edu.

For questions regarding the position please contact:

Kathy Rettmann
Office Associate
262-472-7790
icithr@uww.edu

TO APPLY:

Only complete application packages will be considered. A complete application includes online submission of the following documents:

• A letter of interest addressing experience related to the position’s description and qualifications;
• A Curriculum Vitae or Resume;
• Names and full contact information for three professional references; and
• An artifact (e.g., scholarly publication, workshop plan) or portfolio that further shows evidence of meeting the responsibilities and qualifications related to this position

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