Educational Developer

Olds College of Agriculture & Technology; Olds; Hybrid; CAD 39,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Olds College Of Agriculture & Technology is seeking an Educational Developer for a temporary 6-month, part-time contract to advance curriculum and pedagogy.

The role focuses on designing online, blended, and face-to-face courses, collaborating with faculty, SMEs, and TLCI to ensure high-quality learning experiences on campus with potential for hybrid work depending on needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or in a related field (equivalent experience in instructional design and/or related fields may be considered).
• 3 to 5 years of related experience in developing teaching and learning materials in a variety of learning environments.
• Displays high emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to exercise judgment, discretion, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and utilize proactive problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated skills in effective group facilitation and communication.
• Proven ability to foster effective partnerships, particularly in the areas of collaboration, cooperation, and trust.
• Ability to manage multiple course development projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Google Apps for Education, specifically Google Drive and its collaborative functions.
• Proficiency with related technologies: Learning Management System (Moodle preference), curriculum management system (Kuali preference).
• Knowledge of copyright principles and regulations in curriculum and education.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with instructors, subject matter experts, and the LMS team as an instructional designer and project lead to design and review courses and resources for a variety of learning environments (including course plans, activities, assessments, and other relevant supporting course materials).
• Apply adult learning principles to design instructional content for multiple delivery models.
• Actively promote inclusive teaching practices that reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all students.
• Research new educational and learning technologies to improve online courses and content, and disseminate results.
• Provide consultation for faculty and departments on curriculum review and program development.
• Coordinate with the assigned SMEs to ensure program development meets key milestones and objectives.
• Review and make recommendations on the alignment of program-level outcomes, curriculum maps, and overarching assessment strategies for quality assurance.
• Provide support with academic program reviews, including data collection, data representation, and curriculum mapping.
• Collaborate with other members of the TLCI team to design and facilitate various types of engagement.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Judgment and discretion

Group facilitation

Communication

Project management

Collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Equivalent experience in instructional design

Tools

Moodle

Kuali

Google Drive

Job description

About Olds College Of Agriculture & Technology

Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core programming including continuing education, online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We are passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, agrifood, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

About The Teaching And Learning Centre Of Innovation

The Teaching and Learning Centre of Innovation (TLCI) at Olds College of Agriculture and Technology serves students, faculty and staff in the following areas: Accessibility Services and Student Academic Support, Learning Commons (including the Library and Service Desk), Educational Development (including program and curriculum support, instructional support, professional development, Work Integrated Learning academic support, and Research and Scholarly Activity), Moodle and Google training and support, The Studio video production services, and the MakerSpace.

The TLCI vision is supporting people and processes to create high quality learning experiences for all students at Olds College of Agriculture and Technology. We do this by cultivating partnerships and communities that are inclusive and inspire growth in teaching and learning. TLCI values learning, collaboration, service, inclusion, integrity and empathy.

The Opportunity - Educational Developer (temporary - 6 months, part-time)

This is a temporary part time contract and position that reports to the Director, Teaching and Learning Centre of Innovation. The intention is that the Educational Developer will work from the Olds campus 3 days per week. Opportunities for considerations of hybrid work may be considered depending on business requirements.

The Educational Developer will contribute to the development of new curriculum at Olds College, the renewal of existing programming, and the advancement of pedagogically sound practices. The Educational Developer works with subject matter experts and supports faculty in designing, reviewing, and renewing online, blended, and face-to-face courses by integrating effective teaching strategies and educational technologies. This is a critical role that contributes to Olds College’s commitment towards academic excellence and student success.

Key Job Functions

The Educational Developer works collaboratively with multiple campus departments to support curriculum health and instructional practice. In addition to working as a member of the Teaching and Learning Centre of Innovation, the role works closely with academic schools (faculty, Deans, Associate Deans) and the Office of the Registrar.

Instructional Design & Curriculum Development

• Collaborate with instructors, subject matter experts, and the Learning Management System (LMS) team as an instructional designer and project lead to design and review courses and resources for a variety of learning environments (including course plans, activities, assessments, and other relevant supporting course materials).
• Apply adult learning principles to design instructional content for multiple delivery models.
• Actively promote inclusive teaching practices that reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all students.
• Research new educational and learning technologies to improve online courses and content, and disseminate results.
• Provide consultation for faculty and departments on curriculum review and program development.
• Coordinate with the assigned SMEs to ensure program development meets key milestones and objectives.
• Review and make recommendations on the alignment of program-level outcomes, curriculum maps, and overarching assessment strategies for quality assurance.
• Provide support with academic program reviews, including data collection, data representation, and curriculum mapping.
• Collaborate with other members of the TLCI team to design and facilitate various types of engagement.

Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge Required

• Bachelor’s degree in education or in a related field (equivalent experience in instructional design and/or related fields may be considered).
• 3 to 5 years of related experience in developing teaching and learning materials in a variety of learning environments.
• Displays high emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to exercise judgment, discretion, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise diplomacy and utilize proactive problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated skills in effective group facilitation and communication.
• Proven ability to foster effective partnerships, particularly in the areas of collaboration, cooperation, and trust.
• Ability to manage multiple course development projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Google Apps for Education, specifically Google Drive and its collaborative functions.
• Proficiency with related technologies: Learning Management System (Moodle preference), curriculum management system (Kuali preference).
• Knowledge of copyright principles and regulations in curriculum and education.

Conditions Of Employment

• Current Criminal Reference check with a Vulnerable Sector Check that is free of any offenses.
• Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies.

We thank all individuals for their interest in this position. We appreciate the time involved for candidates in the application process. At this time, please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Olds College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of any sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.