Assistant Director, Center for Teaching and Learning

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Pacific in Stockton seeks an Assistant Director for the Center for Teaching and Learning to develop and lead teaching-related programs across three campuses. You will consult with faculty, design workshops, and support faculty professional development in evidence-based, inclusive practices.

The role focuses on collaborating with CTL leadership, advancing STEM teaching initiatives, and contributing to strategic educational development goals while staying current with higher

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in any academic discipline.
• Two (2) years of experience designing and facilitating educational development programs for university faculty.
• Two (2) years of demonstrated teaching experience and effectiveness in an academic discipline at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the CTL director, faculty, and institutional partners to build teaching-focused faculty communities across three campuses.
• Designs and facilitates workshops, communities of practice, book clubs, and course design retreats to promote evidence-based, student-centered instructional practices.
• Partners with faculty and departments to support teaching effectiveness in STEM through evidence-based practices, course design, assessment, and student success initiatives.
• Conducts confidential teaching consultations and classroom observations, offering guidance on teaching practices and course design.
• Develops on-demand resources to disseminate effective pedagogical approaches.

Education

Master’s Degree in any academic discipline

Doctorate or terminal degree in a STEM field

Job description

Assistant Director, Center for Teaching and Learning

Job Title Assistant Director, Center for Teaching and Learning

Department

Department Library - Administration

Campus

Campus Stockton

Posting Number

Posting Number 201304348P

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Full Time

Number of Months

Number of Months 12

Work Schedule

Position End Date

Open Date

Open Date 07/31/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

The Assistant Director reports to and works collaboratively with the Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning ( CTL ) to develop and lead teaching-related programs and initiatives; consult with faculty members and departments; contribute to a national dialogue about teaching and learning; and support faculty professional development on all three campuses.

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with the CTL director, faculty, and institutional partners in building vibrant, teaching-focused faculty communities across the three campuses of the University.
• Designs and facilitates workshops, communities of practice, book clubs, course design retreats, and additional teaching and faculty development programs to promote evidence-based, student-centered, inclusive instructional practices.
• Partners with faculty, departments, and academic leaders to support teaching effectiveness in STEM disciplines through evidence-based instructional practices, course design, assessment, and student success initiatives.
• Conducts confidential, one-on-one teaching consultations and classroom observations, offering evidence-informed guidance on teaching practices and course design.
• Develops on-demand resources to disseminate effective pedagogical approaches.
• Contributes to the strategic planning and implementation of educational development goals, curriculum, and assessment to meet teaching-related needs.
• Maintains knowledge of current research and emerging trends in higher education pedagogy and engages in professional development that enhances the work of the CTL and contributes to the field of educational development.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in any academic discipline.
• Two (2) years of experience designing and facilitating educational development programs for university faculty.
• Two (2) years of demonstrated teaching experience and effectiveness in an academic discipline at the university level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate or terminal degree in a STEM field.
• Demonstrated STEM teaching experience and effectiveness at the university level.
• Knowledge of and ability to translate evidence-based teaching and assessment practices to support postsecondary STEM student success.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse constituencies, including the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated experience in a teaching and learning center, assessment, faculty evaluation, program evaluation, or institutional research.
• Experience with equitable, inclusive, and accessible pedagogies.
• Demonstrated success in developing diversity and inclusion initiatives focused on teaching and learning.
• Experience in assessment of learning outcomes at the classroom and/or program level.
• Excellent listening, decision-making, and consensus-building skills.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $80,000 - $86,000 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a masters degree or higher?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have two (2) years of experience designing and facilitating educational development programs for university faculty?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have two (2) years of demonstrated teaching experience and effectiveness in an academic discipline at the university level?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly:Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly:Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • CSHP Job Posting
  • ACCP Job Posting
  • Personal Referral
  • Pacific Website
  • Other