Coordinator for Instructional Development

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility

Employee retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens is looking for a Coordinator for Instructional Development to enhance educational programs and support faculty and graduate students. This role involves managing instructional initiatives, providing training, and leveraging evidence-based practices to foster effective teaching.

Applicants must have a terminal degree or be close to completion, along with teaching experience in higher education. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on teaching quality across the university.

Qualifications

• At least one year of teaching experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated commitment to improving teaching based on research.
• Ability to assess/diagnose needs and meet them effectively.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to educational development programs for faculty.
• Assist in developing new programs and services.
• Provide support for instructors and teaching assistants.
• Develop evidence-based resources for instruction.
• Teach graduate-level courses annually.

Skills

Teaching experience

Project management

Facilitation skills

Educational development

Excellent presentation

Education

Terminal degree

Job description

Position Summary

The University of Georgia seeks an organized and thoughtful individual to join the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) as a Coordinator for Instructional Development. The coordinator will report to the Senior Associate Director for Teaching and Learning and collaborate with CTL personnel to develop and execute plans and protocols for effective operations, oversee implementation of programs and services, coordinate external initiatives, and provide training, consultations, and support to faculty and graduate students across the campus.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Contribute to the execution of educational development programs and services for faculty and graduate students (e.g., conducting mid‑semester formative evaluations of teaching, coordinating the Faculty Learning Community program, GradTeach Certificate workshops, cohort leadership, reviewing Learning Technology Grant applications) – 40%
• Leverage project management strategies to assist the Senior Associate Director in developing new and existing programs, services, and events – 20%
• Provide one‑on‑one and group support for instructors and TAs – 15%
• Develop evidence‑based resources and/or support materials for instruction at UGA – 10%
• Teach once per year within graduate‑level teaching courses – 10%
• Perform professional development and other duties as assigned – 5%

Requirements

Minimum qualifications: A terminal degree or completion of a terminal degree within six months of start date.

Additional requirements: At least one year of teaching experience in higher education and a demonstrated commitment to improving teaching based on research on teaching and learning.

Preferred Education, Experience, Licensing, and/or Certification

• A terminal degree in an academic field represented at the University of Georgia.
• At least one year of experience providing teaching‑related support and/or educational development services to faculty at an institution of higher education.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Practical knowledge of the basic evidence‑based principles of effective teaching in higher education.
• Ability to provide timely support for the work of others in a professional manner, including assessing/diagnosing needs and identifying specific ways to meet those needs.
• Ability to identify and apply relevant research on teaching and learning to specific teaching situations in the higher education context.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and project management skills, including attending to detail and managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Excellence in teaching, instructional design, and/or educational development in higher education – preferably at a large public research university.

Physical Demands

Work is performed in‑person and in an office environment, requiring the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

Employment Conditions

• Classification Title: Academic Professional AC
• Faculty Rank: Academic Professional Associate
• Contract Type: Fiscal (12 mo.)
• Tenure Status: Non‑Tenure Track
• Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
• Employment Type: Employee
• Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR at [e-mail].

Applicant Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information