Director of Athens Teaching, Learning

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens State University in Alabama seeks a Director of Athens Teaching, Learning & Innovation Services (ATLIS). This 12-month, non-faculty staff role provides strategic leadership for teaching excellence, instructional innovation, and student learning across modalities, coordinating initiatives with Academic Affairs and campus partners.

The successful candidate will have at least five years of leadership in higher education, experience with faculty development and online learning, and a record

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five years of progressive leadership in higher education.
• Experience leading faculty development and professional development programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for ATLIS operations, programs, and personnel.
• Oversee academic support and digital/online learning initiatives.
• Lead faculty development initiatives and instructional improvement efforts.
• Coordinate semester-based professional development and inclusive pedagogy initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Faculty development

Strategic planning

Educational innovation

Education

Master's degree

PhD/EdD preferred

Job description

Director of Athens Teaching, Learning & Innovation Services(ATLIS)

Closing Date:

Job Duties:

The Director of Athens Teaching, Learning, and Innovation Support(ATLIS) provides strategic leadership, vision, and management for the University's initiatives to support excellence in teaching, instructional innovation, and student learning. The Director fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement by coordinating initiatives that promote effective pedagogy, innovative teaching practices, and student-centered learning. The Director leads the University's integrated efforts in academic support, educational development, digital learning, and online education, and promotes inclusive pedagogy, and supports evidence-based instructional practices that foster student success across all modalities. This is a 12-month staff position without faculty rank.

Essential Functions:

• Provide strategic leadership for all ATLIS operations, programs, and personnel;
• Oversee institutional initiatives in academic support, educational development, and digital and online learning;
• Build and promote a culture of teaching effectiveness with faculty;
• Plan and coordinate semester-based professional development programming in advance of each academic term to ensure faculty and staff have timely access to training, resources, and pedagogical support opportunities;
• Ensure adjunct and part-time faculty have equitable access to ATLIS programs and resources by providing flexible professional development options that accommodate varied teaching schedules;
• Lead faculty development initiatives in collaboration with Academic Affairs, including the summer Athens Academy, new faculty orientation, workshops, seminars, and consultations on topics such as instructional design, assessment, online/hybrid teaching, active learning, and inclusive pedagogy;
• Supervise ATLIS staff, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with any University and federal grant requirements;
• Represent ATLIS and the University at regional and national forums on teaching, learning, and academic innovation;
• Collaborate with academic departments and campus partners to support high-impact teaching practices, curriculum innovation, and student engagement;
• Maintain a visible and collaborative presence across campus; serve as a key resource on pedagogy and academic innovation;
• Stay abreast of national trends, research, and technologies related to higher education teaching and learning; and
• Other duties as assigned to advance ATLIS operations and faculty support.

Required Qualifications:

Qualifications Required:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in higher education related to teaching, learning, or faculty development.
• Experience leading professional development programs and supporting faculty innovation.

Other Qualifications and Job Requirements:

Preferred Education, Experience, Standards, Training, and Expectations:

• Doctoral degree (PhD, Ed.D, or equivalent) an accredited institution
• Experience leading a Center for Teaching and Learning or similar academic innovation unit.
• Experience integrating AI, data analytics, or digital tools into teaching and faculty development.
• Evidence of scholarly contribution or publications related to pedagogy, assessment or faculty experience.
• Online education experience

Working Conditions:

• Occasionally ascends/descends stairs to access certain areas on campus
• Frequently works in various environments, including tight and confined spaces
• Ability to remain in a stationary position, such as standing and/or sitting, for a prolonged period of time
• Ability to move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another
• Ability to adjust or move objects up to 25 pounds
• Frequently communicates with others to exchange information
• Frequently tasked with repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Occasionally operates a motor vehicle
• Frequently tasked with using near vision for the use of a computer, reading, writing, etc.
• Frequently tasked with using far vision for observing the classroom, presentations, etc.
• Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech or sounds
• Works outdoors for events as needed
• Occasionally exposed to noise environments

Salary Schedule:

Salary Band: A130To view salary schedules visit: https://www.athens.edu/human-resources/salary-schedule-tables/

Salary will be Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Athens State University

Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other institutions. Presently, over 3,100 students have selected Athens State because of its neighborly environment where 50 majors and degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive and exceptional faculty. Approximately 80% of the students are enrolled in at least one online course. The typical student is a working adult who commutes. Recently, the University was featured in the 2015 Best Value Online College Rankings by OnlineU.org for four online programs including computer science, accounting, education and human resources. The University offers undergraduate degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business. The University employs more than 350 full and part-time employees with approximately 90 full-time faculty members in three colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education. Seventy-five percent of the full-time faculty members hold a terminal degree. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Athens, Alabama is located in north Alabama equidistant between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Society's “Top 20 Events in the Southeast” including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.

In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that criminal background check.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Athens State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Vice President of Enrollment and Student Support Services, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256- 233-8175.