Director of Pod Learning

Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (various options)

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Dental & Vision Plans

Disability Insurance

401(k) Matching

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Other Employee Perks

Job summary

Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine in Provo, Utah, seeks a Director of Pod Learning and Faculty Development to lead the Learning Pod model, equipping faculty to deliver engaging, evidence-based instruction that strengthens student learning, clinical reasoning, collaboration, and success.

The role focuses on designing faculty development programs, coaching in adult learning, and analyzing learner data to drive improvements, with on-site responsibilities in Provo and collaboration across

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or closely related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in curriculum development, faculty development, educational program development, or higher education teaching and learning.
• Experience facilitating faculty development, coaching, or training in small and large groups.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Experience developing and implementing programs, training, or curriculum with multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity with case-based learning, problem-based learning, or team-based learning.
• Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas and digital content creation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve the institutional Learning Pod program.
• Partner with faculty and curriculum leaders to create active, case-based, problem-based, and team-based learning experiences.
• Design faculty development programs, workshops, facilitation guides, and digital learning resources.
• Coach faculty in adult learning, Universal Design for Learning, collaborative learning, and student engagement strategies.
• Analyze learner engagement, academic performance, and feedback to recommend evidence-informed improvements.
• Coordinate Learning Pod assignments, faculty engagement, and resources supporting communication, accountability, peer learning, and conflict resolution.
• Serve as a campus leader and resource for small-group instructional design and educational innovation.

Skills

Curriculum development

Faculty development

Adult learning theory

Case-based learning

Team-based learning

Digital content creation

Coaching / training

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Master's degree in education / curriculum development / instructional learning

Tools

Canvas

Content creation tools

Job description

Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine is seekingaDirector of Pod Learningand Faculty Developmentto lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of our Learning Pod model while equipping faculty to deliver engaging, evidence-based instruction that strengthens student learning, clinical reasoning, collaboration, and success!

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and continuously improve the institutional Learning Pod program.
• Partner with faculty and curriculum leaders to create active, case-based, problem-based, and team-based learning experiences.
• Design faculty development programs, workshops, facilitation guides, and digital learning resources.
• Coach faculty in adult learning, Universal Design for Learning, collaborative learning, and student engagement strategies.
• Analyze learner engagement, academic performance, and feedback to recommend evidence-informed improvements.
• Coordinate Learning Pod assignments, faculty engagement, and resources supporting communication, accountability, peer learning, and conflict resolution.
• Serve as a campus leader and resource for small-group instructional design and educational innovation.

What You’ll Bring:

• Minimum of a master's degree in education, curriculum development and instructional learning, learning sciences, or a closely related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in curriculum development, faculty development, educational program development, or higher education teaching and learning.
• Experience facilitating faculty development, coaching, or training in small and large groups.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Experience developing and implementing programs, training, or curriculum with multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity with case-based learning, problem-based learning, or team-based learning.
• Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas and digital content creation tools.

Location:

• On site in Provo, Utah.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranges commensurate with experience and education.
  • All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and verification of applicable credentials and licensure.
• Generous benefits package available for selection with many choices and options:
  • Health Insurance Plans (various options)
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Dental & Vision Plans
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Other Employee Perks

Why Join Us:

• Help shape the next generation of physicians in a collaborative academic community committed to innovative education, clinical excellence, and continuous growth.

Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals in any phase of the application or employment phase on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including medical characteristics, marital status, veteran status, economic status, genetic identification, political belief, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The College adheres to all relevant government statutes, state and federal laws.