Director, Teaching & Learning Center

Cumberland University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland University seeks a Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) to lead faculty development initiatives, online and hybrid instruction, and learning technology integration. This 100% time position reports to the Associate Provost and oversees CTL operations and staff.

The successful candidate will design and deliver professional learning, mentor faculty, evaluate CTL programs, and participate in university governance to advance teaching excellence across campus.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in relevant field required; Doctorate preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience as an administrator or faculty within a higher education setting.
• Minimum of three years of experience in faculty development and/or within a center for teaching/learning excellence.
• Extensive experience working in online and hybrid teaching environments and with classroom technologies required.

Responsibilities

• Design, and facilitate professional learning opportunities (e.g. workshops) and resources for faculty/staff focused on teaching, learning, retention, and effectiveness.
• Provide professional learning opportunities focused on varying course delivery modalities (i.e. online, hybrid) and new software and classroom technologies.
• Provide faculty mentorship (such as one-on-one teaching consultations and classroom visits) focused on growth in teaching practice and enhanced learning environments.
• Develop good working rapport and relationships with faculty/staff in order to influence a culture of care and shared investment in the learning environment.
• Act as an advocate for teaching and learning across the University.
• Evaluate the efficacy of CTL programs and services and make recommendations for meeting the evolving needs of faculty and staff.
• Manage all operations and staff of the CTL.
• Engage in campus committee structures, shared governance, and other aspects of the life of the University community.

Skills

Organizational skills

Employee management

Oral and written communication

Online/hybrid teaching tech

Education

Graduate degree

Doctorate

Job description

Cumberland University seeks a Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) to lead faculty development initiatives, online and hybrid instruction, and learning technology integration. This 100% time position reports to the Associate Provost and oversees CTL operations and staff.

The successful candidate will design and deliver professional learning, mentor faculty, evaluate CTL programs, and participate in university governance to advance teaching excellence across campus.