Global Learning Specialist - Student Academic Affairs Office - College of LAS

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for two Global Learning Specialists in the LAS Student Academic Affairs Office. You will teach up to four courses per year within the Global Learning portfolio, supervise TAs, develop curricula, and coordinate with campus partners under the Associate Director for Global Learning.

Required qualifications include a Master’s degree and two years in intercultural/global education teaching, plus a year coordinating curricular programs

Qualifications

• Master's degree in humanities, social sciences, international studies, education, or related field.
• Two years of teaching or instructional experience in intercultural/global education.
• One year of coordinating curricula, programs, events, or research projects at the undergrad level.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to four courses per year within the Global Learning portfolio.
• Revise course curriculum to reflect student needs and program goals.
• Coordinate TA recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation.
• Develop and maintain course records and manage related enrollment and grading tasks.

Skills

Intercultural teaching

Curriculum development

TA supervision

Course administration

LMS experience

Education

Master's degree in humanities, social science, international studies, education, or related field

PhD in international education, curriculum design, or related field

Tools

Canvas

Moodle

TerraDotta Software (TDS)

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Office

Job description

Global Learning Specialist - Student Academic Affairs Office - College of LAS

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences is searching for two Global Learning Specialists. The LAS Student Academic Affairs Office (SAAO) supports the academic, personal, and professional development of every student. Through collaborations across academic advising, academic achievement program, career services, first year experience program, honors program, and international programs, we support students, promote inclusive dialogue, recognize diverse experiences, and encourage them to design experiences that enable their success.

Job Summary

Manages the operational and instructional backbone of one or several of the College's Global Learning programs and courses, including LAS 291/292, LAS 100, LAS 399, the Global Leaders Program (GLP), and Global Classrooms. The role combines curricular ownership - teaching, TA supervision, and curriculum development - with course administration and, where assigned, campus and partner liaison work, under the direction of the Associate Director for Global Learning.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teaching & Curriculum
  • Teaches up to four courses within the Global Learning portfolio each year, as assigned by the home unit.
  • Reviews and revises course curriculum to reflect student needs and program goals and supports the Associate Director with curriculum development.
  • Steps in to teach, grade, and provide feedback for individual course sections directly when staffing needs require it.
  • Leads regular TA meetings and a structured onboarding and training sequence at the start of each term.
  • Coaches TAs on course philosophy and pedagogy and supports TAs navigating unfamiliar cultural or international contexts as relevant to the assigned program.
  • Monitors section progress and TA performance and resolves student or TA issues that require escalation.
  • Schedules all course sections for assigned programs and manages related enrollment, including tracking adds, drops, and withdrawals.
  • Submits and corrects final grades, and generates grade, audit, and participation reports to monitor student progress.
  • Builds and maintains course records, rosters, and Canvas or other learning management system materials for assigned courses each term.
  • TA Recruitment, Training, Supervision- Hires, trains, supervises, and assesses the performance of teaching assistants supporting assigned Global Learning courses.
• Program Coordination & Partnerships
  • Coordinates program logistics, including signature events and activities, for assigned Global Learning programs.
  • Works with relevant campus offices, such as the Registrar, International Safety and Security, CITL, and ATLAS, on instructional design, delivery, and enrollment troubleshooting.
  • Liaise with campus and partner-institution contacts relevant to assigned programs, sharing best practices and identifying opportunities for collaboration.
• Program-Specific Duties (as assigned)
  • Support the LAS International Student Advisory Board (ISAB) and its activities.
  • Coordinate SEAS Scholarship recipient selection and required check-in meetings for LAS 291/292.
  • Administer the Safety and Security Re-Entry survey and coordinate Safety Abroad Seminar logistics for LAS 291/292.
  • Manage a portfolio of Global Classrooms (COIL) courses, including faculty development and instructional support for COIL courses offered by LAS faculty.
• Other duties as assigned that further the mission of the unit.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in humanities, social science, international studies, education, or a related field.
• Two (2) years (24 months) of teaching or instructional experiences in intercultural, international, global education courses or related curricular areas.
• One (1) year (12 months) of demonstrated professional experience coordinating educational curricula, programs, events, or research projects at the undergraduate level. Years can be concurrent.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in international education, curriculum design, or a related field.
• Two (2) years (24 months) of professional work experience with global or intercultural learning courses in a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated experience in instructional design using Canvas or a similar learning management system (LMS).

Successful candidates will have:

• Knowledge of University of Illinois education abroad programs and LAS Global Perspectives courses.
• Knowledge of Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) course development.
• Knowledge of intercultural learning.
• Skilled in advising for international programs.
• Ability to work with faculty across disciplines.
• Knowledge of one or more of the following: Canvas, Moodle, TerraDotta Software (TDS), Microsoft Teams and Office.
• Strong computing and technology skills, including the ability to learn new software and web-based applications and systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of constituencies, including students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, as well as independently.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment.

The LAS Student Academic Affairs Office (SAAO) supports the academic, personal, and professional development of every student. Through collaborations across academic advising, academic achievement program, career services, first year experience program, honors program, and international programs, we support students, promote inclusive dialogue, recognize diverse experiences, and encourage them to design experiences that enable their success.

Appointment Information

These are 100% full-time Academic Professional positions, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close date. The budgeted salary range for the position is $56,000 to $60,000. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization. Hybrid work options may be available for the position after an initial on-site training period, with the ability to be on-site at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus as needed per the University's Workplace Flexibility policy.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - the state's flagship public university and one of the world's leading research institutions - every staff member helps shape what's next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you're empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence - where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

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The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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