Instructional Specialist PRN Non-Exempt

Arizona State University; United States; Remoto; USD 18.000 - 26.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Arizona State University’s Hugh Downs School of Human Communication seeks an Academic Program Specialist 2 Non-Exempt to support online learning delivery, respond to student inquiries, and assist with grading. The role works under the Director of Online Learning to ensure an engaging and timely online experience.

Use Canvas or Blackboard LMS, assist with course activities and feedback, and maintain confidential student records while meeting imposed deadlines.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree with 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Master's degree preferred in Human Communication or related field.
• Experience teaching or supporting college-level Communication courses.
• Experience with Canvas/Blackboard or similar LMS.

Mansioni

• Assists faculty with delivery of technical and subject-matter content in online Communication courses.
• Supports online course activities, assignments, discussions, and instructional materials under established faculty guidance.
• Utilizes learning management systems to facilitate course delivery and student engagement.
• Provides timely, accurate, and professional communication to students through approved platforms.
• Grades and evaluates assignments using established rubrics and instructor expectations.
• Maintains confidential grading records and adheres to deadlines.
• Participates in training related to instructional technologies and university policies.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Deadline-oriented

Multitasking in online environment

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years experience

Master’s degree preferred in Human Communication or related field

Strumenti

Canvas LMS

Blackboard LMS

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Profile:

Academic Program Specialist 2 Non-Exempt

Job Family:

Academic Program Management

Time Type:

PRN

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Description:

JOB DETAILS

Under the direction of the Director of Online Learning, the Instructional Specialist PRN assists with delivery of course content, responds to student inquiries, utilizes web-based learning technologies, and evaluates and grades student coursework. The position supports an engaging and effective online learning environment while ensuring timely and consistent academic support for students.

This position is $16 per hour

Essential Duties

• Assists faculty with the delivery of technical and subject-matter content in online Communication courses.
• Supports online course activities, assignments, discussions, and instructional materials under established faculty guidance.
• Utilizes learning management systems and other web-based learning technologies to facilitate course delivery and student engagement.
• Provides timely, accurate, and professional communication to students through approved communication platforms.
• Grades and evaluates assignments, quizzes, discussion posts, projects, and other student coursework using established rubrics, grading criteria, and instructor expectations.
• Provides constructive and appropriate feedback to students to reinforce course concepts and support academic success.
• Maintains accurate grading records and completes grading responsibilities within established deadlines.
• Identifies and communicates student questions or concerns requiring faculty or departmental attention.Maintains confidentiality of student and course information in accordance with university policies and applicable requirements.
• Participates in training related to instructional technologies, course requirements, and university policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of a Master’s degree preferred in Human Communication or related field.
• Prior experience supporting or teaching college-level Communication or Business Communication courses.
• Experience with university learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, or similar platforms.
• Evidence of communication skills.
• Ability to evaluate and grade student work using established criteria and maintain consistency in grading.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet established deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities in an online environment.

DEPARTMENT STATEMENT

The Hugh Downs School of Human Communication offers BA, BS, and PhD degrees. The undergraduate program currently has approximately 3,000 on-campus and online majors. The School is composed of approximately 24 distinguished interdisciplinary faculty members recognized for teaching and research excellence in areas of Human Communication, including: health communication, intercultural communication, interpersonal communication, organizational communication, performance studies, and rhetoric.

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The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of Arizona State University, committed to improving communities on a local, national, and global scale. We support the professional development and growth of our faculty and staff in their cutting-edge research to advance these aims. Within The College, our faculty engage with a large, curious student body, guiding them as they grow into socially aware, critical thinkers and writers able to succeed in a wide range of careers and to address the challenges of the twenty first century. Advancing the success of our students remains our top priority. To learn more about The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, please visit https://thecollege.asu.edu.

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Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

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