Learning Tech Support Specialist: Canvas & Accessibility

Laseagrant; Urbana, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning seeks a Technology Support Specialist to assist instructors with campus-supported learning management systems and related technologies, and to create online self-help resources. The role champions inclusive teaching practices and reflects diverse student needs in course technology and content.

Responsibilities include training faculty on teaching technologies, consulting on effective tech use for various

Qualifications

• Two or more years in IT-related functions or instructional technology support in higher education.
• Experience with Canvas or other Learning Management Systems.
• Experience developing educational, web-based materials and training.

Responsibilities

• Train and support faculty in teaching technologies.
• Consult with faculty on technology use for online, hybrid, and in-person courses.
• Develop online resources including tutorials and knowledge base articles.
• Stay current with emerging educational technologies and AI applications.

Skills

Canvas LMS

Communication

Accessibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office 365

Generative AI

Job description

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning seeks a Technology Support Specialist to assist instructors with campus-supported learning management systems and related technologies, and to create online self-help resources. The role champions inclusive teaching practices and reflects diverse student needs in course technology and content.

Responsibilities include training faculty on teaching technologies, consulting on effective tech use for various