TEACHING AND LEARNING SPECIALIST

Arizona State University; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Low-cost health and life benefits

Tuition waiver for benefits-eligible

Job summary

Arizona State University’s College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (CISA) seeks a collaborative Teaching and Learning Specialist to advance teaching and learning across the college’s academic programs. You will partner with faculty and academic leaders to design, build, and continuously enhance high-quality learning experiences that support student engagement, academic achievement, and career readiness.

The Teaching and Learning Specialist focuses on developing, organizing, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and five or more years in related field or equivalent
• Proven ability to design and build Canvas courses with engaging content
• Ability to translate complex material into clear, structured learning experiences for adults
• Experience creating synchronous distance education courses
• Experience producing multimedia content using common authoring tools
• Experience using instructional technologies to support online and hybrid teaching
• Ability to provide training and support in higher education settings
• Strong troubleshooting and customer service skills in an academic setting
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain Canvas courses across programs
• Partner with faculty to improve course design and engagement
• Apply accessibility standards and QA practices to ensure student-centered learning
• Develop Canvas templates and instructional resources; support faculty development
• Evaluate course quality using feedback and instructional best practices

Skills

Canvas course design

Instructional design

Faculty training

Course accessibility

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design/EDTech/Learning Science

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Rise

Camtasia

Adobe Creative Cloud

Harmonize

Yellowdig

McGraw-Hill Connect

Job description

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) 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:

The College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (CISA) Dean’s Office seeks a collaborative and innovative Teaching and Learning Specialist to advance excellence in teaching and learning across the college's academic programs. In this role, you will partner with faculty and academic leaders to design, build, and continuously enhance high-quality learning experiences that support student engagement, academic achievement, and career readiness.

A primary responsibility of this role is the development, organization, and maintenance of courses within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS). Working closely with faculty, the Teaching and Learning Specialist translates instructional content into engaging, well-organized, and accessible Canvas courses by developing modules, assignments, discussions, quizzes, rubrics, multimedia content, and learning activities. The specialist applies evidence-based instructional design principles, learning science, accessibility standards, and quality assurance practices to create intuitive, student-centered learning environments that promote success across online, hybrid, and in-person courses.

The Teaching and Learning Specialist serves as a trusted Canvas and educational technology resource for faculty, providing consultation on course design, Canvas best practices, course organization, accessibility, assessment strategies, and the effective use of university-supported instructional technologies. This position also supports the thoughtful integration of emerging technologies, including generative artificial intelligence, to enhance teaching, learning, and student engagement while promoting responsible and ethical use.

As a member of the CISA Teaching and Learning team, this position collaborates with faculty, academic leaders, and university partners to strengthen the quality and consistency of Canvas course experiences across the college. Responsibilities include developing Canvas course templates and instructional resources, supporting faculty development initiatives, conducting course quality and accessibility reviews, and recommending improvements based on instructional best practices and student feedback. The successful candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about leveraging Canvas and instructional technologies to create exceptional learning experiences that reflect CISA's interdisciplinary mission and Arizona State University's commitment to innovation, inclusion, and student success.

Benefits:

• flexible work schedules
• low-cost health and life benefits
• a wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
• tuition waiver for benefits-eligible staff members
• tuition reduction for their spouses and dependents
• a disability and leaves program for income protection
• employee assistance for free and confidential behavioral health services
• volunteer and professional development release time
• disability resources
• retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement

Position Salary Range:

• $60,000 - $65,000 annually; DOE

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Learning Science, Higher Education, or a related field.
• Experience designing and building courses in Canvas Learning Management Systems and/or authoring and multimedia tools, and other instructional technologies.
• Experience translating complex subject matter into clear, structured, and engaging learning experiences for adult learners.
• Experience developing synchronous distance education courses from initial concept through implementation.
• Experience creating multimedia learning content using tools such as Articulate Storyline, Rise, Camtasia, Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar applications.
• Experience using instructional technologies and external educational tools that support online and hybrid teaching, such as Harmonize, Yellowdig, McGraw-Hill Connect, etc.
• Experience providing training, workshops, or instructional support in higher education settings.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with faculty and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple competing tasks and priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced collaborative team environment.

Department Statement:

ASU's College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (CISA) seeks candidates who are passionate about connecting academic learning with real-world outcomes and fostering student engagement. As part of CISA, your expertise will contribute to a college culture grounded in service, purpose, and practical impact.

CISA is a leader in applied and career-connected learning, with continuous innovation in teaching, curriculum development and AI integration. CISA has more than 9,000 students at all levels, 84 programs and 361 faculty members. We build degree programs and pathways that are flexible and relevant, providing opportunities for students to discover their passion, develop lifelong transferable skills and enjoy employment success. CISA is committed to ASU’s Charter of inclusive excellence, access and impact, where all faculty, staff, and students can thrive.

Arizona State University, ranked the No. 1 “Most Innovative School” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 10 years in succession, has forged the model for a New American University by operating on the principles that learning is a personal and original journey for each student; that they thrive on experience and that the process of discovery cannot be bound by traditional academic disciplines. Through innovation and a commitment to accessibility, ASU has drawn pioneering researchers to its faculty even as it expands opportunities for qualified students.

ASU is ranked in Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces and Forbes America’s Best Employers for Women, and touts a Healthy Arizona Worksites Platinum Award.

To learn more about ASU and the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts visit http://about.asu.edu/ and http://cisa.asu.edu.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.