Educational Development Specialist
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Provides faculty development support consults on effective pedagogy assessment and/or course design and assists with implementing strategies for student success.
This is an inperson position on the Boise State campus although up to two remote work days per week are negotiable. The successful candidate must be or be willing to move to within commuting distance to Boise State. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.
The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) is the nucleus of a university culture that values teaching and learning. We support promote and enhance evidencebased teaching practices to positively impact all student learning and success. CTL staff foster dialogue scholarship innovation and excellence in learnercentered teaching and promote teaching and scholarship that mutually enhance one another for the benefit of students faculty and the community. The CTL reports to the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies in the Provosts Office.
Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills policies and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.
- Collaborate in the design and implementation of programs that support faculty in effective teaching.
- Consult with individual instructors to analyze needs and determine goals for student learning.
- Design and facilitate workshops and other interventions that support student learning.
- Contribute to the delivery of recurring CTL programming and resources including consultations Midsemester Assessment Protocols and recurring events.
- Engage with current trends and technologies in the field of higher education through participation in conferences professional organizations and/or professional development opportunities as well as reviewing the literature.
- Engage together with CTL staff in ongoing documentation assessment and improvement of the work of the unit.
- Teach one class per academic year as available in their discipline.
- Experience with and knowledge of effective teaching strategies in higher education.
- Basic understanding of pedagogical practices that support all student learning
- Ability to draw from current scholarship around effective teaching and learning.
- Ability to be both a collaborative team member and work independently.
- Strong verbal written and visual communication skills.
- Effective facilitation and consultation skills.
Bachelors and 2 years of professional experience or equivalent relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced Degree (PhD. EdD or Terminal Degree in a discipline).
- Scholarly engagement in the field of teaching and learning (e.g. conference presentations published articles presentations for professionals).
- Ability to facilitate professional development in various formats for professional audiences including facilitating inperson and virtual events.
- Ability to build and manage constructive relationships with faculty instructional staff and other campus partners.
- At least one year of experience working with faculty members and/or teaching in higher education.
- 12paid holidaysAND the University is closed between Christmas and New Years (requires use of 3 vacation days)
- Between 1224annual paid vacation daysfor fulltime Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
- 9.27 University contribution to yourORP retirement fund(Professional and Faculty employees)
- 11.96 University contribution to yourPERSI retirement fund(Classified employees)
- Excellent medical dental and otherhealthrelated insurancecoverages
- Tuition fee waiverbenefits for employees spouses and their dependents
- See ourfull benefits pagefor more information!
Candidates should submit:
- A cover letter that describes their relevant experience and how it has prepared them to meet the responsibilities of the position.
- A CV that includes evidence of applicable educational instructional faculty or graduate development experience relevant to this position.
- References will be requested for finalist candidates.
The search committee will review all materials and invite identified candidates to a 30 minute interview via Zoom. During that meeting we will provide an overview of the additional steps in the hiring process.
Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. Were a trailblazing institution nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.
Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. Were building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills experiences and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.
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