This position is responsible for assisting faculty with designing, developing, and supporting the design, development, and support of online, hybrid, and traditional courses. This position collaborates with faculty by providing pedagogical and instructional technology support, assisting with creation of materials, and participating in/conducting internal, QM-based course reviews to ensure learning methods and materials are consistent with both Quality Matters and university standards. In addition, this position also holds responsibilities in assisting others with technical documentation, supporting end-users of the LMS, and professional development offerings.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.- Collaborate with faculty to design online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses based on evidence-based teaching practices and manage the development timeline;
- Apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and Quality Matters (QM) standards to ensure accessible, high-quality learning experiences;
- Provide one-on-one consultations and group workshops on course design, active learning strategies, and digital pedagogy;
- Develop faculty training materials around best practices for online learning, instructional technology, and innovative teaching methods;
- Guide faculty in effectively using the Learning Management Systems (LMS) (e.g., Canvas) and instructional technologies;
- Provide technical assistance to faculty, staff, and students using Canvas and related online learning tools (Canvas Studio, Simple Syllabus, Turnitin, MS Teams, test proctoring system, and other third party integrations);
- Research and implement emerging educational technologies, such as AI-driven learning tools, adaptive learning, and interactive media;
- Create and manage learning resources like video tutorials, interactive assessments, and multimedia content;
- Assist faculty in developing learning outcomes, assessments, and rubrics aligned with institutional goals;
- Analyze course effectiveness using learning analytics and data-driven decision-making;
- Contribute to strategic projects such as curriculum redesign, competency-based education, and micro-credentialing initiatives;
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:To be determined.
- Master’s degree is required;
- Preference will be given to candidates who have a degree/certificate/credential in instructional technology, design, or a related field;
- One to two years of experience in instructional design is preferred;
- Working experience in a higher education environment is preferred;
- Teaching experience in the online/hybrid formats is preferred.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: NoneApplicants must upload a cover letter and resume at the time of application as well as provide contact information for at least three professional references. For questions, please email
employment@una.edu or call 256.765.4291 and select option #2. Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response.
