Learning Innovation Specialist - Office of Academic Programs, College of ACES
University of Illinois

Job Info

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College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences

Office of Academic Programs

Learning Innovation Specialist

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

WE TRANSFORM LIVES.

Everything we do is designed to improve the quality of life of the people in the state of Illinois, across the nation, and around the world. We discover, develop, translate, and disseminate knowledge to address societal concerns and train the next generation of experts and leaders in a way that empowers them to expand the boundaries of science to higher levels of understanding and influence.

Be a part of our story.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Learning Innovation Specialist will create courses, instructional content and assessments, and co-produce online video/media content for credit and non-credit courses and certificates.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching and Creating Courses

• Serve as lead instructor or co-instructor for asynchronous courses hosted on Canvas Catalog or Coursera

• Develop learning objectives, assignments, and curriculum for credit-bearing courses hosted on Canvas, and non-credit courses hosted on Canvas Catalog and Coursera

• Communicate with students in credit-bearing courses and learners in non-credit courses (e.g., emails and course announcements)

• Provide oversight of grading on non-credit courses that are required components of credit-bearing courses

• Teach internal stakeholders research-supported strategies for designing courses on non-credit platforms, including the use of student engagement techniques for asynchronous learning

• Provide instruction for the integration of technology and large language models (LLM) in courses and assessments

• Create new courses for Canvas Catalog and Coursera non-credit platforms

• Collaborate with faculty to co-create course syllabi for credit-bearing courses and non-credit courses

• Develop and revise courses and course materials to comply with accessibility standards by incorporating universal design principles, alternative text, and other accessible formats to support diverse learning needs.

Instructional Design

• Review and revise existing online courses (e.g., assessments, instructional content, organization and formatting)

• Add instructional content to learning management systems

Administration

• Design new promotional materials for the portfolio of ACES online educational programs

• Collaborate with ACES leadership to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility efforts including creation and implementation of innovative programming to diversify student enrollment across all ACES Online programs

POSITION REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

Required:

• Master's degree in agricultural education, agricultural leadership, agricultural communications, curriculum and instruction, educational technology, or other relevant discipline
• Experience (online and/or face-to-face) teaching college students and/or Extension audiences (youth and adult learners). Experience developing curriculum and designing supplemental materials. Content-specific knowledge about agriculture, consumer, and environmental sciences-related disciplines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required:

• Excellent organizational and communication skills (interpersonal, written, and verbal). Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. High-level of attention to detail. Ability to work independently or in a team. Project management skills, including leading, managing, organizing, and successfully completing multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred:

• Technical skills and knowledge of learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Canvas Catalog, and Coursera), Illinois Media Space, Box, and Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Teams, Word, PowerPoint)

SALARY AND APPOINTMENT DETAILS:

This is a full-time (100%, 12/12) academic professional appointment. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The budgeted salary range for this position is $58,000 - $60,000. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

PROPOSED STARTING DATE:

The proposed start is as soon as possible after the closing date.

APPLICATON PROCEDURES:

Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of the posting on https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on October 15, 2024. All requested information must be submitted via the online system for your application to be considered.

For further information, please contact Logan Honegger, search chair, via e-mail at lhonegg2@illinois.edu . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1026639
Job Category: Education & Student Services
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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