Company Description:
McDaniel College, recognized nationally among "Colleges that Change Lives" and U.S. News and World Report top-tier liberal arts colleges, is a four-year private college of the liberal arts and sciences offering more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, including dual and student-designed majors, plus 20 highly regarded graduate programs. At McDaniel College we value our employees by offering our full-time employees tuition remission, 403B retirement accounts, paid time off, medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and paid maternity and parental leave. For more information about the college's benefits, please click here to review the 2024 benefits guidebook. The A4 salary range is $50,000 - $93,780. The target rate is $59,000 - $64,000. This is a 35-hour a week position.
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Job Description:
The Learning Solutions Specialist will offer instructional design expertise for the support and development of traditional (F2F), hybrid, and online courses, as well as providing training and support to faculty, staff and students in the integration of existing and emerging learning technologies. The Learning Solutions Specialist will work with faculty to ensure that educational and pedagogical considerations are paramount and that all instructional materials are ADA compliant.
Essential Functions
- Provides key support for Blackboard with emphasis on Blackboard Ultra, converting Blackboard Original courses to Blackboard Ultra courses and ensuring all online classes meet Quality Matters (QM) standards.
- Partner with faculty to design and develop engaging online, hybrid and face-to-face courses that promote active learning and critical thinking.
- Works collaboratively with ID&T team to provide instructional design expertise in the development and support of traditional (F2F), hybrid, and online courses.
- Advise, assist and train faculty on key Academic Technology systems as needed, including the use of AI for course design, teaching, and learning.
- Facilitate workshops and one-on-one consultations on instructional design principles and best practices in pedagogy.
- Works collaboratively with the ID&T team to ensure all online and blended courses are compliant with all accessibility standards, and are designed and developed effectively, efficiently, and according to the highest standards possible.
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools and resources to improve the teaching and learning experience.
Requirements:
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Instructional Design or related field with two or more years of related experience at a college.
- Two or more years of experience with learning management systems. Experience with Blackboard Ultra and Original preferred.
- Quality Matters experience, certification preferred.
- Familiarity with learning technologies and their applications to teaching and learning.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organization and prioritization skills; ability to exercise good judgement based on institutional policies and procedures.
- Ability to work individually as well as a member of a team.
Working Conditions
The overall setting of the job is in an area conducive to a normal office environment with minimal exposure to adverse conditions.
Physical Characteristics
This position requires sitting for long periods of time, as well as some bending and stooping when working with files. This position does have some limited lifting involved but not more than 10 pounds at a time. Quite a bit of finger/hand dexterity is involved for typing.
Additional Information:
McDaniel College is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the student body. McDaniel College, in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate in the recruitment, admission, and employment of students, faculty, and staff in the operation of any of its educational programs and activities. McDaniel College will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on basis of any protected status including protective hairstyle, race, religion, color, ancestry or national origin, disability, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status, genetic information, marital status, veteran's status, or any other actual or perceived legally protected characteristics. For more information on the College's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, please visit this link.
Application Instructions:
For a complete job description including responsibilities and to apply, please visit the college's employment webpage. Completed applications must include a cover letter addressing position qualifications and related experience, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will be open until filled.
