Instructional Consultant
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jul 16, 2021
Job Details
Position Title
Instructional Consultant
Additional Information
Ball State University’s Division of Online and Strategic Learning welcomes applications for a dynamic, creative, and team-oriented Instructional Consultant who can leverage research-based best practices and data to inform programming and assessment.
The Instructional Consultant is a full-time position focused on championing instructional support for courses and programs, and works within a team of consultants who continuously drive and improve face-to-face, online, and hybrid learning environments.
Ball State University offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
The Instructional Consultant is a full-time position focused on championing instructional support for courses and programs, working within a team of consultants who continuously drive and improve face-to-face, online, and hybrid pedagogy and andragogy through research, feedback, and tool testing and experimentation.
The Instructional Consultant contributes to our internal community of inquiry by maintaining and sharing contemporary knowledge on teaching and learning, instructional technologies, and faculty development. Eager and well equipped to prepare and present their knowledge to a wide range of campus stakeholders in multiple modalities, the Instructional Consultant upholds a positive spirit of teamwork.
Minimum Education
Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field.
Minimum Experience
At least three years of professional experience in designing university-level courses; experience with a learning management system ( LMS ); experience evaluating effectiveness in reaching course/program objectives; professional experience leveraging data and writing reports which work to improve learning experiences; experience consulting with a variety of clients.
Minimum Other
Engaging presentation skills.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Additional certification/relevant training.
Preferred Experience
Five or more years of professional experience in designing university-level courses; experience with the Canvas learning management system ( LMS ); subject matter expertise in instructional design, active learning techniques, assessment strategies, course support, teaching and learning, and/or teaching with technology; ·business acumen for consulting; experience synthesizing information from various sources and conducting experimental research; ·experience teaching adult learners
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Department
Division of Online & Strategic Learning:173020
Department Information
The Teaching Innovation Team, a part of the Division of Online and Strategic Learning at Ball State University, provides best practices, instructional development, and consultation in content development and innovative learning experiences. We aim to understand the factors that contribute to learner success and optimize for a range of metrics.
Department Email or Phone Number
strategiclrn@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
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1
Job Duty
Provide engaging and meaningful consultation and support on the course, program, and campus-wide levels in areas of teaching and learning, including but not limited to online, face-to-face, and hybrid courses.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Meaningfully collaborate as a cross-functional team member in inter and intra-departmental conversations pertinent to unit and university-wide strategic goals and objectives.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Design and deliver dynamic instructional development opportunities and resources which improve teaching and learning.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Regularly explore, test, and assess innovative solutions, including emerging technologies, and provide guidance for implementation.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Contribute to additional duties and projects based on existing and emerging areas of expertise.
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6
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Posting Number
202100763P
Number of Vacancies
2
Desired Start Date
12/13/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
07/16/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
11/15/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Writing Sample
- Inclusive Excellence Statement
- Master's Transcripts
- Doctorate Transcripts
- Portfolio
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
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