Instructional Consultant

Ball State   Muncie, IN   Full-time     Education
Posted on May 6, 2024
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Position Information

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Position Title

Instructional Consultant

About this Opportunity

The Teaching Innovation Team, a part of the Division of Online and Strategic Learning at Ball State University, supports faculty and other stakeholders in all teaching modalities across the institution. We are seeking 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 and design support for courses and programs.

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with an annual salary range of $59,000 – $59,500 for this opportunity.

Our Statement on Inclusiveness

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness' as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellenceand freedom of expression.

Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
  • Affordable Healthcare
  • Retirement
  • Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development
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FLSA

Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week

40

Length of Assignment

Full-Time At-Will

Position Function

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. We are seeking 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. This individual works 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. The Instructional Consultant upholds a positive spirit of teamwork.

Minimum Education

Master's degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field by date of employment.

Minimum Experience
  • 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.
  • Enthusiastic and well equipped to prepare and present their knowledge to a wide range of campus stakeholders in multiple modalities.
  • Possess excellent oral, written and technical skills
  • Detail oriented, efficient, and highly effective.
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

5+ years 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 technolog
  • 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 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank 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.

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Department

Division of Online & Strategic Learning:173020

Department Information

Department Email or Phone Number

snackermann@bsu.edu

Duties & Responsibilities

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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.

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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.

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3

Job Duty

Design and deliver dynamic instructional development opportunities and resources which improve teaching and learning.

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4

Job Duty

Regularly explore, test, and assess innovative solutions, including emerging technologies, and provide guidance for implementation.

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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.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202401541P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

07/08/2024

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

05/03/2024

Applications Accepted Through Date

06/01/2024

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

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'

Supplemental Questions

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    Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
    1. Cover Letter
    2. Resume
    Optional Documents
    1. Undergraduate Transcripts
    2. Master's Transcripts