What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Developer position at The University of North Carolina Greensboro?
Position Type
Administration - Staff
Position Eclass
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The UTLC is the central unit supporting campus teaching and learning initiatives. The UTLC supports and advocates for a scholarly and effective teaching culture that: embraces innovation and inclusion, facilitates connections and leadership, and promotes an exploration of pedagogy and practice dedicated to learning. Additionally, the UTLC oversees Department Head/Chair/Director support in conjunction with the Office of the Provost; the Alumni Teaching Excellence Awards; the University Faculty Mentoring program; the University Academic Leadership training; and special projects related to teaching policy and improving academic outcomes (e.g. Teaching Effectiveness).
Position Summary
The position is responsible for the oversight of initiatives related to the advancement of teaching and learning (ATL) with an emphasis on (but not limited to) general education and student development. This includes, but is not limited to, the development and facilitation of pan-university faculty and educational development initiatives in the area of ATL (e.g., workshops, trainings, resource materials) and support of other aspects of pan-university learning, pedagogy and teaching initiatives within the UTLC. This position requires expertise and experience in the areas of Universal Design for Learning, college-level teaching, and evaluating emerging technology to support pedagogical strategies.
Minimum Qualifications
- Masters degree with college-level teaching
- Ability to build and facilitate relationships with faculty and campus partners
- Prior experience working with instructors on incorporating pedagogically effective practices
- Ability to collaborate in a team and work independently
- Demonstrated expertise in an established area of teaching best practice
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications
- In progress terminal degree with college-level teaching
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team and work independently
- Ability to build and facilitate relationships with faculty and campus partners
- Demonstrated expertise in an established area of teaching best practice
- Extensive experience working with instructors on incorporating pedagogically effective practices
- Prior experience with course development
- Prior experience working in faculty development and/or teaching and learning centers
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range
$58,000 - $63,201
Org #-Department
Univ Tchg and Learning Commons - 10901
Job Open Date
04/01/2025
For Best Consideration Date
Job Close Date
04/18/2025
Open Until Filled
No
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year
12
FLSA
Exempt
Salary : $58,000 - $63,201
