Job Description

Educational Development SpecialistPrimary Purpose: The Gwenna Moss Centre for Teaching and Learning (GMCTL) provides professional and educational development opportunities about teaching, curriculum and assessment for departments, colleges, instructors and graduate students. It is interdependent and connected center that enables good teaching and learning practices and supports cross institutional teaching and learning initiatives. The Educational Development Specialist plans, develops and provides educational development services for our campuses.Nature of Work: Reporting to the Lead, Curriculum and working in partnership with academic leaders (particularly Associate/Vice Deans, Department Heads, Undergraduate and Graduate Chairs) and faculty/instructors, the incumbent will work to identify needs, build relationships and provide curriculum development support across the institution in order to enable the design and development of innovative and effective academic programs, curricula, and courses and thereby ultimately improve the quality of student learning experiences across the University of Saskatchewan. This position requires a high level of initiative, interpersonal and facilitation skills with knowledge of the higher education teaching and learning literature, good teaching practice in higher education and national and international practices in educational and curriculum development. The post holder must collaborate with people in varying academic and administrative roles and work in partnership with other service units across the institution. The position requires a commitment to an exceptional standard of service and continuous improvement.Accountabilities:

• Work with academic leaders and faculty in colleges/departments on projects to support innovative curricular and program design and development

• Process coach academic leaders and educators in preparing for, planning and implementing curriculum development processes
• Work collaboratively with wide variety of teaching and learning stakeholders in consultation, committee work, and partnerships
• Apply knowledge of, and experience with, curricular and course design processes, active instructional approaches, and assessment and evaluation
• Research, plan and design, in collaboration with team members, new services and programming in professional and curriculum development, drawing on good practice and scholarship in this area from Canada and around the world
• Plan and deliver formal and informal faculty professional development and courses.
• Actively engage in professional development and reflection with the goal of continuous improvement and adaptation to emerging needs.
• Conduct on-going assessments of projects in achievement of stated goals
• Support diversity within the teaching innovation team, furthering intercultural education and building capacity to engage and advance

and progress the goals in our EDI framework for action. * Recruit and supervise the work of graduate service fellows and faculty, sessionals, or others contributing to the delivery of graduate courses as necessary

• Lead education development for graduate students in a variety of formats
• Assist with the day-to-day operations of the GMCTL when necessary

Education: Graduate degree required or equivalent education and experience. PhD would be an asset.Experience: 1-3 years of experience with supporting professional learning or faculty development is required. Demonstrated understanding of teaching and learning in higher education and educational development or organizational change. Experience with STEM disciplines is an asset.Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with academic leaders, faculty and administrators in higher education to develop and achieve shared goals, and manage many competing priorities
• Proven initiative, organizational skills and ability to follow through on commitments
• Ability to work comfortably with senior administrators, faculty members and academic staff on academic goals and priorities
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, and a high level of optimism, energy and empathy
• Demonstrated understanding of teaching and learning, educational change initiatives, and/or program evaluation.
• Competence with various computer applications and technologies for teaching & learning

When applying, please upload a cover letter and CV/resume and mapping of your experiences to the skills outlined in the job description.Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Sara Dzaman at sara.dzaman@usask.ca.Department: ASPA
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $67,681.00 - 105,753.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 7/30/2024
Closing Date: 8/19/2024 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan\'s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the M\xc3\xa9tis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and M\xc3\xa9tis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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