Consultant-Instr & Assess | Office of University Human Resources

Profile Summary

Positions in this job profile provide instructional support and faculty development to students and faculty. They train, consult, assess and provide resources on general research-based pedagogical practices.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Consultant-Instr & Assess profile is distinguished from the Coordinator-Curr Accr & Assess profile by the focus on consultation, training and providing advice to university faculty regarding pedagogical practices including curriculum design and development, instructional strategies, and assessment.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Designs and delivers workshops, seminars and other programs on effective pedagogy, course design and classroom assessment with a particular emphasis on foundational issues in teaching and learning applicable across disciplines. 2. Collaborates with academic services personnel, university administrative bodies and other stakeholders in the development of resources, services and policies, to support teaching and learning. 3. Contributes to the development and integration of best practices in teaching and learning event planning, program development and evaluation, and resource delivery. 4. Researches, completes professional development, and reports on national trends and best practices in pedagogy, curriculum design, assessment and faculty and GTA development.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures; the ability to apply that knowledge in complex, difficult, and/or unprecedented situations with individuals as well as groups. Decisions have major implications on the management and operations of an area within a department; the job may contribute to important strategy, operations and business decisions that affect the department. Decisions impact: • Functions across the University • Department • Direct team • Faculty • Students

Accountability

Results are defined by division and university mission, vision and strategies. Incumbent sets own goals and determines how to accomplish results with few or no guidelines to follow, although precedents may exist; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction. Positions in this profile typically do not supervise. Positions may monitor, inform, report and approve within a department budget.

Relationship With Others

Collaborates and interacts within the Entire Dept/Unit and University Wide to: • Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions. • Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems. • Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information. • Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately. • Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas or collaborate on significant projects. • Resolve conflict, negotiate or collaborate on major projects. • Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration at the highest level.

Typical Requirements

Master’s Degree in Education or related field. 3-5 years of experience in pedagogical approaches, curriculum design principles and student learning and motivation in the postsecondary classroom.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by positions within this job profile. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of all employees within positions covered by this job profile.