Job Description

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This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement within the state of California. The selected candidate must reside within the state of California or be willing to relocate.

Department Summary


The Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) supports UCLA's community of educators in engaging in equity-minded and research-based teaching practices in support of diverse learners, advancing instructional innovation and pedagogical research, and celebrating inclusive excellence in teaching. To realize this mission, the TLC collaborates with instructors, leadership, and various campus partners to champion visionary ideas and forward-thinking initiatives that transform and elevate the teaching enterprise.

Position Summary

Elevate Teaching Excellence at the UCLA Teaching and Learning Center (TLC)! Join Our Team as the Senior Associate Director for Engaged Digital Learning (Project Policy Analyst 4).

Are you passionate about transforming education and foster equitable student learning? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise in pedagogical practices and technology integration can make a tangible difference? If so, we invite you to become part of the TLC team, where you will play a pivotal role in leading efforts to modernize teaching practices by supporting the integration of educational technologies and digital tools in various learning environments.

The Senior Associate Director for Engaged Digital Learning supports the mission of the UCLA Teaching & Learning Center (TLC) to elevate and celebrate inclusive excellence in teaching by helping instructors modernize and improve their teaching and promote equitable student learning through effective adoption of educational technology and digital tools available in the learning management system (LMS). Reporting to the TLC Director of Graduate Student & Postdoctoral Scholar Engagement, the Senior Associate Director designs and implements professional learning programs, services, and resources primarily for graduate student teaching assistants (TAs), lending expertise, as needed, to support current instructors of record and future faculty interested in teaching with technology and effectively delivering instruction across disciplines and teaching modalities. The Senior Associate Director will offer consultations, workshops, webinars, and other on campus and/or online and hybrid events; develop asynchronous e-learning modules, online teaching guides, and other website resources; and engage in outreach campaigns in coordination with the TLC communications team.

The Senior Associate Director for Engaged Digital Learning serves as a project manager for Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholar Engagement programming, contributing to unit-level strategic planning and workflow alignment with other units across the TLC, and also advises and trains TLC teaching support staff on the effective use of educational technology and LMS tools. In order to carry out these responsibilities, the Senior Associate Director is expected to keep abreast of current and developing learning theories and evidence-based pedagogical practices in e-learning and instructional design in order to serve as a resource for TAs, instructors, TLC staff, and the wider UCLA community of educators and teaching support staff.

Join Us Today! If you are passionate about elevating inclusive excellence in teaching and leveraging technology to drive meaningful learning experiences, you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role as the Senior Associate Director for Engaged Digital Learning at UCLA's Teaching and Learning Center and contribute to excellence in education. We want to hear from you! Apply now to be part of a dynamic and growing team.

Salary & Compensation


*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 yrs of experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in higher education supporting teaching and learning with technology, or equivalent experience. (Required)

• 1. Master's degree in related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of five years of experience in higher education supporting teaching and learning with technology, or equivalent experience. (Required)

• 2. Expert knowledge of pedagogical theory and instructional design principles, and of established and emerging trends in educational technology. (Required)

• 3. Established experience facilitating the integration of educational technology into course design to support student learning in on campus, hybrid, and online environments. (Required)

• 4. Proven ability to design and deliver training workshops in person, online/hybrid, and/or via asynchronous eLearning platforms. (Required)

• 5. Strong project management skills and ability to adapt to changing or competing priorities in a complex work environment, while being able to work independently with minimal direction and to collaborate effectively within a team environment without losing momentum or direction. (Required)

• 6. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups, including university staff, graduate student instructors, faculty, administrators, some of whom may have limited prior exposure to or experience using educational technology. (Required)

• 7. Ability to research new technology tools and synthesize findings by preparing written reports and technical documentation/training materials for diverse audiences with attention to detail and accuracy. (Required)

• 8. Expert knowledge of best practices for the creation and use of media elements in course design and training. (Required)

• 9. Expert knowledge of the following software platforms: Microsoft 365 Suite; Google Suite; Adobe Suite; online conferencing software (e.g., Zoom); Canvas; Wordpress; course authoring tools (e.g. Articulate or Captivate); Asana. (Required)

• 10. MA in Instructional Design or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required)

• 11. Knowledgeable of current policies, and practices that impact educational technology adoption and growth at UCLA and the ability to anticipate future trends affecting the educational technology landscape. (Preferred)

• 12. Ability to work on campus with the potential for a hybrid schedule. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Master's Degree Master's Degree and/or equivalent experience. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Schedule


8am to 5pm

Union/Policy Covered


99-Policy Covered

Complete Position Description

About University of California Los Angeles

Why work at UCLA? Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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