Teaching & Learning Center (TLC) Coord & Instructional Designer

• Manages the daily operations of the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) and represents the TLC on state and institutional committees.
• Oversees new course creations and course redesigns, and onboards new faculty, guiding individuals through LMS training, course shell development, and OPI certification.
• Collaborates with faculty in conducting regular course design reviews, which ensure accessible, inclusive, and technology-enhanced course designs.
• Coordinates professional development including workshops, courses, presentations, and one-on-one sessions that are aligned with strategic priorities and faculty needs.
• Develops and teaches the course, Teaching at Great Falls College, and the technology orientation for new students, Tech Essentials.

• Master’s Degree in instructional or educational technology, education or a related field.
• 2 years experience in instructional design, including working with educators in various curricular areas to develop successful learning products.
• 2 years experience producing effective instructional materials and technologies to support teaching and learning based on user needs.
• 2 years experience identifying training needs and developing and facilitating resulting professional development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of creating courses in learning management systems.

• Experience supporting faculty in higher education.
• Experience creating and managing courses in Canvas (LMS).
• Knowledge of Department of Education distance course design requirements, accessibility requirements, and universal design best practices.
• Demonstrated experience working with people of varied technological skills and professional backgrounds.
• Two or more years of professional teaching experience.

Great Falls College Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the College does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the College’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.
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