Assistant Director of Instruction

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Department Summary

The University of Mississippi, through its Center for STEM Learning is dedicated to advancing STEM education and active learning. The Center was established with a vision to focus on active learning in an interdisciplinary STEM environment and to support the retention of students pursuing STEM degrees. The Center is housed in the recently opened Jim and Thomas Duff Center for Science and Technology Innovation, a state of the art teaching building that includes four floors of laboratories, lecture halls and offices dedicated to supporting students in science, technology, engineering and math-related endeavors.

Role Specifications

Below you will find classification and compensation information.  For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family -  Education

Sub-Family - Instructional Design

Career Track / Level - M2

Grade - 11

Role Summary

Leads a team of instructional designers and works collaboratively with faculty members and other stakeholders to develop and implement innovative and effective instructional design solutions.

• Oversees development of active learning techniques in Integrated Science classes
• Implements professional development opportunities for faculty
• Facilitates active learning experiences in STEM courses
• Demonstrates active learning strategies in STEM classrooms
• Assesses the efficacy of active learning classrooms
• Coordinates activities of support staff, faculty, and/or volunteers engaged in implementation and administration of program objectives

Examples of Work Performed

• Leads professional development for faculty and graduate instructors 
• Facilitates active learning experiences in STEM courses
• Demonstrates active learning strategies in STEM classrooms
• Assesses the efficacy of active learning classrooms
• Implements training and development opportunities for faculty and graduate instructors including workshops, seminars, faculty development lunches, etc. 
• Promotes teaching excellence through one-on-one consultations with faculty and instructors, classroom observations, teaching materials analysis, and additional services as needed
• Analyzes workshop activity, surveys, and other evidence of impact to determine improvements of active learning teaching strategies within the Duff Center
• Oversees development of active learning techniques in Integrated Science classes
• Assists in showcasing the Duff Center as a center of excellence in STEM education
• Identifies opportunities for program and course improvement
• Assists and collaborates in community outreach efforts
• Works with K-12 teachers as time permits
• Collaborates with Center staff and faculty to develop strategic initiatives that align with the vision of the Center for STEM Learning.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following.  Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Manages and leads one or multiple instructional designers.
2. Collaborates with faculty members and other stakeholders to develop and implement instructional design solutions.
3. Develops and implements policies and procedures related to instructional design and course development.
4. Provides training and professional development opportunities to faculty members and instructional designers on effective teaching and learning strategies and technologies.
5. Monitors and evaluates program performance, making data-driven recommendations for program improvements and enhancements.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience:  (3) Three Years Experience including supervisory experience

An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in delivering professional development
• Minimum of 5 years experience in leadership roles in education
• Experience working with undergraduate students on active learning
• K-12 teaching experience with an understanding of the transition from K-12 to college
• Understanding of the dynamics and culture of undergraduate education

Please include a cover letter and resume with your application. 

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:  These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. 

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion:  The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.

Vision:  Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination:  While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.