Instruction Content Developer, Candler School of Theology

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Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Works with faculty or external constituencies, for example, healthcare and education, to develop instructional materials (both continuing education and/or for university credit) for delivery in traditional face-to-face and/or web/app-based environments.
• May research and develop case studies for delivery using novel approaches, including computer and distance learning technologies.
• May work in collaboration with multimedia developers.
• May assist faculty or external constituents in integrating instructional technologies into their teaching and training.
• Evaluates and recommends new instructional methods and associated technology.
• May instruct students, faculty, and staff in the selection and use of appropriate instructional methods and associated technologies.
• Serves as training facilitator as needed.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• The position will report to the Senior Director of Digital Learning and will provide instructional design resources for Candler faculty and staff.
• In this capacity, the candidate will support Candler faculty in designing Canvas sites, engaging digital pedagogical tools, brainstorming creative assignments, and implementing best practices in online learning.
• The candidate will support faculty teaching in Candler’s in-person and hybrid masters programs as well as its online Doctor of Ministry program.
• The candidate will also support staff and program areas as they design Canvas sites or implement digital pedagogical tools in their curricular and para-curricular work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field and three years of related experience in an educational environment, OR an equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
• The ability to manage multiple projects; strong oral and written communication skills; and the ability to interact with both faculty and staff as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Current knowledge on pedagogical issues related to education and technology.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in theological higher education, along with knowledge on pedagogical issues related to education and technology in ministry.
• Experience in instructional design, training delivery, or learning consultation experience.
• Experience with Canvas LMS and Articulate Storyline.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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