07/28/2023
JOB: Curriculum Specialist
TOHONO O'ODHAM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Job Title: Curriculum Specialist
Reports to: Academic Dean
Status: Full-time/ Regular/ Non-Exempt
Salary: $47,701-60,791 Annual (DOE& E)
SUMMARY: The Curriculum Specialist will possess knowledge and skills in curriculum development, course design, technology integration, and assessment techniques and tools to support faculty course development and delivery. The incumbent will create and implement professional development learning opportunities that are based on active learning, social justice, and indigenization of the curriculum for non-traditional students in all teaching modalities (in-person, hybrid, online asynchronous and synchronous, etc.). This is an in-person position with possibility of some remote work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
▪ Consult and collaborate with faculty on pedagogically sound and effective use of instructional design strategies, web-based resources, multimedia technologies, assessment, and instructional systems for course development and improvement that are based on Open Educational Resources.
▪ Develop course templates based on instructional design principles for faculty to utilize when collaborating on course design. Review hybrid and online courses for their alignment with established Specialized Professional Association national standards and data collection for assessment purposes.
▪ Develop and lead professional development opportunities to promote faculty competencies in digital learning and best practices in integrating technology in design and teaching for all teaching modalities.
▪ Provide on-demand support for faculty and staff regarding their teaching, learning, and technology needs.
▪ Attend curriculum committee meetings, maintain curriculum organized and up-to-date in the Student Information System including pre- and co-requisites and course rotations and sequences.
▪ Build and maintain course schedules and Academic Catalog.
▪ Supports the T-So:son (Our Core Values) including T-Wohocudadag – Our Beliefs, T-Apedag – Our Well-Being, T-Pi:k Elida – Our Deepest Respect and I-We:mta – Working Together;
▪ Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Qualifications:
▪ Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in instructional design, training and development, educational technology or closely related field OR an equivalent combination of a degree and directly related full-time work experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above.
▪ Three to five years of experience in instructional design and development, program development, professional development, and assessment and evaluation.
Additional Consideration May Be Given to Individuals with the Following Qualifications:
▪ Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or closely related field.
▪ Teaching experience in a K-12 and/or higher education setting.
▪ Experience designing course templates or courses for in-person, hybrid, or online environments for a program or organization beyond individual course development.
▪ Experience working with faculty supporting the integration of instructional pedagogies (learning theory, active learning, classroom management, assessment techniques, etc.).
▪ Experience facilitating professional development learning opportunities.
▪ Experience using educational technology and a learning management system, preferably Canvas. Experience supporting online learning initiatives at an institutional level.
▪ Ability to speak and understand O'odham and/or Spanish.
▪ Knowledge and understanding of the historical and contemporary issues facing Native peoples.
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
▪ Valid Arizona Driver's license with no DUI's or major traffic offenses within the past three years.
▪ Must successfully pass a background check and fingerprint clearance.
▪ Licenses may be required depending on the area of assignment.
KNOWLEDGE:
▪ Student-centered learning theories and techniques.
▪ Different instructional design models and their application to all teaching modalities.
▪ Adult learning theory.
▪ Student evaluation methods.
▪ Program review and assessment.
▪ Use of Student Information Systems, such as Jenzabar, Peoplesoft, Banner, etc.
SKILLS:
▪ Using computer and related software applications to design and develop state-of-the-art curricular offerings.
▪ Creating collateral materials for professional development sessions.
▪ Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with faculty, subordinates, coworkers, supervisor, and the general public, etc.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
TOCC is a tribal college located on the Tohono O'odham Nation, 60 miles west of Tucson. The Culinary Instructor will work closely with members of the Tohono O'odham Nation within a multicultural setting.
BENEFITS:
The College offers a comprehensive benefit package and 401(k).
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are available online at www.tocc.edu. Interested applicants must submit
▪ A completed TOCC application for employment, resume, related degrees, transcripts, certificates, a list of three references (name, position, organization and work phone numbers), and two (2) letters of recommendation dated within the past 24 months.
▪ If claiming Indian Preference Under Tohono O'odham Ordinance 01-85, submit a copy of certification or enrollment card and/ or if claiming Veteran Preference, submit a copy of the DD214 form to:
TOHONO O'ODHAM COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ATTENTION: HUMAN RESOURCES
P.O. BOX 3129 SELLS, AZ 85634
VOICE (520) 479-2307
FAX (520) 479-2281
"This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer."
