Curricular Support Assistant - Project Dragonfly

Job Title

Curricular Support Assistant - Project Dragonfly

Department

Dragonfly Program JM

Worker Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Pay Type

Period Activity Pay

Benefit Eligible

No

Job Description Summary

Project Dragonfly Curricular Support Assistant supports course design and implementation for two large-scale online graduate programs focused on conservation, community engagement in science, and environmental stewardship. The Curricular Support Assistant will work with a creative team of staff and faculty to support students, revise courses, recruit prospective students, and measure program metrics.

Job Description

Responsibilities: 

• Support faculty and staff in course revisions, including identifying recently-published articles, updating assignment details and syllabi, and supporting accessibility of course materials. 

• Answer program-related questions from potential applicants and current students during business hours and evenings. 

• Facilitate and promote program-focused evening webinars, faculty/staff working groups, and other related initiatives.

• Review and summarize course evaluations and program assessments to improve outcomes. 

• Complete other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in any field.

• One year of experience with online education. 

• Background knowledge in one or more content areas offered by Project Dragonfly (e.g., conservation, biodiversity, evolution, leadership, participatory education, inquiry-based education, formal/ informal education, conservation science, and community engagement). 

• Experience with Google apps, Canvas, Zoom, and software related to the creation of video/instructional media.

Considerations may be given to applicants with: 

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in curricular design, particularly within online learning communities.

• Experience with web-based courses and instruction.

• Experience working with collaborative teams.

• Experience with student retention. 

• Experience with living collections institutions and/ or global conservation organizations.

• Availability M-F from 8-5 PM ET.  

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This is a part-time temporary position for approximately 1 year, with the possibility of renewal depending upon performance and available funding. 

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Resume/ CV and Cover Letter

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Inquiries may be directed to Kevin Matteson at MATTESKC@MiamiOH.edu. Screening of applicants will begin two (2) weeks from the date of posting and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

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