Assistant Director, Chicago Center for Teaching and Learning

Department
 

College Chicago Center for Teaching

About the Department
 

The Chicago Center for Teaching and Learning (CCTL) advances teaching and learning at the University of Chicago by fostering a vibrant community of pedagogical reflection and innovation. The Center provides support for faculty, instructors, and graduate students across all disciplines through workshops, conferences, courses, learning communities, and consultation on higher education pedagogy. The CCTL also works with schools, divisions, and departments to advise on teaching development initiatives and collaborates with campus partners on developing and enhancing pedagogical programs. Central to the mission of the CCTL is the College Pedagogical Development Initiative (CPDI), a new suite of programs to provide robust teaching development support for faculty and instructors who teach UChicago undergraduates.

Job Summary
 

Reporting to and collaborating with the Director of the CCTL, the Assistant Director (AD) will manage the development and implementation of pedagogical programming in support of faculty and instructors, in particular the programs associated with the pilot College Pedagogical Development Initiative (CPDI). The CPDI aims to provide a structured program of pedagogical development for instructors through workshops, classroom observation and feedback, and one-on-one consultation, along with a faculty learning community program and annual colloquium on teaching and learning. The AD will lead program logistics, create resources, develop and lead workshops, implement a classroom observation and feedback process, and lead assessment of the programs, among other duties. They will also teach one section a year of Course Design and College Teaching, the CCTL’s flagship pedagogy course, and contribute to other aspects of Center operations as needed.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent PhD who is interested in exploring a career in educational development and gaining experience in a center for teaching and learning. The individual in this role will be in a position to make a significant impact on pedagogical programs at the University while developing skills relevant to the field. A successful candidate will have a PhD in a discipline represented at the University of Chicago, a track record of engagement with pedagogy initiatives, experience in college teaching, and knowledge of the literature on teaching and learning. This position is for a limited, two-year term.

Responsibilities

• Leads logistics for the CPDI, including announcements, application and review processes, scheduling of workshops, developing Canvas sites, website updates, and other communications efforts relevant to the program.
• Manages the budget for CPDI programming, including the financial support disbursed to program participants in support of their proposed teaching projects.
• Develops and manages pedagogical resources (guides, literature reviews, etc.) for all programs and events related to the CPDI.
• Develops and implements an assessment plan for CPDI programs to evaluate effectiveness of reaching program goals, including surveys and interviews of participants, review of materials produced by participants, analysis of teaching observation results, etc. Revise strategic priorities and make programmatic changes in light of the assessment, in consultation with Director of the CCTL.
• Designs and leads a number of pedagogical workshops for faculty and instructors on topics including learning and course redesign, assessment and grading, active and inclusive student engagement, and gathering feedback on teaching, among others.
• Leads the planning of an annual colloquium on teaching and learning, including directing logistics and communications relevant to the event, collaborating with other CCTL staff and campus partners as needed.
• Manages and performs classroom observations and individual teaching consultations for faculty and instructors.
• Develops and implements a classroom observation protocol suitable to the teaching and learning environment of the College and appropriate for supporting peer-to-peer classroom observation and feedback among faculty and instructors.
• Revises the CCTL’s midcourse review protocol (a mid-quarter student focus group assessment) and develops a process to implement at scale, including recruiting and supervising part-time graduate staff.
• Provides guidance and input to several faculty learning communities (groups of instructors engaged in various pedagogical and teaching development projects).
• Collects and analyzes learning community reports to support assessment efforts.
• Teaches one section of Course Design and College Teaching, a pedagogy course for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.
• Advises constituents, inclusive of faculty, lecturers, graduate students, or postdocs on various aspects of scholarly development.
• Responsible for scholarly development programs/services offered by office, including content development and administration.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• PhD (either in-hand or expected by start date).

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a related position, ideally in a center for teaching and learning or other pedagogically oriented unit.
• Teaching development experience.
• Knowledge of literature on teaching and learning.
• Workshop leading and individual consultation.
• Comfort in an academic and research-intensive environment.
• Experience with website editing and instructional technology.

Preferred Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and manage concurrent tasks with interruptions.
• Work with faculty and instructors from a variety of disciplines and backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing innovative and inclusive teaching in higher education.
• Work effectively with supervision and as a part of a team, individually, or in concert with other offices and campus partners.
• Establish good working relationships with people of different backgrounds.
• Work autonomously, taking initiative and without detailed instructions.
• Excellent facilitation, consultation, and collaboration skills.

Working Conditions

• This position is for a limited, two-year term.
• Office environment.
• Fast-paced environment
• Sit at a computer for 4-6 hours.
• Periodic walking to other campus locations.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter, to include interest in position (required)
• References Contact Information (3)(required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
 

Student Affairs & Services

Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status
 

Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

37.5

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

COVID-19 Vaccination or Approved Medical or Religious Exemption Required
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

Effective October 15, 2021, the University of Chicago requires COVID vaccination for all students, faculty, and staff members. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Department
 

College Chicago Center for Teaching

About the Department
 

The Chicago Center for Teaching and Learning (CCTL) advances teaching and learning at the University of Chicago by fostering a vibrant community of pedagogical reflection and innovation. The Center provides support for faculty, instructors, and graduate students across all disciplines through workshops, conferences, courses, learning communities, and consultation on higher education pedagogy. The CCTL also works with schools, divisions, and departments to advise on teaching development initiatives and collaborates with campus partners on developing and enhancing pedagogical programs. Central to the mission of the CCTL is the College Pedagogical Development Initiative (CPDI), a new suite of programs to provide robust teaching development support for faculty and instructors who teach UChicago undergraduates.

Job Summary
 

Reporting to and collaborating with the Director of the CCTL, the Assistant Director (AD) will manage the development and implementation of pedagogical programming in support of faculty and instructors, in particular the programs associated with the pilot College Pedagogical Development Initiative (CPDI). The CPDI aims to provide a structured program of pedagogical development for instructors through workshops, classroom observation and feedback, and one-on-one consultation, along with a faculty learning community program and annual colloquium on teaching and learning. The AD will lead program logistics, create resources, develop and lead workshops, implement a classroom observation and feedback process, and lead assessment of the programs, among other duties. They will also teach one section a year of Course Design and College Teaching, the CCTL’s flagship pedagogy course, and contribute to other aspects of Center operations as needed.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent PhD who is interested in exploring a career in educational development and gaining experience in a center for teaching and learning. The individual in this role will be in a position to make a significant impact on pedagogical programs at the University while developing skills relevant to the field. A successful candidate will have a PhD in a discipline represented at the University of Chicago, a track record of engagement with pedagogy initiatives, experience in college teaching, and knowledge of the literature on teaching and learning. This position is for a limited, two-year term.

Responsibilities

• Leads logistics for the CPDI, including announcements, application and review processes, scheduling of workshops, developing Canvas sites, website updates, and other communications efforts relevant to the program.
• Manages the budget for CPDI programming, including the financial support disbursed to program participants in support of their proposed teaching projects.
• Develops and manages pedagogical resources (guides, literature reviews, etc.) for all programs and events related to the CPDI.
• Develops and implements an assessment plan for CPDI programs to evaluate effectiveness of reaching program goals, including surveys and interviews of participants, review of materials produced by participants, analysis of teaching observation results, etc. Revise strategic priorities and make programmatic changes in light of the assessment, in consultation with Director of the CCTL.
• Designs and leads a number of pedagogical workshops for faculty and instructors on topics including learning and course redesign, assessment and grading, active and inclusive student engagement, and gathering feedback on teaching, among others.
• Leads the planning of an annual colloquium on teaching and learning, including directing logistics and communications relevant to the event, collaborating with other CCTL staff and campus partners as needed.
• Manages and performs classroom observations and individual teaching consultations for faculty and instructors.
• Develops and implements a classroom observation protocol suitable to the teaching and learning environment of the College and appropriate for supporting peer-to-peer classroom observation and feedback among faculty and instructors.
• Revises the CCTL’s midcourse review protocol (a mid-quarter student focus group assessment) and develops a process to implement at scale, including recruiting and supervising part-time graduate staff.
• Provides guidance and input to several faculty learning communities (groups of instructors engaged in various pedagogical and teaching development projects).
• Collects and analyzes learning community reports to support assessment efforts.
• Teaches one section of Course Design and College Teaching, a pedagogy course for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.
• Advises constituents, inclusive of faculty, lecturers, graduate students, or postdocs on various aspects of scholarly development.
• Responsible for scholarly development programs/services offered by office, including content development and administration.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

---
Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

---
Certifications:

---

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• PhD (either in-hand or expected by start date).

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a related position, ideally in a center for teaching and learning or other pedagogically oriented unit.
• Teaching development experience.
• Knowledge of literature on teaching and learning.
• Workshop leading and individual consultation.
• Comfort in an academic and research-intensive environment.
• Experience with website editing and instructional technology.

Preferred Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and manage concurrent tasks with interruptions.
• Work with faculty and instructors from a variety of disciplines and backgrounds.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing innovative and inclusive teaching in higher education.
• Work effectively with supervision and as a part of a team, individually, or in concert with other offices and campus partners.
• Establish good working relationships with people of different backgrounds.
• Work autonomously, taking initiative and without detailed instructions.
• Excellent facilitation, consultation, and collaboration skills.

Working Conditions

• This position is for a limited, two-year term.
• Office environment.
• Fast-paced environment
• Sit at a computer for 4-6 hours.
• Periodic walking to other campus locations.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter, to include interest in position (required)
• References Contact Information (3)(required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
 

Student Affairs & Services

Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status
 

Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

37.5

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

COVID-19 Vaccination or Approved Medical or Religious Exemption Required
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

Effective October 15, 2021, the University of Chicago requires COVID vaccination for all students, faculty, and staff members. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.