CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT DESIGN SPECIALIST

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

UW Continuum College (UWC²) expands the reach of the University of Washington with programs like UW Professional & Continuing Education, International & English Language Programs, Summer Youth and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the UW that meet the needs of various learners at all phases of their lives. We’re focused on removing obstacles to relevant educational opportunities by addressing geographic, financial, length of commitment and time constraints, increasing access to knowledge for more people. As a diverse community that values inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a respectful, supportive workplace where innovation comes to life. By looking ahead and experimenting with new approaches, we’re creating new educational opportunities to help people thrive in a world of change.

Diversity and respect for all, is a core value of UW Continuum College. We are committed to improving access to education, removing barriers to entry, and viewing our work through an equity lens. We believe our organization is better when diversity of thought, practice, and experiences are not only welcomed but celebrated. We are passionate about creating, and supporting an inclusive working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty.

The University of Washington’s Continuum College (UWC2) has an outstanding opportunity for a Curriculum Design Specialist within our Learning Experience (LE) team. In support of LE’s mission to provide high-quality educational experiences for traditional and non-traditional learners, the individual in this role collaborates closely with faculty, instructors, subject matter experts, and learning designers to develop inclusive program and course curricula and assessments. 

The ideal candidate is an expert in designing outcomes, assessments, and content plans for entire academic programs as well as individual courses. The Curriculum Design Specialist will work with individuals, departments, and programs across the University to plan new academic programs, revise existing programs, align program and course outcomes, and develop or revise assessment approaches across a range of modalities (e.g., in person, hybrid, online). This role will also collaborate with our faculty, instructors, and program managers to support data collection strategies, assist in the implementation of microcredentials across programs and courses, and be a leading voice for authentic assessment practices across our portfolio.

UWC² team members bring their talents to a successful, respected, and financially self-sustaining continuing education environment that values collaborative decision-making, innovative solutions, and environmentally sound green practices. We are passionate about improving the educational experiences of our students and creating lasting partnerships with campus and our community.

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