Curricular Support Assistant - Project Dragonfly

Miami University Alumni Association • Oxford, AL

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time