Distance Learning and Digital Navigation Lead - AEL (Grant-funded)

Collin College•Plano, TX

2d•$65,420 - $79,781•Onsite

About The Position

The adult education & literacy (AEL) lead for distance learning and digital navigation will act as a single point of contact to the Texas Workforce Commission and effectively lead online learning, digital navigation, digital literacy, and other educational technology efforts for the program, including participant and staff access to online professional development. This position will report to the AEL director. This is a 100% grant-funded position. Therefore, the continuation of the position is subject to continued external funding.

Requirements

Knowledge of AEL grant requirements and Guidelines for Instructional Programs in Workforce (GIPWE) regulations.
Knowledge of course content
Knowledge of web development applications and content management systems
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Computer and applicable software skills
Effective organization and time management skills
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to work independently and work cooperatively with other employees and actively participate as a team member
Ability to maintain budgets and work with vendors
Ability to evaluate, analyze, and consolidate data and use spreadsheet programs
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and three (3) years of experience in an academic setting.
Demonstrated experience creating and facilitating distance learning and digital navigation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

Ensure that online students, staff, and faculty serving this grant have access to the services and resources equivalent to those attending face-to-face programs.
Coordinate and oversee the selection, evaluation, and promotion of e-resources, such as databases, e-books, and other digital learning, teaching, and research materials.
Manage and coordinate the licensing, ordering and renewal of electronic resources, maintaining the licensing agreements and related files to ensure ready and current access.
Serve as liaison between the students, faculty, AEL leadership, and the Texas Workforce Commission on matters of curriculum support through electronic collection development and the development of online literacy instruction.
Assist teaching faculty in the design and implementation of assignments as part of a distance learning program.
Facilitate communication and collaboration to ensure timely, quality decision-making concerning digital services and distance learning services.
Oversee and coordinate efforts in developing the content and usability of the AEL website within the framework outlined for the overall web presence of the college.
Assist in the development of operational guidelines and procedures for the AEL grant.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures, and Core Values.