Online Learning Coordinator

Stillman College•Tuscaloosa, AL

About The Position

Stillman College seeks an Online Learning Coordinator to advance the quality, reach, and effectiveness of its online and hybrid academic offerings. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs, the coordinator works within the Division of Academic Affairs under the leadership of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The role establishes standards for online course quality, prepares faculty to teach online and hybrid courses, coordinates Canvas and online student support, and monitors course outcomes to guide continuous improvement. The initial priority is partnering with faculty to redesign Master of Business Administration (MBA) courses for online and hybrid delivery, creating a model for future course redesign across the College. The position is full-time. During peak periods—including semester starts, faculty preparation sessions, course launches, Canvas transitions, and scheduled course quality reviews—the coordinator may need to work extended hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Advance notice will be provided whenever possible. During scheduled work hours, the employee must devote full time and attention to the position. Outside employment must not interfere with work or required availability, create a conflict of interest, or take place during scheduled working hours, and must be disclosed under College policy. The position requires flexibility, initiative, sound judgment, accountability, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in support of institutional priorities. Responsibilities may be adjusted to meet the College’s evolving needs. Final candidates must pass a pre-employment background investigation, including review of social media and other internet sources; a prior conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate, and any previous conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive individualized review. Applications are reviewed immediately and accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and at least three professional references through the College website. Stillman College is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, Higher Education, or a closely related field.
At least three years of progressively responsible experience in online course design, online teaching, faculty development, or instructional technology in higher education.
Demonstrated proficiency with Canvas or a comparable learning management system and related instructional technologies.
Thorough knowledge of online course quality standards, accessibility requirements, and effective online and hybrid pedagogy.
Exceptional written and oral communication, organizational, interpersonal, and project-management skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and administrators; manage multiple initiatives concurrently; and meet established deadlines.
Flexibility, initiative, sound judgment, and accountability, with the ability to manage multiple assignments in support of divisional and institutional priorities.
Must pass a pre-employment background investigation, including information obtained from social media and other internet sources.
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and a list of at least three professional references.

Nice To Haves

Quality Matters (QM) certification or completion of Applying the QM Rubric (APPQMR) training.
Experience redesigning graduate or business courses, particularly MBA courses, for online or hybrid delivery.
College-level teaching experience in online, hybrid, or face-to-face formats.
Experience with multimedia production, content-authoring tools, and data analysis and reporting.
Experience serving first-generation and adult learners.

Responsibilities

Establish, document, and steward institutional quality standards for online and hybrid instruction, informed by recognized frameworks such as Quality Matters.
Develop course design templates, rubrics, and review protocols that promote consistency, accessibility, and alignment with program and course learning outcomes.
Lead systematic course quality reviews and provide constructive feedback and recommendations to faculty and academic leadership.
Ensure online and hybrid courses meet accreditation expectations, federal accessibility requirements, and standards for regular and substantive interaction.
Design and deliver structured faculty preparation for online and hybrid teaching, covering online pedagogy, course design, and effective Canvas use.
Provide individualized consultation and ongoing support to faculty developing and teaching online and hybrid courses.
Maintain records of faculty preparation and monitor completion of required online teaching credentials.
Promote evidence-based practices in student engagement, assessment, and instructional technology use.
Partner with faculty to redesign existing courses for online and hybrid delivery, beginning with the MBA Program.
Establish and manage course redesign plans, timelines, and priorities in consultation with the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs and the MBA Program Director.
Guide faculty in developing course maps, learning activities, multimedia content, and assessments aligned with learning outcomes.
Extend redesign efforts to additional academic programs as directed by the Division of Academic Affairs.
Coordinate Canvas use for online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses, including course shells, templates, and institutional settings.
Serve as the principal contact for faculty Canvas inquiries and collaborate with Information Technology on integrations, upgrades, and issue resolution.
Develop guides, tutorials, and other resources to support effective Canvas use by faculty and students.
Coordinate orientation and readiness resources for students in online and hybrid courses.
Collaborate with Student Success, Information Technology, the Library, Disability Services, and other offices to connect online learners with academic and technical support.
Respond to or appropriately refer student concerns related to course access and the online learning environment.
Monitor and analyze online course outcomes, including enrollment, retention, course completion, grade distributions, and student feedback.
Prepare reports and recommendations for the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs to support continuous improvement and institutional decisions.
Support institutional assessment, accreditation, and state authorization reporting related to distance education.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs or other authorized College leadership.