Senior Instructional Consultant
About The Position
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a Senior Instructional Consultant to join the Rothwell Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE), supporting the Worldwide Campus. This role contributes to the University’s mission of academic excellence by advancing high-quality teaching, learning, and instructional innovation across all modalities. The Senior Instructional Consultant will serve as a subject matter expert in pedagogy, online education, instructional technology, and the scholarship of teaching and learning. This position plays a key role in faculty development, instructional quality assurance, data-informed decision-making, and the continuous improvement of teaching and learning practices.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in education, Educational Leadership, Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or a related field
- 3–5 years of teaching experience in higher education or related instructional environment
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based teaching practices and instructional design principles
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Experience with data analysis and program evaluation
- Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and cross-functional teams
- Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive instructional practices
- Familiarity with educational technology tools and online learning environments
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt in a dynamic environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and support faculty development
Nice To Haves
- Experience in faculty development, instructional support, or educational consulting preferred
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deliver faculty training, onboarding, and ongoing professional development programs to enhance instructional excellence.
- Provide consultation, mentoring, and performance support to faculty across teaching modalities, including course design, delivery, and evaluation.
- Conduct course reviews, faculty observations, and instructional quality assessments aligned with best practices and institutional standards.
- Analyze data and assess the impact of RCTLE initiatives, including surveys, focus groups, and stakeholder feedback to inform continuous improvement.
- Lead and contribute to research and scholarship in teaching and learning, instructional design, and educational effectiveness.
- Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Student Success, IT, and other university units to support student success and resolve instructional challenges.
- Serve as a mentor to Instructional Consultants and contribute to team development, coordination, and knowledge sharing.
- Support initiatives related to digital learning, accessibility, instructional technology, and curriculum enhancement.
- Participate in professional organizations (e.g., OLC, QM, POD, UPCEA) and represent RCTLE through presentations, research, and engagement.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree
- Discounted tuition rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26
- Annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan
- 4% matching contribution to retirement plan, with no vesting period
- 18 days of personal leave in your first year
- 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
