Teaching and Learning Specialist

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

9d•$60,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (CISA) Dean’s Office is seeking a collaborative, innovative Teaching and Learning Specialist to serve as an instructional designer and advance excellence in teaching and learning across the college’s academic programs. The specialist partners with faculty and academic leaders to design, build, and continuously improve high-quality learning experiences that support student engagement, academic achievement, and career readiness in online, hybrid, and in-person courses. A primary focus is developing, organizing, and maintaining courses in the Canvas Learning Management System. Working with faculty, the specialist translates instructional content into engaging, well-organized, accessible courses by developing modules, assignments, discussions, quizzes, rubrics, multimedia content, and learning activities. The role applies evidence-based instructional design, learning science, accessibility standards, and quality assurance practices to create intuitive, student-centered learning environments. The specialist serves as a Canvas and educational technology resource for faculty, offering consultation on instructional design, course organization, accessibility, assessment, Canvas best practices, and university-supported technologies. The position also supports thoughtful integration of emerging technologies, including generative AI, while promoting responsible and ethical use. As a member of the CISA Teaching and Learning team, the specialist collaborates with faculty, academic leaders, and university partners to strengthen the quality and consistency of Canvas courses. The role develops course templates and instructional resources, supports faculty development, reviews courses for quality and accessibility, and recommends improvements based on instructional best practices and student feedback. The position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus, with hybrid work available subject to approval and a requirement to spend at least 60% of the regular workweek at the primary ASU work location. The position is full time, with a stated salary range of $60,000–$65,000 annually, depending on experience. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; evenings and weekends may occasionally be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment or field, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or training demonstrating comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Learning Science, Higher Education, or a related field.
Experience designing and building Canvas courses and/or using authoring and multimedia tools and other instructional technologies.
Experience translating complex subject matter into clear, structured, and engaging learning experiences for adult learners.
Experience developing synchronous distance education courses from initial concept through implementation.
Experience creating multimedia learning content using Articulate Storyline, Rise, Camtasia, Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar applications.
Experience using instructional technologies and external educational tools that support online and hybrid teaching, such as Harmonize, Yellowdig, or McGraw-Hill Connect.
Experience providing training, workshops, or instructional support in higher education settings.
Demonstrated troubleshooting and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with faculty and other stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple competing tasks and priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

Partner with CISA faculty to design, develop, and continuously improve online, hybrid, and in-person courses aligned with program and university learning outcomes.
Design, build, and maintain courses in Canvas Learning Management Systems.
Apply evidence-based instructional design principles to develop engaging course materials, assessments, and learning activities that support student success.
Consult with faculty on course design, instructional technologies, and effective teaching practices.
Support the responsible use of Canvas, generative AI tools, and other university-supported educational technologies, providing guidance on effective, ethical, and accessible implementation.
Review courses for quality, accessibility, and alignment with learning objectives, recommending improvements as needed.
Provide timely troubleshooting support to instructors through phone, email, and Zoom for supported technologies.
Develop faculty resources, tutorials, and training materials that promote effective, inclusive, and AI-informed teaching practices.
Facilitate or support workshops and one-on-one consultations on instructional design, educational technology, generative AI, and accessibility.
Collect and analyze course feedback and instructional data to inform continuous improvement efforts.
Provide guidance on selecting, implementing, and integrating instructional technology tools and platforms based on instructional goals.
Stay current on emerging instructional technologies, including generative AI, and recommend solutions that enhance teaching, learning, student engagement, and academic integrity.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules
Low-cost health and life benefits
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Tuition waiver for benefits-eligible staff members
Tuition reduction for spouses and dependents
Disability and leaves program for income protection
Free and confidential behavioral health services through employee assistance
Volunteer and professional development release time
Disability resources
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement