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Curricular Support Assistant - Project Dragonfly

Part-time

Fully Remote

Upham Hall, Oxford Campus

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Job Description Summary: 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.

Job Description

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.

*Minimum Qualifications: *

• 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.

*Considerations may be given to applicants with: *

• 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. 

?This is a part-time temporary position for approximately 1 year, with the possibility of renewal depending upon performance and available funding. 

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents: Resume/ CV and Cover Letter

Special Instructions (if applicable): Inquiries may be directed to Kevin Matteson at [MATTESKC@MiamiOH.edu]{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}. Screening of applicants will begin two (2) weeks from the date of posting and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

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Remote Work

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