Instructional Technologist – Digital Learning and Digital Accessibility

Instructional Technologist – Digital Learning and Digital Accessibility

Queens Campus - Charlotte, North Carolina

Staff Full-Time | M-F | 40 hours per week

VP Area:
Finance and Administration | Department:
Information Technology

This is a one-year limited term position.

The Instructional Technologist – Digital Learning and Digital Accessibility supports the Hayworth Center for Digital Learning (HCDL) as part of Teaching and Learning Technologies (TLT), providing faculty- and staff-facing expertise in digital learning technologies, digital accessibility, and learning design.

The position provides consultative support for Microsoft 365, Canvas (LMS), and other digital learning tools, helping faculty and staff use technology effectively to support teaching, learning, collaboration, and university operations. The position also advances digital accessibility through resources, consultations, and support for accessible digital practices, and contributes to evidence-based digital learning design support by developing resources and providing learning design consultations.

This position is in-person based in Charlotte, North Carolina. It will primarily serve the Queens University of Charlotte campus in Myers Park and Elon University’s programs offered at the South End Charlotte campus, while collaborating with TLT and IT colleagues located in Elon and Charlotte on initiatives as appropriate. This position reports to the Assistant Director, Hayworth Center for Digital Learning on the Queens University of Charlotte campus.

This is a one-year limited term position. Regular travel between the campuses of Queens University of Charlotte and Elon University’s South End (Charlotte) is expected. Occasional travel for professional meetings and events at Elon University’s campus in Elon, NC is expected.

Master’s degree in instructional technology, educational technology, instructional design, education, or a related field and one year of relevant professional experience. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365 and its core applications, including the ability to support, develop resources for, and guide faculty and staff in their effective use. Familiarity with Canvas LMS. Requires outstanding communication and consultative skills and must be able to apply these skills with faculty and staff.

Familiarity with WCAG accessibility standards.

Experience with SharePoint. Experience developing and supporting online, hybrid, or technology-enhanced experiences in higher education. Experience designing and developing digital accessibility resources.

Must be detail-oriented, have excellent time management and organizational skills, and be able to effectively lead and execute projects and initiatives. Must be able to work both independently and be a team player. A patient nature and the ability to build effective, positive working relationships with faculty, staff, and campus partners across diverse roles, perspectives, and working styles are essential. Must be comfortable leading training sessions and speaking in front of groups.

Must be able to work with frequent interruptions, manage multiple projects, and learn independently. A basic understanding of copyright and fair use, and its application in education is preferred.

Experience and facility with Microsoft Office, Learning Management System (Canvas), and other web-based technologies are required. Familiarity with tools, applications, and equipment used for instruction and work productivity and e-learning are preferred. Must have knowledge and passion for learning the latest instructional technology trends and tools and their application to…