Educational Consultant

Location: Southwestern Ontario

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Job

Requisition  Type:

Full time Employee Group:

Staff Job Category:

Academic Delivery Support

Employment Type:

Temporary Department:

Associate Vice-President, Academic Programs - Teaching Support, Academic Teaching Incubator Hiring Range:$80,248.28 - $Posting Information:

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The internal posting deadline for this position is July 16, 2026 at 11:59PM.This position is being offered as a Secondment or contract opportunity. Term: 1 year

Job Description:

Primary Purpose The position serves as an educational development resource for faculty and academic partners, providing expertise in teaching, learning, course design, assessment, and educational technologies. The role supports the development of effective, inclusive, and evidence-informed teaching practices through consultation, faculty development programming, applied research, and participation in institutional teaching and learning initiatives.

Key Accountabilities Pedagogical and Instructional Support Advise instructors on course design, assessment, and teaching practices using established frameworks and best practices

Support the application of pedagogical approaches across a range of disciplines

Guide instructors in aligning learning outcomes, activities, and assessment strategies to support course design

Provide consultation and practical guidance on teaching and learning practices, approaches, and resources.

Adapt and tailor teaching and learning resources and tools to meet instructor and program needs

Faculty Development Organize/Develop and Lead University-wide workshops and training sessions on core teaching and learning topics

Provide one-on-one and small group consultations to instructors to support teaching development?

Contribute to faculty development programming through the design and facilitation of learning experiences for instructors.

Contribute to the systematic evaluation and enhancement of learning offerings to ensure effectiveness, relevance and impact.

Course and Courseware Design Guide the development and revision of course materials and assessments

Provide consultation and support to instructors on the effective use of learning management systems and educational technologies to enhance teaching and learning

Integrate inclusive and accessible design principles into initiatives in collaboration with academic partners

Participate in course design projects, contributing subject matter expertise in teaching, learning, and educational development.

Research and Evidence-Informed Practice Apply established teaching and learning research to practice

Engage in applied research and evaluation activities to support continuous improvement and evidence-informed decision-making Perform data collection, analysis, and reporting

Stay current with emerging trends in higher education pedagogy

Recommends best practices and supports continuous improvement through the integration of research, evaluation findings, and sector trends

Projects and Institutional Initiatives Contribute to projects and institutional initiatives related to teaching and learning

Support implementation activities, including resource development and coordination

Participate in working groups and collaborative initiatives

Track progress and provide updates on assigned work Collaboration and Supervision Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Collaborate with colleagues to support the achievement of team and organizational objectives.

Serve as a resource to peers on complex or specialized matters related to the role.

Provide guidance, coaching, mentorship and support to colleagues, fostering independence, professional growth, and effective problem-solving.

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