Subject Matter Expert; SME : Online Course Development EDU-Literature & Media

Subject Matter Expert (SME) Opportunity:
Online Course Development EDU-3460:
Literature & Media for Children & Youth

Join to apply for the Subject Matter Expert (SME) Opportunity:
Online Course Development EDU-3460:
Literature & Media for Children & Youth role at Vermont State University
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Vermont State University’s Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with Special Education program prepares students to become teachers licensed in both Elementary Education (K-6) and Special Education (K-8). With careful planning, a full‑time student can complete the degree in four years, earning a recommendation for a Level I Professional Educator’s License issued by the Vermont Agency of Education. This license is required to work as a public school teacher in Vermont and is recognized in all other states that have signed the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement.

Through courses and practicum experiences, students learn the theories, research, standards and practices that provide a solid foundation for educators passionate about teaching and committed to creating welcoming learning environments that are inclusive of all learners. The program focuses on action research, collaboration, social justice, inclusivity, diversity, equity, inclusion, democracy, critical perspectives, inquiry, creativity, advocacy, theory into practice, and education as a public good.

Vermont State University is seeking immediately available and qualified Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop high‑quality academic content for its online B.A. in Elementary Education with Special Education program. This innovative program prepares aspiring educators for dual licensure in Elementary Education (K‑6) and Special Education (K‑8), equipping them with the theories, research, and practical skills to create inclusive, equitable learning environments for diverse learners.

As an SME, you will create and revise original course materials following VTSU Online’s established course development process, including templates, milestones, and quality reviews. Compensation per course is $4,100.00.

Literature & Media For Children & Youth

This course examines a wide range of literature and media for children and young adults. Participants study literature selections for different reading levels across age groups and learn to conduct text analysis while building an understanding of literature as an intersection of aesthetics, semiotics, culture, literacy, and learning.

• Terminal degree (earned doctorate or other terminal degree) in Education, Special Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a closely related field aligned with elementary and/or special education.
• Current, valid Vermont Level I or higher Professional Educator’s License with endorsement in Elementary Education (K–6) and/or Special Education, or a current principal’s license with demonstrated background in these areas.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Vermont educator licensure requirements.
• Minimum of three years of successful, documented full-time teaching experience in PK–8 settings, including substantial experience in public school classrooms, preferably Vermont.
• Direct experience teaching and supporting students with disabilities in inclusive settings (e.g., co‑teaching, IEP development and implementation, differentiated instruction, use of evidence-based interventions) and familiarity with IDEA and Section 504 requirements.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and any other checks required by Vermont law and partner school districts prior to practicum‑ or PK–8 classroom‑related work.
• Evidence of strong collaboration skills and professional communication with school partners, colleagues, and university personnel, including willingness to work within Vermont State University’s established online course development process and standards.
• Candidates with demonstrated knowledge of online learning environments, curriculum development, and adult learning theory are especially encouraged to apply. Experience designing or teaching in an online or hybrid context, familiarity with standards for online pedagogy, and an…