TEMP - Educational Technology Specialist
Life Chiropractic College West

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Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Life Chiropractic College West HQ - Hayward, CA

Position Type: Temporary

Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Travel Percentage: Minimal Travel

Job Shift: Day

Description ABOUT USLife Chiropractic College West (Life West), is a leader in chiropractic education. Our dedicated focus on the profession sets us apart from other institutions making our doctoral and continuing education programs some of the most sought-after in the world.Through a leading-edge curriculum and clinical training experience, we provide graduates with the knowledge, skills, philosophies, attitudes, and competencies to be the best in their field. Life West also empowers transformation. We believe that an outstanding education provides opportunities and resources far beyond the classroom experience. Our mission is to support the full career lifecycle from the classroom to retirement. CORE VALUESThe vision of Life West is to create a brighter future for humanity through graduating chiropractors who have a deep understanding of service, and of the innate potential of the human body to heal and adapt to its environment. The Doctor of Chiropractic program prepares graduates for personal and professional fulfilment in a climate of giving, doing, loving and serving from a place of abundance. PURPOSE Under the supervision of the Vice President of Academic Affairs, the Educational Technology Specialist is a central part of Life West's expanded efforts in educational technology in the classroom and in online learning. The Educational Technology Specialist has a strong understanding of pedagogy and learning technologies. S/he thinks strategically about teaching with technology and is able to conceptualize and implement solutions. The Educational Technology Specialist works directly and intensively with faculty and students when appropriate to facilitate the use of technology in the classroom. S/he has a love of learning and a passion for helping others to create learning opportunities. RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide support for teaching and learning technologies by serving as in-house expert in the development and functionality of our learning management system, Canvas, and other educational technologies.
• Assist departments and faculty in the development and use of these technologies to provide online and blended learning as a part of the LCCW curriculum and the continuing education department through the following:
• Training instructors on how to use LCCW Learning Management Systems and related technologies.
• Creating and maintaining instructional videos and other training tools that allow instructors to be as self-sufficient as possible.
• Managing all classroom course needs with regard to educational technology. This includes developing self-paced tutorials for instructors explaining how to use essential technologies in the classroom; providing on-site training and high-touch support for instructors who require extra help; maintaining daily oversight to ensure a high level of quality control for all technologies employed in the classroom; and troubleshooting where needed.

Designing and producing multimedia and interactive course materials, e.g., videos, podcasts, webinars, and interactive documents for tablet devices

In collaboration with the Educational Technology and Digital Systems Coordinator, provide high-quality technical support to students, instructors, and staff working with our LMS and other online learning tools.

In collaboration with the Educational Technology and Digital Systems Coordinator, explore ways to bring new educational technology tools into the classroom to enhance the learning experience; research and recommend new collaborative technologies as the need arises.

Work in coordination with Faculty, CELTT, and Academic Counseling to provide supplemental academic support to students of all capabilities and proficiencies using both Canvas and other digital and traditional heuristic methodologies and assistive tools.

Other duties as assigned.

GENERAL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND EXPECTATIONSIn addition to satisfactory performance on all of the responsibilities for this position, all College employees must fulfill the following basic performance expectations:

1. Values, Mission and Goals: All employees are expected to know and work by the College's values, mission and goals as set out in the college Strategic Plan..
2. Customer Service: All College employees will strive to provide outstanding customer service to everyone they serve including students, the community and fellow employees.
3. Grooming and Appearance: College employees are expected to maintain a neat and professional image at all times. When issued, College personnel must wear uniforms, and maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance.
4. Safety Awareness: College employees are expected to work diligently to maintain safe and healthful working conditions, and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment as provided, depending on the position.
5. Attendance Standards: College employees are expected to attend their work assignments and schedules at all times, pursuant to the College's Employee Handbook.
6. Training: College employees are expected to attend College-provided training sessions and meetings when deemed necessary or required.
7. Continuous Improvement: College employees are expected to give attention to continuous assessment and improvement of the position's assigned set of duties and responsibilities.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• Associates Degree required with a concentration in instructional design or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience in educational technology.
• Experience using web design, audio-visual technologies, and other online course enhancements.
• Experience using a learning management system (e.g., Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas).
• Experience in supporting users of various types of devices, e.g., Windows, Mac, iOS, Android.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong creative skills
• Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with frequent high levels of urgency or sensitivity.
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster a strong team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong interpersonal skills as well as a high level of sophistication in social and professional settings.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and address technical issues arising from administrative, learning, and teaching environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work calmly, professionally, with attention to detail, and with a strong focus on student and instructor support.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to and work well within a team environment.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and under strict deadlines.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills.
• Ready to learn new skills and technologies as needed.

ETHICS REQUIREMENTS

• Provide professional services with integrity.
• Provide professional services objectively.
• Maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to provide professional services competently.
• Be fair and reasonable in all professional relationships. Disclose conflicts of interest.
• Protect the confidentiality of all client information.
• Act in a manner that demonstrates exemplary professional conduct.
• Provide professional services diligently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Nature of work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment.
2. Requires ability to communicate and exchange information; collect, compile, and prepare work documents; and set up and maintain work files.
3. Must be able to lift 25 lbs., retrieving and placing materials on high shelves and on floor-level shelves; standing, walking, carrying, grasping, hearing, seeing, sitting, kneeling, climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, and reaching.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Work performed in a general office environment.

Life West is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the College's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors except where otherwise provided by law.This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Life Chiropractic College West. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.

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