Job Details

Educational Developer

Position Number: 6965764
Location: Augusta, GA
Position Type: Instructional Technology and Design

Educational Developer

Job ID: 295676
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University-

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Job Summary

The Educational Developer supports high quality teaching and student learning by partnering with faculty, instructors and graduate teaching assistants to strengthen teaching practice through coaching, consultation and evidence informed professional learning. This role's primary service is instructional coaching through structured, goal-based engagements with faculty. The position designs and facilitates scalable development opportunities and contributes to institution-wide teaching and learning initiatives that advance student success, comprehensive teaching and accessible learning experiences.

Responsibilities

INSTRUCTIONAL COACHING AND CONSULTATION: Provide individual and small group instructional coaching through structured cycles that may include goal setting, observation or course walkthroughs, feedback conversations, action planning, and follow-up. Conduct confidential, developmental teaching consultations related to course design, teaching strategies, assessment alignment, and student engagement across modalities. Support instructors in interpreting evidence of teaching effectiveness, including student feedback, peer input, and course data, and then translating it into practical changes. Maintain a supportive, non-evaluative stance that builds trust and encourages reflective practice.

FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMING: Design, facilitate, and assess professional learning experiences including workshops, institutes, learning communities, and cohort-based series. Develop reusable resources such as guides, templates, examples, and toolkits that instructors can use to improve teaching and course design. Partner with academic units and campus stakeholders to identify needs and deliver tailored programming.

COURSE AND CURRICULUM SUPPORT: Support course design and redesign using outcome-aligned practices that connect learning outcomes, assessments, and learning activities. Consult on assessment design and academic integrity aligned with learning goals and appropriate workload for instructors and students. Promote student-centered approaches that reduce barriers and increase belonging.

ASSESSMENT AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Evaluate coaching and program outcomes using appropriate methods such as feedback tools, participation data, and qualitative evidence. Document reach, engagement, and impact for unit reporting and strategic planning. Use findings to improve services and resource development

COLLABORATION AND SERVICE: Collaborate with instructional design, learning technologies, libraries, accessibility services, and academic leadership to support institutional priorities in the instructional space. Contribute to committees, initiatives, and events related to teaching excellence and student success. Provide occasional support for special projects aligned with the mission of the Center for Instructional Innovation.

: Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in education with three years of experience in instructional design, learning sciences, educational psychology, higher education, or a related field, OR Master's degree from an accredited college or university in any Augusta University taught discipline with three years of equivalent professional experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the responsibilities of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral or terminal degree from an accredited college or university. Formal training in instructional coaching methods or teaching observations. Experience supporting graduate teaching assistants or early career instructors. Experience assessing program impact and using data to improve services. Record of contributions to teaching and learning scholarship, professional presentations or resource publication.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Experience teaching in higher education.

Experience designing and facilitating professional learning.

Experience providing instructional coaching, mentoring, or teaching consultations.

SKILLS

Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.

Project management skills.

Strong communication, interpersonal, relationship-building, and coaching skills.

Skilled in coaching conversations, including active listening, goal setting, feedback, and follow-through.

ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Commitment to comprehensive and accessible teaching practices.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required)

Now hiring for several positions as we're expanding our team!

Pay Band: B12

Salary: $62,300/annually-$79,400/annually

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=295676&PostingSeq=1