Assistant Dean of the Center for the Enhancement of Teaching, Assessment, and Learning

About the role

The Assistant Dean of the Center for the Enhancement of Teaching, Assessment, and Learning (CETAL) at Elgin Community College drives faculty development, student learning assessment, and instructional quality.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CETAL Associate Dean to plan, sustain, and assess programs and initiatives that support teaching excellence.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate individual CETAL sessions that are part of CETAL programs.
• Create and maintain on-demand resources for faculty and administrators.
• Collaborate on college-wide teaching and learning initiatives and serve on institutional committees.
• Assist individual faculty members upon request on matters related to teaching.

Requirements

• Masters degree in a related teaching/learning field with a minimum of four semesters (as the instructor of record) experience teaching college-level courses in a classroom setting and/or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Considerable knowledge of scholarship on instructional design, assessment practices, and inclusive pedagogies such as culturally responsive teaching and Universal Design for Learning.
• Considerable knowledge of academic outcomes assessment methods and best practices.
• Considerable knowledge of successful coaching and mentoring strategies.
• Considerable skill in creating and leading professional learning opportunities, such as interactive workshops or institutes, for diverse audiences with varied professional development needs.
• Considerable skill in working with instructional technologies such as course management systems.
• Considerable skill in interpersonal interaction to be applied to a variety of individuals with differing education, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Considerable skill in organizing work to meet established deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
• Considerable skills in verbal and written communication.
• Working skills in project creation, development, and management.
• Working skills in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Access and Publisher.
• Working skill in operating a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment as well as learning and adapting to new and updated programs and technology.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching college-level courses in a classroom setting at a community college.

Skills

• Knowledge of scholarship on instructional design, assessment practices, and inclusive pedagogies.
• Academic outcomes assessment methods and best practices.
• Successful coaching and mentoring strategies.
• Creating and leading professional learning opportunities.
• Instructional technologies such as course management systems.
• Interpersonal interaction with diverse audiences.
• Project creation, development, and management.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Computer and software proficiency.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
• Retail Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
• Time Off with Pay
• Professional Development/Expense
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick Banks

Pay

This is a Full-Time Administrative position at grade 16, with an annual salary range of $73,873 to $98,497. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM

FLSA Status

Exempt

Grant Funded

No

Job Summary

The Assistant Dean of the Center for the Enhancement of Teaching, Assessment, and Learning (CETAL) performs work of moderate difficulty by contributing to the planning and execution of Center's programs and resources.

Physical Demands

Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)

Environmental Conditions

Moderate noise

Current SSECCA Union Member Information

The initial posting date for this position is 07/23/2026. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 08/03/2026 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers. In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer.