Faculty Support Specialist

About the role

The Faculty Support Specialist will work directly with faculty to design learning experiences that leverage our Canvas LMS, integrate institutional assessment practices, and support Champlain's pedagogical approaches of inquiry-based, integrative, and experiential learning.

Responsibilities

• Educational Technology Integration & Canvas LMS Support
• Help faculty integrate educational technologies that enhance active learning, collaboration, student engagement, and equitable access to learning resources
• Provide consultation and training on aligning Canvas LMS features with course standards and institutional assessment needs
• Monitor emerging educational technologies and make recommendations for campus adoption; collaborate with the Canvas Administrator to identify and address faculty needs
• Assessment Design & Curricular Alignment
• Partner with the Director of Curriculum and Assessment to integrate institutional assessment practices into classroom teaching
• Support faculty in developing authentic assessments that promote meaningful student feedback while providing institutional assessment data
• Participate in planning conversations about using assessment data to inform continuous improvement of courses and curricula
• Faculty Development & Onboarding
• Provide onboarding support through new faculty orientation and ongoing development for full-time faculty and adjunct instructors
• Create resources, guides, and documentation to support faculty in instructional best practices
• Upon request of the Dean or Provost, offer one-on-one performance improvement coaching to faculty
• Collaborative Partnership & Program Support
• Work collaboratively with faculty groups engaged in course and program innovations
• Participate in committees and working groups related to curriculum development, assessment, and educational technology
• Contribute to planning, assessment, and program review for academic program evolution and enhancement

Requirements

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum & Instruction, Higher Education, or related field; or equivalent experience in instructional design and faculty support within an LMS environment
• Minimum 2 years of experience in instructional design, educational technology, or faculty development in higher education
• Demonstrated expertise with Canvas LMS
• Strong understanding of learning assessment principles, evidence-based teaching practices, and student-centered, experiential learning approaches
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse faculty populations and translate complex technical concepts into accessible guidance
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary curriculum development is ideal
• Experience with educational technology tools integrated with Canvas (e.g., H5P, Panopto, VoiceThread, polling tools, digital portfolios) is a bonus

Working Arrangements

• Full-time, primarily on-campus position based at our main campus in Burlington, VT, with hybrid flexibility
• Standard business hours Monday through Friday
• Occasional evening or weekend commitments for faculty development events or institutional activities

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary: $59,000 - $63,000
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
• Paid Time Off: 16 holidays, 4 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks sick time and 2 days of personal leave
• Retail: 403(b) plan with 3% employer matching contribution
• Education: Tuition benefits for employees and family members
• Wellness: Gym discount and Wellness programs with up to $300 annual incentives
• Welfare: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, plus life insurance
• Other Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling services, access to employee discounts and local/national benefit programs