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Instructional Technologist

Job Locations US-NY-New York
ID
2024-10660
College
Administration
Position Type
Full-Time
Schedule Shift
No
Hours Per Week
36.5
Travel
As needed
Category
Information Technology
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Overview

The Instructional Technologist is responsible for providing support, training and creating instructional materials for Touro University system users in the use of technology to enhance their instructional and administrative duties. This role will also act as a Canvas LMS administrator to provide LMS administrative support to Touro University system LMS users.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

 

  • Act as a Canvas LMS administrator to provide LMS administrative support to Touro University system LMS users.
  • Respond to Instructional Technology related Helpdesk tickets and provide various LMS support to Touro faculty and students.
  • Work closely with faculty to advance their Learning Management System understanding and effective incorporation in traditional and online classrooms.
  • Deliver online and face-to-face trainings in group and one-on-one settings on topics such as LMS technologies, Office 365, Box, Zoom, Qualtrics etc.
  • Develop templates, tools, and processes to streamline the use of technology in instructional settings.
  • Design and develop courses in various modalities, including instructor-led, self-study, computer-based and web based.
  • Multimedia support to faculty including assisting with video recording, video post-production, webcasts, podcasts, mobile video device, and instructional video conferencing.
  • Provide training to employees on various Touro University system-wide applications as needed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelors degree in a related field required.
  • 2 to 3 year’s experience of eLearning teaching and/or training.
  • Experience working in higher education / Familiarity with higher education environment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities 

  • A demonstrated ability to use the instructional design process, major models/best practices, and ability to grasp technical and non-technical content.
  • Ability to work well with others and to communicate ideas clearly orally and in writing.
  • Quickly adapt new computer technologies as they become available, and keep pace with changing educational and training needs.
  • Ability to maintain calm under pressure.
  • Ability to meet deadlines on an ongoing basis.
  • Experience in delivering technical training to non-technical end-users.
  • Experience in in-person and remote training for individuals as well as large groups.
  • Experience with public speaking .

Computer Skills

  • Proficiency in Canvas Learning Management System.
  • Proficiency in Office 365 Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Proficiency in Zoom and other video conferencing software.
  • Proficiency in Captivate and or Articulate (preferred).

Travel 

  • Travel to other Touro campuses, seminars, conferences as needed.

Maximum Salary

USD $59,996.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $47,997.00/Yr.

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Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

  • Full range of Health Plans
    • Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
    • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
    • Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
  • Dependent Care and Transit Programs
  • Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance  
  • Short-term and Long-term disability programs 
  • Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
  • Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
  • Generous Paid Time Off
    • Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
    • Annual Holiday Schedule


    All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.

    Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.

    Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 50 West 47th Street, 12th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, nicole.barnett@touro.edu (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at compliance@touro.edu and 646-565-6000 x55330.