director of academic

Columbia University

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule:</li>
<li>Building: Morningside</li>
<li>Salary Range: $74,000 to $82,000</li>
</ul><div>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</div> 
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Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Graduate Academic Advising supports the academic success and overall experience of Columbia Engineering graduate students. The role enhances advising capacity across master&rsquo;s and doctoral programs, with added emphasis on master's level support. It focuses on providing academic policy guidance, supporting partnership and dual-degree programs, and coordinating responses to student concerns. In addition to advising master&rsquo;s students, the position contributes to selected doctoral processes and assists with routine doctoral student-related inquiries. The Assistant Director works closely with departments and campus partners to ensure students receive consistent information, timely assistance, and a clear path toward degree completion.

Responsibilities

Graduate Student Advising (50%):

Advises graduate students, with an emphasis on MS students, on various aspects of their studies, including school-level degree requirements, academic policies, and procedures.

Meets with students individually, responds to their inquiries, and connects them to resources as appropriate.

Advises students interested in or enrolled in the school's various MS specializations, such as the Advanced Master's Research specialization.

Supports student advising needs for partnership and dual-degree programs, coordinating requirements, documentation, and routine communications with students.

Coordinates onboarding and support for incoming partnership and dual-degree program students, including orientation materials and transition guidance.

Serves as an advisor for designated Columbia Engineering MS programs, including but not limited to MBAxMS and the MS in AI program. Tracks and provides guidance to students on curriculum requirements, registration issues, and academic planning.

Refers students to their respective faculty advisors and Career Placement Officers to address electives, career-related questions, and other issues.

Serves as a liaison with Columbia Engineering departments in supporting all aspects of student affairs to ensure student success.

Assists with escalated student cases from Columbia Engineering departments on complex academic policy issues, providing high-touch support and case management.

Collaborates with other schools, offices, and departments (GSAS, ISSO, Registrar, Health Services, Student Financial Services, and Columbia Residential) on student cases as needed.

Maintains a very high level of knowledge of school academic policies and procedures.

Attends, assists, and presents at new-student orientation, relevant school-level or program-specific meetings and events, and other events throughout the year.

Tracks, assesses, and reports on student data. Identifies students who are not meeting satisfactory academic progress. Recognizes and advises on trends in advising cohorts.

Graduate Student Affairs (30%):

Assists in monitoring and tracking MS and doctoral students&rsquo; degree progress, registration status, academic standing, and changes in status.

Identifies students who are not meeting satisfactory academic progress.

Provides support and coordinates with department student affairs officers on academic plans for students who require monitoring or intervention.

Identifies trends on a larger scale and works to address them through school policy and at the program level.

Serves on the Engineering Student Affairs graduate student on-call team, providing crisis intervention for graduate students experiencing difficulty.

Responsible for engaging with the student/s and then connecting the student to the appropriate resources for further engagement. Assists with responding to urgent situations.

Supports key onboarding, orientation, and professional development programs for doctoral students, including Engineer Your PhD (EYP), Three Minute Thesis (3MT), and PhD Connect.

Partners with other Engineering Student Affairs teams, including Student Life and Professional Development and Leadership (PDL) teams, to innovate programming to meet evolving student needs.

Assists with partnership and dual-degree program student recruitment efforts, such as but not limited to open house events and yield programming.

Liaises with admitted students to address admissions, academics, and registration inquiries.

Graduate Academic Affairs (15%):

Reviews graduation clearances for MS and MPhil degree levels.

Maintains advising resources, program guides, and communication templates for both MS and doctoral audiences.

Supports departmental outreach by sending reminders about upcoming deadlines, policy changes, and required actions.

Additional duties as assigned (5%)

Minimum Qualifications
<ul>
<li>A bachelor's degree and or its equivalent.</li>
<li>A minimum of 2-3 years of related experience is required.</li>
<li>Understand student and academic affairs opportunities and challenges affecting constituents, comprising a diverse population, both domestic and international.</li>
<li>Ability to represent the Program and School professionally at events.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently, accepting responsibility and accountability for assignments, within a team environment.</li>
<li>Ability to balance multiple tasks with competing deadlines, demonstrated ability to pay strict attention to detail, and exercise discretion in handling confidential information.</li>
<li>Experience working in a team environment, and the ability to work independently.</li>
<li>The ability to interpret and apply standards and the ability to communicate complex policies and procedures to students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders.</li>
<li>Strong technical competency is required; demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of student services database software and online resources, and the willingness and enthusiasm to respond to students' needs in an increasingly technologically dynamic society.</li>
<li>Proficiency with Google suite of products, MS Office (Excel with pivot tables, vlookup), PowerPoint, publishing software, social media, etc.</li>
<li>Ability to analyze and work with a large volume of student, course, and other types of data.</li>
<li>Must be willing to work on occasional evenings and weekends, on a needed basis, especially when on-call and student crises arise.</li>
<li>Possess excellent interpersonal and administrative skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and under pressure, with a high level of attention to detail.</li>
<li>Candidate must exercise good judgment and flexibility.</li>
<li>Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks with minimal supervision.</li>
<li>Must be able to communicate effectively and tactfully with staff, faculty, students, employers, and alumni in small and large group settings.</li>
<li>Must be able to exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility, with a student-wellness mindset.</li>
<li>A positive, mission-oriented, and forward-thinking attitude, along with a sense of humor, is a must.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Graduate-level work is preferred.</li>
<li>Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.</li>
<li>Knowledge of University-specific computer application programs and pertinent databases.</li>
<li>Prior experience in student affairs or academic advising in higher education.</li>
</ul>
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</div>

Assistant Director of Graduate Academic Advising

Carl Albert State College

<div>Carl Albert State College is accepting applications for a full time Director for the Academic Resource Center (ARC). This position is located on the Poteau campus. This position provides strategic leadership, oversight, and operational management of comprehensive academic support services designed to enhance student learning, retention, persistence, and completion. The ARC includes tutoring services, testing services, supplemental instruction, academic skill development, and student success programming. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
<ul><li>Leadership &amp; Administration for ARC department</li>
<li>Academic Support Services Oversight</li>
<li>Student Success and Retention</li>
<li>Assessment &amp; Data Management</li>
<li>Collaboration &amp; Campus Engagement</li>
<li>Budget &amp; Resource Management</li>
<li>Compliance &amp; Professional Standards</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree required. Previous experience in tutoring, developing and monitoring department budgets, and working with a diverse student population preferred.
SALARY:
$ 33,000 annually. A full benefit package is included, which includes Employer paid Medical, Dental, Life, Long-term Disability, Oklahoma Teachers Retirement, Vacation &amp; Sick Days.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To be considered for this position, please submit a CASC application (available at: https://carlalbert.edu/about-casc/job-openings), Cover Letter, Resume, copies of Transcripts, and three Letters of Recommendation. Application may be submitted online, or by mail to: Human Resources Department, Carl Albert State College, 1507 S. McKenna, Poteau, OK, 74953 or email, employment@carlalbert.edu or fax to (918)-647-1359.
CASC is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. All interested, qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Posted: 4/30/2026</div>

Academic Resource Center Director

Arkansas Tech University

<div><div><div><div>Department: Academic Affairs
Application Deadline: May 18, 2026
About Arkansas Tech:
Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor&rsquo;s School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, the Director for Academic Innovation collaborates with various ATU offices and academic departments to lead campus conversations regarding curricular innovation and AI integration, the development of high-quality and impactful instructional experiences that reinforce Durable Skills, and the establishment of curricular pathways that support the evolving needs of students.
The Director will establish and lead a highly-engaged, collaborative environment that fosters ideation, implementation, assessment, and identifies and supports a university-wide climate of excellence in teaching and learning. By supporting, conducting, and disseminating applied research on high-impact pedagogies the Director will facilitate a &quot;sandbox of innovation&quot; at the nexus of Emerging Pedagogies, Artificial Intelligence, and Durable Skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Through a blend of individual and group consultations and robust workshop and training offerings, the Director will champion and support the adoption of:
<ul><li>Principles of Good Practice in Teaching and Learning - in the design and development of sustainable, scalable, and accessible instructional materials of various scope (short-cycle modules to full program curricula), and multiple instructional modalities (traditional, online, Hi-flex, etc.).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Generative Artificial Intelligence Across the Curriculum - guide and support faculty in integrating GAI tools, methodologies, and policies into their courses. Advise on AI-integrated pedagogies that reinforce students' effective and ethical use of AI. Lead the Google Accelerate Project (in collaboration with the AVPAA).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Emerging Pedagogies and Innovation - that purposefully integrates High Impact Practices and academic technologies to maximize attainment of Durable Skills throughout the curriculum/student lifecycle.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Professional Development Resources and Training - Deliver ongoing, robust workshop and training offerings. Create and contribute to an electronic repository for training materials and resources for faculty to access at any time.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Quality Matters - serve as trainer, consultant, and reviewer for the Quality Matters initiative to assure that ATU online courses and programs are well-conceived, well-designed, well-presented, and reflective of the university mission and values.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Personnel Oversight - Directly supervise one Instructional. Designer/Educational Technologist, and establish an effective and collaborative dotted line&quot; relationship with the Director of the Center for Faculty LIFE.</li></ul>
<ul><li>ADA Compliance - Working with Deans and Department Heads to champion accessibility.</li></ul>
Collaborative Opportunities to Influence:
In achieving the above, the Director will build coalitions with diverse internal and external constituencies and meaningfully contribute to ongoing efforts related to:
<ul><li>General Education (as it supports Durable Skills).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Tutoring/Student Support (e.g., integrating AI in the Tech Learning Center).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Information Literacy Efforts (in collaboration with Library Faculty and staff).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Assessment (Developing specific rubrics and other authentic measures of achievement and attainment).</li></ul>
<ul><li>AI Governance and Adoption (in collaboration with the AI Planning Committee).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Thoughtful and Aligned Academic Technology adoption (in collaboration with the Technology Priority and Impact committee).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Supporting Faculty Onboarding and Lifecycle (in collaboration with the Center for Faculty LIFE).</li></ul>
Other Opportunities:
<ul><li>Research, peer collaboration, and publication/conference presentation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Supporting Student Research (e.g., MEd in Instructional Design).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develop methods to assess the effectiveness of ID strategies and their impact on teaching and learning.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Collaborations and consortia - establish and strengthen inter-institution partnerships and collaborations to support the advancement and improvement of teaching and learning throughout the state/region.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Mentorship of Graduate Students.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Desired Attributes.
The successful candidate will be expected to bring passion and vision to the position, a knowledge of teaching and learning research, a creative and collaborative mindset, and enthusiasm for helping others succeed. The position requires knowledge of current and evolving practices and a willingness to facilitate and embody a culture of creativity and innovation. Also crucial is a demonstrated ability to build and foster strong relationships with relevant stakeholders, both internal and external, to communicate, advocate, and advance the mission of ATU.
Other desired attributes include:
<ul><li>Collaborative disposition and willingness to perform additional duties as needed.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to plan, manage, produce, direct, implement, and evaluate collaborative training and support initiatives at an institution of higher learning.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Self-direction and personal accountability.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Fluency in the application of Pedagogical and Andragogical theory.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience providing engaging and productive professional development including consultation, training, workshops, and online materials.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Relentless curiosity about &quot;what's next&quot; in higher education, particularly around improved teaching and learning.</li></ul>
Minimum Requirements:
Masters' Degree and five (5) years' experience in a related field.
Experience with the effective and ethical use of Generative AI technologies in an educational context.
Experience developing and delivering training to diverse audiences.
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctorate Degree and five (5) years' experience in a related field.
Demonstrated Success in Training, Consultation, and Support of University Faculty.
History of Research/Publishing/Presentation on topics related to Emerging Pedagogies/Artificial Intelligence.
Experience designing and developing university-level courses and curricula
Experience with QM or other quality assurance tools.
Knowledge of ADA Accessibility Guidelines.
Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:
This is an on-campus position.
Work is performed largely in the library or in consultations with faculty at their offices, as appropriate.
Partial remote work is a possibility after the probationary period and at the discretion of the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs.
There are no physical demands for this position, beyond those related to typical classroom instruction and the ability to work with computers.
What to Submit:
Updated Resume/Vita.
Cover letter specifically addressing the Position Description.
Contact information for at least 3 professional references (will not be contacted without permission). 

To be considered for the position of Director for Academic Innovation, all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on May 18, 2026, before 6:00 pm central time.
Please go to https://atu.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=1&amp;c=atu to</div></div></div></div>

Director for Academic Innovation

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

<div>As part of the Academic Success Center&rsquo;s commitment to high-impact, peer-supported learning, the Assistant Director of Supplemental Instruction &ndash; Haslam College of Business provides leadership and oversight for all Supplemental Instruction (SI) programming within the Academic Success Center's Vol Study Center, including SI services that support the Haslam College of Business. In collaboration with the Associate Director, this role ensures the quality, consistency, and scalability of SI across in-person, hybrid, and online models.
The Assistant Director serves as the primary leader for the day-to-day management, staff supervision, and programmatic coordination of Supplemental Instruction, translating the Academic Success Center&rsquo;s academic priorities and instructional vision into effective, student-centered SI practice. This role oversees two SI Coordinators and provides direction across the full SI ecosystem, ensuring alignment between instructional quality, staff development, assessment practices, and student experience, including support for upperclassman SI Leaders serving advanced-level courses within the Haslam College of Business.</div>
 <div>Supplemental Instruction Program Leadership &amp; Oversight
<ul><li>Provide comprehensive leadership for all Supplemental Instruction programming within the Vol Study Center, including SI services supporting the Haslam College of Business, ensuring alignment with Academic Success Center goals, instructional standards, and student success priorities.
</li><li>Ensure strategic oversight of the coordination and integration of in-person, hybrid, and online SI models to ensure a cohesive and high-quality learning experience for students.
</li><li>Establish and maintain shared expectations, workflows, and service standards across SI programs in collaboration with SI leadership staff.
</li><li>Serve as a primary escalation point for SI-related concerns impacting academic quality, staffing, or service delivery, resolving issues in collaboration with the Associate Director as needed.
</li>Monitor program capacity, enrollment trends, and instructional coverage to proactively address gaps or emerging needs 
<li>
</li></ul>Supervision &amp; Professional Staff Management
<ul><li>Directly supervise the SI-focused coordinators, providing training, professional development, and performance management.
</li><li>Directly supervise SI Leaders serving advanced-level courses within the Haslam College of Business, ensuring consistency in instructional quality, training, and expectations.
</li><li>Lead regular SI leadership meetings to ensure alignment across staffing, instructional practices, and student-facing delivery.
</li>Foster a culture of reflective practice, continuous improvement, and student-centered pedagogy among SI professional and student staff. 
<li>
</li></ul>Instructional Quality, Assessment &amp; Continuous Improvement
<ul><li>Collaborate with coordinators to support instructional consistency, fidelity to the SI model, and alignment with course learning objectives.
</li><li>Partner with Academic Success Center assessment staff to review SI participation data, outcomes, and trends to inform program adjustments and recommendations.
</li><li>Use qualitative and quantitative data to evaluate SI effectiveness, identify opportunities for improvement, and support evidence-based decision-making.
</li>Contribute to program documentation, reporting, and accreditation- or recognition-related efforts connected to peer learning and academic support. 
<li>
</li></ul>Cross-Unit Collaboration &amp; Strategic Support
<ul><li>Collaborate with Academic Success Center colleagues to ensure SI remains integrated with broader academic support pathways, learning assistance initiatives, and student success efforts.
</li><li>Serve as a liaison with campus partners (e.g., faculty, academic departments, including those within the Haslam College of Business) to support SI alignment with instructional needs.
</li><li>Support the Associate Director in planning, pilots, or expansion efforts related to Supplemental Instruction and peer academic support models. 
</li></ul>Other Duties as Assigned
<ul><li>Duties or projects supporting Supplemental Instruction, the Academic Success Center, or Division of Student Success initiatives, as assigned.</li></ul></div>
 <div>Required Qualifications
<ul><li>Education:
<ul><li><div>Master&rsquo;s Degree
</div></li></ul></li><li>Experience:
<ul><li><div>Master&rsquo;s degree in any field and 3 years of experience in a higher education setting, including experience in program development, coordination, or leadership within student success or academic support environments. (Part-time work considered at half-time of experience.)
</div></li></ul></li><li>Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
<ul><li><div>Knowledge of academic support in education.
</div></li><li><div>Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with campus partners.
</div></li><li><div>Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of student populations.
</div></li><li><div>Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty and academic partners. 
</div></li></ul></li></ul><div></div><div>Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.
</div>Preferred Qualifications
<ul><li>Experience:
<ul><li><div>Completed master&rsquo;s degree;
</div></li><li><div>Minimum one year in higher education administration, student affairs, education, or a related field.
</div></li><li><div>Experience supervising professional staff in an academic support or student success setting.
</div></li><li><div>Direct experience managing or coordinating Supplemental Instruction or comparable peer-led programs.
</div></li></ul></li><li>Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :
<ul><li><div>Experience overseeing Supplemental Instruction, tutoring, learning assistance, or peer education programs.
</div></li><li><div>Skill in coaching professional staff and developing leadership capacity.
</div></li><li><div>Knowledge of instructional best practices in higher education and student-centered learning environments.
</div></li><li><div>Experience supporting program growth, scaling, or innovation within academic support services. 
</div></li></ul></li></ul>Work Location .
<ul><li>Location: Knoxville, TN
</li><li>Onsite 
</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits
<ul><li>UT market range: M10
</li><li>Anticipated hiring range: Minimum $60,000</li><li> 
</li></ul>Application Instructions
To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration, completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted. 
<ul><li>Resume
</li><li>Cover Letter
</li><li>List of 3 Professional References</li></ul></div>

Assistant Director of Supplemental Instruction - Haslam/Academic Success Center - UTK

<div><ul><li>Job Type: Officer of Administration</li>
<li>Bargaining Unit:</li>
<li>Regular/Temporary: Regular</li>
<li>End Date if Temporary:</li>
<li>Hours Per Week: 35</li>
<li>Standard Work Schedule:</li>
<li>Building:</li>
<li>Salary Range: $92,000 - $102,400</li>
</ul><div>The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.</div> 
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Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Director of Online Support and Academic Technology, the Associate Director of Academic Technology Solutions plays a critical role in advancing the School of Professional Studies&rsquo; (SPS) use of educational technologies to support high-quality teaching, learning, and operations across all modalities. The incumbent leads initiatives that enhance the digital learning experience, strengthen instructional delivery, and improve academic operations by strategically integrating technology to drive innovation.

This role oversees the full lifecycle of the SPS Academic Technology Stack from vendor evaluation and procurement through implementation, training, interoperability, and continuous improvement, ensuring alignment with institutional goals, security standards, and accessibility requirements. The Associate Director collaborates with faculty, program directors, and colleagues across Online Curriculum and Instruction (OCI), including Instructional Design, Faculty Assessment and Development, and Online Support and Academic Technology subteams, to develop scalable, sustainable solutions for technology-enhanced learning.

A key focus of this position involves leading pilots and evaluations of innovative technologies, including AI-enabled tools and learning management system (LMS) solutions, to assess their pedagogical value, usability, and alignment with SPS&rsquo;s digital learning strategy. The Associate Director translates emerging trends in educational technology into actionable strategies that strengthen SPS&rsquo;s leadership in online and digital learning.

Responsibilities

Academic Technology Strategy and Operations
<div>
<ul><li>Strategic Planning and Academic Technology Leadership
<ul>
<li>Lead the evaluation, implementation, and management of tools within the SPS Academic Technology Stack, ensuring alignment with pedagogical goals, institutional policies, and technical requirements.
</li>
<li>Guide long-term academic technology strategy, including evaluating learning management systems and related platforms for future readiness.
</li>
<li>Partner with academic and administrative leaders to identify scalable technology solutions that advance academic quality, operational efficiency, and innovation across modalities.
</li>
<li>Contribute to budgeting and forecasting for academic technology renewals, pilots, and licensing to ensure fiscal sustainability.
</li>
<li>Align academic technology planning with SPS&rsquo;s digital learning strategy and institutional priorities.
</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Vendor and Systems Management
<ul>
<li>Manage vendor relationships, including contract lifecycle management, procurement coordination, renewals, and payment processes in partnership with SPS Finance.
</li>
<li>Coordinate with CUIT to conduct security reviews and risk assessments for all new educational technologies, ensuring compliance with institutional standards.
</li>
<li>Ensure interoperability across academic systems and integrations to deliver a seamless, secure, and consistent user experience for students and faculty.
</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Faculty and Program Support
<ul>
<li>Lead collaborative processes to identify technology solutions that enhance teaching, learning, and assessment across online, hybrid, and in-person modalities.
</li>
<li>Provide consultations, training, and pilot support to faculty, staff, and students to promote effective adoption of new tools and technologies.
</li>
<li>Develop and maintain user guides and documentation that emphasize intuitive, user-centered design to support scalable, high-quality learning experiences.
</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Compliance, Data Governance, and Accessibility
<ul>
<li>Advance digital accessibility across SPS courses and systems by identifying and addressing barriers, maintaining high standards of compliance, and supporting continuous improvement.
</li>
<li>Ensure that all academic technologies and vendor integrations adhere to institutional data privacy policies and accessibility standards.
</li>
<li>Collect and analyze usage and impact data to evaluate technology effectiveness, inform continuous improvement, and guide decisions on tool retention or sunset.
</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Innovation and Emerging Technologies
<ul>
<li>Monitor and evaluate developments in generative AI and automation within educational technologies to assess their implications for digital teaching, learning, and operations.
</li>
<li>Evaluate AI capabilities embedded within existing tools and new technologies to ensure alignment with academic governance standards, institutional policy, and pedagogical frameworks, and to determine readiness for responsible adoption.
</li>
<li>Coordinate with institutional partners to review AI-enabled tools for privacy, security, and ethical considerations prior to adoption.
</li>
<li>Develop and apply structured frameworks for piloting and evaluating emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to ensure responsible and evidence-based adoption at scale.
</li>
<li>Provide documentation and recommendations regarding the technical readiness, compliance status, and instructional value of emerging tools to inform institutional decision-making.</li></ul> 

</li></ul></div>Leadership and Management
<ul>
<li>Supervise and guide the activities of Educational Technologists, student workers, and temporary staff to align with the goals and priorities of the Online Support and Academic Technology unit.
</li>
<li>Manage workload distribution, mentoring, and professional development for direct reports.
</li>
<li>Lead change-management and communication efforts for academic technology initiatives, ensuring transparency and adoption across faculty and staff.
</li>
<li>Maintain comprehensive documentation, workflows, and resources related to the SPS Technology Stack and pilot processes.
</li>
<li>Serve as the primary liaison for academic technology projects with internal and external partners, coordinating efforts to ensure alignment, collaboration, and successful implementation.
</li>
<li>Anticipate and resolve issues with new or existing educational technologies, implementing timely and effective solutions.
</li>
<li>Represent SPS on university-wide academic technology groups, including the Academic Technology Leadership Group (ATLG) and related committees, ensuring alignment with institutional initiatives and bringing insights and best practices to SPS.
</li>
</ul>Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested 

Minimum Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required; advanced degree desirable</li>
<li>4 years of related experience</li>
<li>A resume and cover letter with salary requirements must be submitted for consideration</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Master&rsquo;s degree in educational technology, instructional design, or related field</li>
<li>Minimum of four years of experience in higher education, educational technology, or a related academic support area</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience teaching or supporting faculty in higher education</li>
<li>Experience leading cross-functional projects or academic technology pilots in higher education</li>
<li>Experience supporting technology-enhanced assessment, data analytics, or reporting</li>
<li>Experience as an instructor or trainer in academic or corporate environments</li>
<li>Familiarity with data governance, privacy, and compliance in educational contexts</li>
<li>Knowledge of systems architecture and the integration of academic technologies within enterprise environments</li>
<li>Experience in a supervisory role including the training and development of staff is strongly preferred</li>
</ul>
Other Requirements
<ul>
<li>Proven success in evaluating, implementing, and supporting academic technologies that enhance teaching and learning</li>
<li>Experience managing vendor relationships, procurement processes, and technology budgets</li>
<li>Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Brightspace, or similar platforms)</li>
<li>Working knowledge of evidence-based online teaching practices to inform technology recommendations and faculty consultations</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, ADA) and digital accessibility best practices</li>
<li>Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines</li>
<li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment to staying current with developments in educational technology, including AI-enabled tools, automation, and interoperability</li>
</ul>
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.</div>

Associate Director, Academic Technology Solutions

Lake Forest School District

<div></div><div><ul><div><div>JobID: 3491</div></div> 
<div><div>
Position Type: 
 Support Staff/Teaching Assistant 
</div><div>
Date Posted: 
 4/23/2026 
</div><div>
Location: 
 Lake Forest High School 
</div><div>
Date Available: 
 08/24/2026 
</div><div>
Closing Date:
 
 08/25/2026</div><div> 
Lake Forest High School District 115 is seeking a 10 Month, 7.5 hour/day MTSS Interventionist - Academic Supports (Teaching Assistant). 
 
Description:</div><div>
The MTSS Resource Interventionists for Academic Supports, Math, Science, Multilingual Learners and the Humanities supervises and supports students and staff needs in a classroom or Resource Center. The interventionists work with students individually or in small groups to solidify and deepen concepts students are learning in class. The interventionist is responsible for greeting, directing and supporting students, reteaching students, collecting/maintaining accurate attendance, student tracking/data, resource supply management, supporting staff and volunteer tutors assigned to the Resource Center, MTSS/RtI reporting, maintaining a clean, productive and welcoming environment, working/collaborating with study hall supervisors and designated building administrators.</div><div> 
Starting Rate: $26.23/hr 
 
Benefits:</div><ul><li>
Insurance - medical, dental, vision, life, flexible spending plans, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available</li><li>
Leaves - paid sick and personal days provided</li><li>
Pension - the district and employee contribute to IMRF</li></ul><div> 
Qualifications:</div><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in specific area (Math, Science, English Lit/Writing)- required</li><li>
Illinois Paraprofessional License - required</li><li>
Professional Educator License - preferred</li><li>
Prior experience tutoring students in the relevant content area, across all topics - preferred</li><li>
Experience with office and school-based management systems - preferred</li></ul><div> 
Essential Functions:</div><ul><li>
Develop, document, maintain ongoing academic plans (Individual Student Growth and Learning plans) a behavioral intervention plans<ul><li>
Become fluent with Powerschool and Schoology</li><li>
Access student academic records as needed</li></ul></li><li>
Facilitate the development of a departmental assessment calendar with Instructional Directors and teacher</li><li>
Oversee re-assessments and provide interventions that will be progress-monitored over a period of time</li><li>
Coordinate peer tutoring supports as needed</li><li>
Meet during teacher collaboration time with course-alike MTSS team</li><li>
Maintain and update the database that identifies students to receive MTSS support and the results of the interventions provided</li><li>
Support homework completion<ul><li>
Create homework plans in conjunction with parents</li><li>
Facilitate home-school communication loop</li></ul></li><li>
Facilitate goal-writing throughout the year for identified students</li><li>
Collect evidence and report academic progress to academic teams when appropriate</li><li>
Provide supplemental instruction (one-on-one, in small groups)</li><li>
Assist with student in enrollment in summer or after school programs<ul><li>
Monitoring</li><li>
Communication</li><li>
Collaboration</li></ul></li><li>
Provide Direct Tier 2 support for targeted students</li><li>
Participate in on-going, targeted professional development training</li><li>
Reteaches lessons or parts of lessons as needed</li><li>
Communicates with MTSS director and faculty regarding student progress and results<ul><li>
Maintain accurate attendance records and intervention results</li><li>
Maintain departmental assessment calendar</li></ul></li><li>
Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth through reflection and collaboration</li><li>
Participated in regularly scheduled professional development training<ul><li>
Observe classrooms to increase curricular knowledge</li></ul></li><li>
Performs other job related duties as assigned by direct supervisor</li><li>
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times</li><li>
Adheres to Board of Education policies and procedures</li></ul><div> 
Competencies:</div><ul><li>
Specific Content Mastery</li><li>
Familiarity with a wide variety of course content</li><li>
Desire to check in regularly with other department members about the work and incorporate resulting feedback</li><li>
Strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills and positive problem solving attitude</li><li>
Comfortable and pleasant demeanor in busy environments</li><li>
Ability to do the following:<ul><li>
work under pressure</li><li>
work with speed, attention to detail, consistency, and organization</li><li>
work harmoniously, cooperatively, and effectively with all stakeholders</li><li>
meet deadlines</li><li>
work effectively in office and school-based management systems</li><li>
learn and implement various instructional and assessment platforms</li></ul></li><li>
Proactive in addressing needs and problem-solving</li><li>
Commitment to excellence, high expectations and to the academic and personal well-being of all students</li><li>
Expertise in Google Docs and Sheets</li><li>
Adherence to student confidentiality</li><li>
Adherence to Board of Education policies and procedures</li></ul><div> 
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull, and lift. Repetitive motions are required. The employee must lift and /or move up 10 pounds of force frequently. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
 
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly subject to inside environmental conditions and is subject to noises associated with both office and educational environments. 
 
Application Procedure: Click here to access the online application. 
 
To learn more about Lake Forest School District 115, visit our website at www.lakeforestschools.org. 
 
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