Job Information
Rochester Institute of Technology Curriculum Developer in Rochester, New York
8830BR
Position Title:
Curriculum Developer
Organization:
RIT Certified
Job Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
In consultation with subject matter experts, develop learning objectives, syllabi, unit plans, and lesson plans for course sequences and individual courses based on predetermined professional objectives:
Develop learning activities and formative assessments that bring students into high-level engagement with complex content and provide them with frequent updated information on their progress toward meeting learning objectives
Develop frameworks for student interaction and academic community across modalities, including asynchronous, synchronous, hybrid, and in-person
Identify, adapt, or supplement instructional resources–including texts, external websites, software, videos, and more–to highlight essential content, improve quality or accessibility, or provide scaffolding or extension opportunities
Conduct iterative review cycles with instructional design developers to ensure that all content is accurate and aligned to course objectives and outcomes.
Develop assessments and rubrics that measure mastery of learning objectives and that serve as compelling job market assets that support students’ career development.
Collaborate with instructional designers to implement course content and structure in RIT Certified’s LMS and other platforms.
Incorporate into the development process information on relevant job markets, feedback from industry experts, student and instructor surveys, and other academic or business considerations.
Live our values, embrace diverse perspectives, and nurture the RIT community to remain a great place to work for all.
FLSA Category:
Exempt
Requisition Number:
8830BR
College/Division:
Provost
Required Application Documents:
Curriculum Vitae or Resume, Portfolio of Work
Employment Category:
Fulltime
Additional Details:
In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Required Minimum Education Level:
Bachelors or Equivalent Experience
How To Apply:
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
In your application, please include one professional work product (or a link) that showcases skills relevant to this posting. Please include a brief narrative that explains the work’s purpose, why you chose to include it, its most important strengths, and what you would do to improve or extend this work.
Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :
119A
Required Qualifications:
3 years experience in an educational role involving curriculum development and instructional design.
Skills:
Ability to collaborate effectively with university faculty and industry experts
Ability to quickly and accurately transform complex or disorganized material into engaging, well-sequenced curriculum
Experience with Universal Design for Learning, Understanding By Design, and deep understanding of current research on curriculum, assessment, and instruction, especially for online adult students
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including writing about complex or technical topics for diverse audiences
Strong organizational skills and ability to work asynchronously using tools like ClickUp, Google Drive, Slack, and more
Familiarity with Agile or similar project management methodology
Familiarity with learning management systems and user experience
Subject matter expertise in healthcare, data-driven decision making, engineering, art and design, or enterprise leadership a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in higher education or workforce development training
Teaching experience
BS/MS in Education, Instructional Design or STEM field
Experience with Agile project management
Ability to quickly learn complex technical material independently
Knowledge of adult learning theory
Expertise in instructional design
Department/College Description:
RIT Certified, a division of Rochester Institute of Technology, is professional education reimagined for maximum impact. Student engagement and employer demand are at the center of all we do. RIT Certified coursework jumpstarts economic mobility, accelerates the careers of working professionals, and empowers C-suite leaders to drive their organizations forward. Our ongoing conversation with employer partners ensures that our students are showcasing their skills with portfolios and credentials that speak the language of industry. And it means they’re ready to respond to emerging trends in their fields. At RIT Certified, we’re always getting better at bringing talent and business together.
What do we believe at RIT?:
Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.
As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/sites/rit.edu.fa.humanresources/files/docs/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).
Work Location:
Hybrid — Remote/On-campus
Job Summary:
The Curriculum Developer contributes to and supports RIT Certified’s diverse and growing portfolio of courses, non-credit certificate programs, and applied professional degrees. In consultation with subject matter experts, the Curriculum Developer creates learning objectives and curriculum at the program and course levels that enable professional growth for students at all stages of their careers. Based on experience as an educator and knowledge of the principles of curriculum design and adult learning theory, the Curriculum Developer creates assessments with rubrics that prove proficiency in newly-acquired skills to employers. They organize and contextualize complex content to highlight the essentials while offering opportunities to go deeper. And they curate and adapt existing resources that reflect the state of the art in a given field of study. The Curriculum Developer engages in iterative review cycles with instructional design developers to ensure that all content is accurate and aligned to course objectives and outcomes. By creating the activities by which students acquire and demonstrate new skills, the Curriculum Developer advances world-class professional education that connects those with similar professional interests and unlocks new opportunities for work.
The Curriculum Developer will possess a deep and evolving understanding of curriculum development and instructional design theory, with a focus on adult learners and working professionals. They will apply this expertise to courses offered in a variety of modalities, including asynchronous, synchronous, hybrid, and in-person. Ability and desire to quickly learn and communicate new content is essential, as this role is responsible for collaborating with subject matter experts to develop curriculum in healthcare, business analytics, engineering disciplines, enterprise leadership, and more.
The Curriculum Developer will work closely with the other members of the Academics team and the Learning Design and Development team to ensure a seamless course development and launch process. Communicating across a variety of platforms, the Curriculum Developer will balance multiple complex, collaborative projects subject to deadlines.
Hourly/Salary Minimum:
52300
Hourly/Salary Maximum:
87600