Heralded as a hub of undergraduate innovation, the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (VPUE) creates and sustains meaningful interactions between students and faculty both within and outside the classroom. As a collaborative team member of VPUE, you have a unique opportunity to advance and support programs that touch and enhance the lives of every undergraduate student at Stanford. As a team member in a unit that is also affiliated with the Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education (VPGE), your positive impact on graduate students and their teaching and learning will also be substantial.
The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) works to increase the integration of inclusive, evidence-based, and innovative teaching and learning practices in Stanford courses and curricula. CTL has a leading voice on campus for issues related to teaching and learning and contributes to educational strategy, practice, inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging through a wide variety of partnerships and initiatives. CTL staff and affiliates hold the following values central and strive to enact them throughout our work, whether administrative, programmatic, or service-oriented: practicing equity, drawing on evidence, centering participants, caring for people and resources, and learning continuously.
CTL seeks an Associate Director, Faculty and Lecturer programs to join the instructor-facing team supporting implementation of evidence-based pedagogical practices for undergraduate and graduate education at Stanford. In this role, you will report to the Director of Academic Teaching Programs and utilize classic and cutting edge research in education and learning science to advance teaching practices, ultimately impacting the learning experiences of Stanford students. In partnership with CTL colleagues and leadership across the university, you will design, deliver, and assess pedagogical programming for Stanford faculty and lecturers.
In this role, you will:
● Support individual instructors with research-based recommendations and guidance in collecting student feedback to inform effective course design and teaching practice
● Respond to 1:1 consultation requests from individuals, including disciplinary-specific, or audiences such as programs or departments
● Collaborate with individual instructors or departments to develop course or program curricula in face-to-face, hybrid, or online environments
● Collaborate with instructors to collect feedback from students at mid-quarter or end-quarter to inform course corrections
● Design, deliver, and assess workshops and other offerings upon request from departments and other campus units or as a part of university initiatives
● Assume primary vision, program management, budget responsibility, and oversight for one or more selected major program(s) for Faculty & Lecturer Programs
● Collaborate with CTL staff and University stakeholders to integrate technology and instructional design, as appropriate, into CTL offerings and resources.
● Create evidence-based teaching and learning resources for campus use to guide instructor pedagogy, unite the instructor and student perspectives, and amplify CTL’s teaching and learning services, e.g. via Teaching Commons
● Act as a liaison between departments/programs/campus collaborators and CTL
● Contribute newsletter items and collaborate with CTL, VPUE, and VPGE communication staff to publicize programs and services in areas of responsibility
● Conduct literature reviews for specific teaching topics
● Participate in long-term planning, working with the Director of Academic Teaching Programs and CTL leadership to design and implement unified programs/services that expand CTL’s impact; ensure effective campus engagement with research-based teaching and learning practices
● Collaborate with other CTL staff and/or VPUE Assessment and Evaluation colleagues to determine the best strategy for evaluating programmatic offerings including collecting and analyzing data and creating reports
In addition, you will have the opportunity to:
● Co-teach a discipline-specific pedagogy course up to once per academic year
● Present at conferences on teaching in higher education
● Work with CTL and other university leadership on long-term plans to expand CTL’s impact and motivate campus use research-based teaching and learning practices
● Mentor Lecturer-Consultant or other team members to develop and implement pedagogy events and programs
**-The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
● Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education, training, and relevant experience
● Two or more years of teaching experience as a primary instructor, that is, someone responsible for the design and delivery of courses (in any context)
● Ability to understand the specific context and demands of a research university setting
● Facility with current technologies that support teaching and learning
● Demonstrated experience and ability to collaborate constructively with campus stakeholders, including undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, lecturers, faculty, and staff
● Ability to work independently and in teams and take the initiative, especially in new ventures or with pilot projects
● Strong writing and oral communication skills
● Excellent analytical and organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks, especially complex projects with multiple due dates
● Effective collaboration skills including openness to engage in iterative and collaborative improvement of work products.
● Fluency in terminology, research, and recommendations around inclusive and equitable pedagogy, interest in learning more, and exhibition of inclusive and equitable behaviors towards campus colleagues.
● Attention to detail and accuracy.
● Proactive approach to communication and to continuous improvement of individual and collaborative processes and products.
● Physical requirements, including frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, and on-campus mobility, self-propelled or assisted.
● Working Conditions: May work extended hours during peak business cycles.
● Work Standards:
○ Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
○ Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
○ Ability to follow data security principles and policies and maintain confidentiality of data.
○ Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/
**-Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job.
In addition, preferred requirements include:
● Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.)
● Degree, or experience, in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) fields
● 3+ years’ experience as a primary instructor in a college or university setting
● Documented success applying relevant research and prior teaching experience to assess needs and develop teaching and learning recommendations for instructors at a research university like Stanford.
● Experience with commonly used learning technologies (such as the videoconferencing, polling software, live inking and annotation, and learning management systems)
● 1-3 years experience working in the field of educational, academic, or teaching development
● Experience managing a budget and developing financial plans
How to Apply
Please respond to the prompts in the linked template and submit the completed file along with a curriculum vitae (C.V.) in the application portal. For reference, the prompts are:
1. The Associate Director, Faculty and Lecturer Programs role requires teaching experience. Please describe your teaching experience in terms of designing and delivering courses. What specific courses have you designed and/or delivered as a primary instructor? As illustrated below, you may choose to provide a list of 3 courses (maximum) that you designed and/or delivered as a primary instructor. For each course, include the course title and a 3-4-sentence description of what was taught. You are also welcome to provide a narrative instead of a list, and in either case, please limit your response to 250 words.
1. Course Title
a. description
2. Course Title
a. description
3. Course Title
a. description
2. In 100-250 words, please describe one thing you changed in your course design or teaching practice over the course of your teaching, and why you made the change.
3. In 100-250 words, please consider the required and preferred qualifications for the role and what successful candidates will bring (as described in the job description), then share what experiences or skills that you believe would enrich your performance in the role? (100-250 words)
*Please note that completed applications will be reviewed on September 25 and on a rolling basis thereafter. People from groups historically and/or currently underrepresented in academic or educational development are encouraged to apply.
Should you have any questions regarding the submission of your application, or the requested documentation, you may contact Guy Margard via email at gmargard(at)stanford(dot)edu.
More About the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL)
The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) works to increase the integration of inclusive, evidence-based, and innovative teaching and learning practices in Stanford courses and curricula. CTL works with faculty, lecturers, academic teaching staff, and teaching assistants through programs and services that facilitate training, practice, feedback, reflection, and incorporation of emerging technologies in teaching. While the position posted here focused on teaching, CTL also supports students directly through academic coaching, peer tutoring, and programs that enhance students’ academic skills and support students’ academic goals. CTL has a leading voice on campus for issues related to teaching and learning and contributes to educational strategy, practice, inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging through a wide variety of partnerships and initiatives. CTL staff and affiliates hold the following values central and strive to enact them throughout our work, whether administrative, programmatic, or service-oriented: drawing on evidence to inform our work, practicing equity and inclusion, centering participants and their diverse experiences, stewarding resources responsibly, and learning continuously. https://ctl.stanford.edu
More About the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (VPUE)
As the designated gateway to undergraduate education at Stanford, VPUE strives to connect students intellectually with the full range of our educational opportunities and to promote the active engagement of all faculty, instructors and staff with undergraduate students.
For undergraduates, VPUE is the nexus for programs and initiatives that help students define and achieve their intellectual ambitions and develop a sense of civic purpose at Stanford. These include investigative introductory courses taught by esteemed faculty, targeted classes in writing and rhetoric, undergraduate research support, academic advising and mentoring, overseas and off-campus study programs, evidence-based and inclusive learning and teaching practices, and opportunities to pursue public service campus-wide. For faculty, VPUE serves as a principal conduit for furthering interaction with undergraduates and discovering ways in which working with students can enrich one’s research agenda. VPUE collaborates with faculty, staff and students to provide the world-class experiences for which Stanford is known. All VPUE resources are dedicated to involving faculty with the undergraduate experience, connecting students with transformative opportunities and fully realizing a liberal education at Stanford.
VPUE advocates for and supports diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at Stanford through our teaching, policies, programming, and partnerships across the university. VPUE seeks to create a work environment motivated and shaped by the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, in which all staff explicitly and mindfully act to implement these principles. We seek a work environment which values input from all, transparency and openness in decision-making, and respectful and supportive engagement.
Why Stanford is for You
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● Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing opportunities. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
● A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
● A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
● Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
● Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!
**-Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The expected pay range for this position is $76,000 - $139,000 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
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