Job Description
Discover Your Future with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University!
Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace
With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
- Personal Leave: Relax with 12 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.
- Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
- Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University recognizes the value of diversity and is dedicated to fostering a positive climate in which all students, faculty, and staff are encouraged in their professional, social, and intellectual pursuits. Embry-Riddle is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for qualified individuals. The University does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Opportunity:
Join the Aviation and Aerospace vanguard!
Step into a dynamic role with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, where innovation meets opportunity. Be part of a leading institution that’s at the forefront of aviation, aerospace, and STEM education. We offer an exciting environment, cutting-edge projects, and the chance to influence tomorrow. Ready to make a difference? Take flight with Embry-Riddle and explore this diverse career opportunity today.
Job Summary:
The Director of Digital Learning will support the Rothwell Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) by aligning with the University’s strategic goal of academic excellence. This role involves serving as a liaison for college leadership, managing a team to enhance faculty effectiveness, and organizing high-quality professional development programs like iTeachER and Online Teaching Certification. The Director will focus on project management, resource allocation, and ongoing evaluation to ensure relevance and effectiveness, while also prioritizing staff development and succession planning. Proficiency in online education tools such as Canvas, Teams, and Zoom is essential, as is collaboration with the Executive Director to drive innovation and support the University’s educational goals.
Please note: This position is in-person located in Daytona Beach, FL. This position is not remote or hybrid.
Key job functions include:
Technical Planning
- Analyze data to inform meaningful RCTLE programming.
- Organize and evaluate resource management for effective implementation.
- Create project management systems to meet timelines for new offerings.
- Develop systems for regular review and analysis of existing programs.
- Research tools and methods for efficiency and innovation.
- Benchmark technology trends in professional development.
- Utilize LMS and other tools to model effective instruction.
- Maintain communication strategies to engage a geographically dispersed teaching population.
Supervision and Leadership
- Supervise and mentor RCTLE staff, including conducting performance evaluations.
- Meet quarterly with staff to discuss performance and objectives.
- Oversee staff personal leave and collaborate with other departments.
- Work with RCTLE leadership to develop and communicate offerings.
- Analyze operations for efficiency improvements and maintain departmental resources.
- Partner with other ERAU units to implement innovative practices.
- Foster a positive team culture.
Reporting/Research
- Manage monthly and annual reporting on departmental trends and activities.
- Evaluate and recommend pedagogical resources and instructional technology to enhance teaching for Worldwide faculty.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in education, educational leadership, educational administration, instructional technology, instructional design, or another related field.
- 3-5 years of professional experience.
Required skills, knowledge, abilities:
- At least three years of teaching experience.
- Excellent skills in performing administrative tasks and supervising personnel when needed.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent research skills in the areas of evidence-based teaching practices.
- Strong project management skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with faculty, RCTLE staff, IT staff, and Library staff.
- Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work without close supervision.