Reporting to the Educational Development Coordinator at the Centre of Teaching, Learning, and Innovation (CTLI), the Educational Development (Ed Dev) and Learning Experience Design (LXD) Specialist works collaboratively with faculty and staff across the institution and other members of CTLI to enhance our innovative, human-centered teaching and learning environment.

What makes you a good fit?

The LXD/EdDev works collaboratively across a range of program and service units to provide vision and leadership in planning, developing, and implementing initiatives that support professional development and best practice in learning design for our instructors. This position might be right for you if you have a passion for faculty development and curriculum design and enjoy supporting faculty in enhancing their teaching and learning practice through the following:

· consultation and mentorship on scholarly teaching,
· curriculum review (quality standards) and design,
· instructional support and classroom observations,
· workshops, and
· collaborative cross-institutional projects.

Excelling in self-directed situations and having the creative confidence to forge new solutions to systems challenges are keys to succeeding in this position. This role also requires strong project management, decision-making, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills and the use of flexible approaches to adapt to our clients’ needs and comfort levels.

Here’s how the LXD/EdDev contributes to Lethbridge College’s culture of innovation, excellence, and inclusion:

Empowering others in teaching and learning best practice

This is an on-campus job opportunity that offers a flexible schedule, allowing you to work from home during the week. We also provide an option to begin the position remotely and then relocate to Lethbridge within a reasonable time frame.

Land Acknowledgement

Located on the traditional lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy, Lethbridge College is committed to honouring the land from a place of knowing. We honour the Siksikaitsitapi as both the traditional and current Land Keepers of this area, and we welcome all Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples who call Blackfoot territory their home to disclose as such when submitting applications.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

At Lethbridge College, we know we all benefit when the rich diversity of our campus community is fully represented, and all students and employees are included. We are committed to identifying and overcoming systemic barriers that impede individuals from underrepresented groups. We are ready to work together to ensure Lethbridge College is a place where all individuals feel valued for their unique perspectives, skills, and contributions and are afforded equal opportunities to participate in learning, research, and innovation.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment for all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

Why choose Lethbridge and Lethbridge College

Lethbridge College is learner-focused, with an emphasis on experiential and flexible learning experiences and work-integrated learning. We have a strong connection to our community and to the land and promote a work environment that supports professional development and employee wellness, including flexible work arrangements and schedules that promote work–life balance. In addition, we prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of our campus community. Our team offers a supportive atmosphere in which we all contribute to shared leadership and achievements. We’re also committed to providing all the tools, resources, and expertise team members need to succeed in their roles.

Lethbridge advantages

Lethbridge offers a relatively low cost of living, with mild winters and sun-filled summers. Outdoor adventures await you in the city’s vast park systems and river valley, and we’re located just an hour and 20 minutes from the mountains. Enjoy the advantages of small-city life while accessing the many amenities of a larger city, including arts and culture, sport and recreational facilities, and year-round family-friendly events.

Lethbridge College is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethbridgecollege.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.