Curricular Support Assistant Full Time

Company Description

Project Dragonfly, housed at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, is a transformative education initiative focused on advancing community-driven science and education globally. Through innovative master’s degree programs and partnerships, Dragonfly supports students in pursuing inquiry-driven learning tailored to their professional goals. Graduate students engage in impactful projects worldwide, such as pollinator conservation in urban areas, equity and sustainability initiatives in Kenya, and wildlife preservation efforts in Mongolia. The program emphasizes collaboration, shared action, and sustainability to create a more just and cooperative future.

Role Description

Responsibilities: 

• Support faculty and staff in course revisions, including identifying recently-published articles, updating assignment details and syllabi, and supporting accessibility of course materials. 
• Answer program-related questions from potential applicants and current students during business hours and evenings. 
• Facilitate and promote program-focused evening webinars, faculty/staff working groups, and other related initiatives.
• Review and summarize course evaluations and program assessments to improve outcomes. 
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in any field.
• One year of experience with online education. 
• Background knowledge in one or more content areas offered by Project Dragonfly (e.g., conservation, biodiversity, evolution, leadership, participatory education, inquiry-based education, formal/ informal education, conservation science, and community engagement). 
• Experience with Google apps, Canvas, Zoom, and software related to the creation of video/instructional media.

Considerations may be given to applicants with: 

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in curricular design, particularly within online learning communities.
• Experience with web-based courses and instruction.
• Experience working with collaborative teams.
• Experience with student retention. 
• Experience with living collections institutions and/ or global conservation organizations.
• Availability M-F from 8-5 PM ET. 

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This is a part-time temporary position for approximately 1 year, with the possibility of renewal depending upon performance and available funding. 

For more information and to apply: https://miamioh.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/miamioh-staff/job/Upham-Hall/Curricular-Support-Assistant—Project-Dragonfly_JR103986

Any inquiries can be directed to Kevin Matteson at MATTESKC@MiamiOH.edu. Screening of applicants will begin April 28 and continue until the position is filled.