Executive Director, Center FOR Teaching AND Learning

The Executive Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) provides strategic, academic, and operational leadership to advance teaching excellence, faculty development, and student learning across Florida Memorial University. This senior academic leader fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement by coordinating initiatives that promote effective pedagogy, inclusive teaching practices, and student-centered learning. The Executive Director leads the University's integrated efforts in academic support, assessment, educational development, digital learning, and online education. This role also provides oversight and leadership for the First-year Experience (FYE) and annual Faculty Institutes and reports to the AVP of Academic Services.

Essential Functions:

• Provide strategic leadership for all CTL operations, programs, and personnel. Oversee institutional initiatives in academic support, assessment, educational development, and digital learning.
• Plan and coordinate semester-based professional faculty development programming in advance of each academic term to ensure faculty and staff have timely access to training, resources, and pedagogical support opportunities.
• Ensure adjunct and part-time faculty have equitable access to CTL programs and resources by providing flexible professional development options that accommodate varied teaching schedules.
• Collaborate with the Office of Dual Enrollment and Academic Outreach to ensure that all dual enrollment instructors are properly oriented, trained, and supported through CTL programming and University communication channels.
• Plan, organize, and execute the Fall and Spring Faculty Institutes in collaboration with Academic Affairs.
• Lead the design, implementation, and assessment of programs that promote instructional innovation and evidence-based teaching practices.
• Supervise CTL staff, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with university and federal grant requirements.
• Represent the CTL and the University at regional and national forums on teaching, learning, and academic innovation.
• Other duties as assigned to advance CTL operations and faculty support.

Online Education and Intuitional Leader

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic for online program delivery.
• Establish sustainable structures that promote teaching excellence, faculty engagement, and academic innovation in online programs.
• Serve as a senior advisor to the Assistant Vice President of Academic Services and the Provost on matters of online education.

Faculty and Professional Development

• Lead a broad range of programs that enhance instructional effectiveness and faculty engagement across disciplines.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate the biannual Faculty Institutes at the start of each semester.
• Support and expand the CTL's services for full- and part-time faculty, including teaching consultations, assessment support, tutoring, and writing and language development.
• Provide training on inclusive pedagogy, digital learning, and instructional design. Promote the integration of emerging technologies-including Al, data analytics, and virtual learning tools-into teaching and curriculum development.

First-year Experience (FYE) Oversight

• Provide oversight and leadership for the First-year Experience (FYE) course and related student success programming.
• Train, mentor, and support FYE instructors to ensure consistent, high-quality instruction aligned with University learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with the FYE Committee to evaluate and improve FYE course content, delivery, and student engagement strategies.
• Monitor course performance and report assessment outcomes to Academic Affairs leadership.
• Work collaboratively with advising, academic support, and retention offices to ensure alignment between FYE programming and institutional persistence goals.

Collaboration and Communication

• Build partnerships across academic and administrative units to share best practices in teaching and learning.
• Maintain consistent communication with Deans, Department Chairs, and faculty regarding CTL programs and initiatives.
• Develop and disseminate resources, publications, and communications that highlight effective teaching and faculty achievements.
• Cultivate an institutional culture that values continuous improvement, professional growth, and collaboration among educators.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Comprehensive understanding of best practices in pedagogy, instructional design, and assessment.
• Demonstrated leadership in strategic planning, organizational management, and faculty development.
• Strong knowledge of digital learning platforms, emerging technologies, and their integration into higher education.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage faculty and staff across disciplines.
• Proven ability to foster collaboration, manage complex projects, and implement datadriven improvement strategies.
• Capacity to manage budgets, personnel, and federally funded initiatives effectively and ethically.
• Technology fluency with Microsoft 365/Google Workspace, Zoom/Teams, LMS basics (e.g., Canvas pages/files), and simple website/CMS updates.
• Data and reporting: track attendance and feedback; maintain spreadsheets (filters; pivots/lookups a plus); create simple participation snapshots.
• Demonstrated commitment to accessibility awareness and the integration of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to ensure equitable access to instructional materials, digital resources, and learning environments for all students.
• Documentation and privacy: keep accurate notes, maintain shared-drive hygiene, follow FERPA requirements, and exercise professional discretion.
• Visual communication using tools like Canva for flyers/tiles; basic image edits (resize/crop).
• Collaboration across Academic Services, IT, and departments; timely escalation and willingness to ask for help early.
• Service orientation and equity mindset.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in student support services.
• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Moderate physical activity required: handling objects up to fifty (50) pounds or standing/walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Minimum Requirements:

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent) from an accredited institution. Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in higher education related to teaching, learning, or faculty development.
• Demonstrated experience managing or directing grant-funded or federally supported programs.
• Evidence of success in strategic planning, program assessment, and academic leadership.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and change-management skills. Experience leading professional development programs and supporting faculty innovation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading a Center for Teaching and Learning or similar academic innovation unit.
• Record of securing and managing federal or foundation grants (e.g., Title Ill, NSF, or comparable).
• Experience integrating Al, data analytics, or digital learning tools into teaching and faculty development. Evidence of scholarly contributions or publications related to pedagogy, assessment, or faculty development.
• Online education experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Criminal background check.

Florida Memorial University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), those functions of the job that are identified as essential are required to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Requests to facilitate the performance of essential functions will be considered.