Educational Developer

About Toronto Metropolitan

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

In April 2022, the university announced our new name of Toronto Metropolitan University, which will be implemented in a phased approach. Learn more about our next chapter.

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Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) 

The Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching promotes, guides, and celebrates educational excellence through:

• Teaching Development and Consultation
• Curriculum Enhancement
• Creative Approaches to Learning and Teaching

The Centre houses six unique resources to support faculty and to enrich the student experience:

• Academic Integrity
• Curriculum Quality Assurance
• Digital Media Projects
• eLearning
• Experiential Learning
• Teaching Development

As a community we are dedicated to big thinking about curriculum, pedagogy, and creative ways to develop inclusive teaching practices that enrich the student learning experience. We also encourage applicants to articulate how their lived experience aligns with the priorities and expertise involved in the role.

The Opportunity

The Educational Developer works in a collaborative team environment to plan and implement professional development in teaching programs and supports for Faculty, Contract Lecturers and Teaching Assistants and Graduate Assistants (TA/GA). Following a reflective and evidence-based practice, the Educational Developer acts as an internal consultant for individuals, groups, and university administration, offering specific expertise in both TA/GA and Faculty development programs that enhance pedagogical practices for face-to-face, blended, and online delivery. The Educational Developer takes a leadership role in advocating for and creating an institutional environment supportive of teaching and learning excellence.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Masters’ degree is required along with the following experience requirements:
  • 3-5 years experience in developing and implementing teaching development programs for Teaching Assistants and Graduate Assistants (TA/GAs) and/or Faculty in a post-secondary setting.
  • Experience teaching in higher education is an asset
• Relevant course development skills developed through work experience in the university sector as an educator, and ideally, as an academic consultant or educational developer
• Demonstrated effectiveness in mediation and consulting with university academic leadership and faculty members to evaluate needs, advise actions, recommend activities and build consensus
• Extensive knowledge of theory and best practices in learning and teaching in higher education 
• Expertise in the planning and implementation of educational development programming at a diverse institution.
• Course design, implementation, and assessment skills for face-to-face, online and blended learning
• Demonstrated ability to consult with stakeholders to assess program needs, conduct workshops, and be able to prepare comprehensive reports, proposals and presentation materials for specific target audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, conflict management and facilitation skills to be able to work with colleagues at different levels in the organization.
• Familiar with current frameworks for blended, hybrid and online learning design in higher education settings

Work Expectations

This position is defined as in-person, with some opportunity for defined hybrid flexibility. The majority of the incumbent’s time is spent in normal office conditions, as well as facilitating sessions and consultations in both classroom and virtual settings. As a Faculty-facing service unit, all staff at the Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching are expected to be available to work regularly on campus.  

The Perks

There is something for everyone! Employees are eligible for many benefits, services and discounts that Toronto Metropolitan University has to offer:  

• Mid-year break that provides two weeks of paid time off in addition to your vacation.
• Group benefits including health Ed dental, employee and family assistance program (EFAP) and more!
• Tuition waiver for eligible employees and their spouse and/or dependent(s) and Tuition Rebate for eligible employees.
• Ryerson Retirement Pension Plan (RRPP): A defined benefit pension plan.  
• Access to the Ryerson medical centre directly on campus.
• And many more!

Additional Information

As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.  
Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's careersite.

Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
 
We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community.We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact hr@ryerson.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.