924580-Instructional Design Coach (Faculty)

Job Summary

The Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University seeks an Instructional Design Coach to advance teaching excellence and educational innovation within undergraduate medical education. This position partners with faculty to enhance course design, implement evidence-based teaching strategies, and create engaging learning experiences that support student success and align with institutional goals.

The Instructional Design Coach serves as a trusted educational consultant, providing individualized coaching, facilitating faculty development, and promoting best practices in instructional design and curriculum development. The coach will collaborate with faculty to analyze learning needs, design effective instructional materials, integrate educational technology, and foster innovative pedagogical approaches. This individual cultivates a culture of teaching excellence by mentoring faculty in learner-centered instruction and supporting continuous improvement of the medical education experience. Faculty rank will be determined based upon the successful candidates qualifications and experience.

Faculty Responsibilities

Instructional Coaching and Faculty Development The Instructional Design Coach provides individualized and small-group coaching to support faculty in designing and refining their courses. The coach works directly with course directors to apply evidence-based instructional design principles, help faculty develop clear and measurable learning objectives, and align assessments, activities, and content with desired outcomes. Additional coaching responsibilities include:

• Assisting faculty with the development of readiness activities (pre-work) and in-class active learning facilitation
• Guiding faculty in selecting and implementing appropriate pedagogical approaches and active learning strategies
• Supporting faculty in integrating educational technology and digital tools to enhance student engagement and learning
• Conducting instructional design consultations and needs assessments with individual faculty and departments
• Developing and curating instructional design resources, templates, and guides for faculty use

Curriculum and Program Development The Instructional Design Coach collaborates with institutional partners to support coherent, program-level curriculum design. This includes:

• Partnering with the assessment specialist and curriculum committee to ensure alignment between curriculum design and assessment
• Contributing to the preparation of materials for LCME accreditation and program reviews
• Collaborating with the Associate Dean for Institutional Effectiveness and other academic leaders on curricular initiatives
• Participating in committees related to curriculum development, faculty development, and educational innovation
• Documenting coaching activities and tracking faculty development initiatives to support continuous improvement

Scholarship and Service Instructional design coaches are expected to contribute to scholarly activity in instructional design, student learning, curriculum design, and/or other related areas. This includes staying current with trends and innovations in instructional design, medical education, and educational technology; engaging in scholarly activity related to instructional design, student learning, and curriculum; facilitating faculty development workshops on topics such as course design, active learning, assessment, and educational technology; and performing other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of instructional design principles, models, and best practices (e.g., backward design, cognitive load theory)
• Knowledge of evidence-based teaching strategies and active learning methodologies
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and faculty development principles
• Knowledge of educational technologies and learning management systems
• Knowledge of assessment design and alignment with learning outcomes
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and establish trust with diverse faculty
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and coaching in a supportive manner
• Ability to communicate complex instructional design concepts clearly and effectively
• Ability to manage multiple coaching relationships and projects simultaneously
• Ability to facilitate workshops and lead faculty development sessions
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

Required Qualifications

• Masters degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field
• 3-5 years of experience in instructional design, educational development, or faculty development
• Demonstrated experience coaching or consulting with faculty on course design and teaching practices
• Strong understanding of learning theories, instructional design frameworks, and evidence-based teaching strategies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical education or health professions education
• Higher education teaching experience
• Certification in instructional design or educational technology
• Experience with curriculum mapping and program-level design
• Familiarity with LCME standards and medical education accreditation requirements

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is based on experience. For information on benefits, please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits.

Application Instructions

Exempt positions are required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants. Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check. Documents needed to apply: Cover Letter, CV, and a copy of unofficial transcripts.

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institutions mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institutions focus on community engagement.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer Statement: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.