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Monterey Peninsula College

Substitute Pool - Online Instructional Design & Accessibility Specialist

Salary: $31.70 - $35.01 Hourly
Job Type:
Job Number: 2024-00036
Closing:
Location: Monterey, CA
Division: Library

Description

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of an administrator in the Office of Academic Affairs, assist in the design and development of online courses and online learning resources; assist with the conversion of face-to-face courses materials for online delivery; review online courses and online learning resources for compliance with accessibility; and assist in modifying online course content and online learning resources to meet accessibility requirements.

Example of Duties


DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Duties and essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Consult with faculty on the strategies for using the College's Course Management System and other online tools to meet instructional objectives and comply with accessibility requirements.
   
2. Advise, assist, and train faculty in the design and development of online courses; redesign course content and integrate media technologies in course content to meet accessibility requirements.
   
3. Assist in the development of online course content, activities, and assessments that meet accessibility requirements.
   
4. Review online course content to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements (i.e. ADA and Section 508). Assist faculty and staff in modifying course content to meet accessibility requirements.
   
5. Develop and maintain documentation, procedures, and guidelines for creating accessible online course content.
   
6. Work closely with Access Resource Center (Disabled Students Programs), Online Education Support staff, faculty, staff, and administration to address concerns related to accessibility in online courses and accommodation requirements for online students.
   
7. Assist in the development of accessible online course templates, images/graphics, and video production for use in online courses.
   
8. Conduct training workshops on topics related to the design, delivery, and support of high quality online teaching and learning and topics related to accessibility compliance for online courses.
   
9. Maintain and update online faculty support resources, guidelines for online instruction, and other professional development resources.
   
10. Work in collaboration with the Online Instructional Technology Specialist to provide technical support for online faculty and students.
    
11. Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

Other Functions
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience (Minimum Qualification)

Any combination of education and experience which would indicate possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities listed herein. For example, a bachelor's degree in Instructional

Technology, Web/Multimedia design, Educational Technology, certificates, or related field. Experience teaching online courses, providing academic support services (such as advising, tutoring, or library services) to online students, or providing instructional design/technology support to faculty. A working knowledge of web development, web standards, and accessibility requirements (i.e. ADA, Section 508). Previous experience with one or more learning management systems. (Canvas preferred).

Knowledge
Knowledge of: instructional design, web/graphic design, educational technology, educational practices, K-12, Community College, Adult Education, and/or University educational policies and practices; report writing; presentation skills; current office procedures and practices including filing systems; a variety of multimedia design, computer graphics, video production, word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs as needed to fulfill the requirements of the job.

Abilities
Ability to: learn and apply Federal, State, regional and District regulations, policies, and procedures; understand and independently carry out oral and written instructions; prioritize tasks and manage several tasks simultaneously; accurately and efficiently use a variety of word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs to create/produce online text and multimedia content as needed to fulfill the requirements of the job; learn and successfully use new software programs as required to fulfill the duties of the job; use appropriate and correct English spelling, grammar, and punctuation; perform arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy; learn and successfully apply current office policies and procedures; analyze situations and make decisions on procedural matters without immediate supervision; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; efficiently use a variety of office equipment as needed to fulfill the needs of the job; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties; demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

PHYSICAL EFFORT/WORK ENVIRONMENT Light to moderate physical effort; occasional standing or walking; periodic handling of parcels, supplies or equipment up to 15 pounds.

Work Schedule / Supplemental Information


WORK SCHEDULE

40 hours per week for up to 6 months, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

*Management reserves the right to modify the work schedule

Starting Salary

$30.77 (STEP A) - 33.99 (STEP C) + GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE (no additional costs for dependents)

How to Apply

Visit www.mpc.edu/employment and select 'classified and other positions.' Here you will find the announcement and the 'apply' button in the upper right-hand corner. You will be asked to log in or create a new user account.

Complete all required fields of the application AND:

• Attach a .pdf of your cover letter which describes your interest in and qualifications for the position. Please address the abilities and desirable qualifications listed in the job posting.
  
• Attach a .pdf of your resume
  

Only items listed above will be reviewed by the screening committee. Human Resources does not accept additional materials such as: letters of reference, test scores from other institutions, certificates of courses/programs completed, letters of commendation from schools with your application. Such items, if included, will not be forwarded to the selection committee. If you are a finalist, HR will request any reference information that is required. Monterey Peninsula College reserves the right to close or continue the recruitment at any time.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Offers of employment are contingent upon Governing Board approval. Employment with

Monterey Peninsula College is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre employment requirements. All new employees are required to submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Employees must sign the Oath of Affirmation of Allegiance, and submit fingerprints. The District is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the District is to encourage applications from all persons. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status as a Vietnam era veteran, ancestry, or political or organizational affiliation.
Monterey Peninsula Community District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students as outlined in the District's Governing Board Goals, Educational Master Plan, Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, and Student Equity Plan. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences - emphasizing collaboration, engaging students in and out of the classroom, and encouraging them to realize their goals and become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Monterey Peninsula College, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners.

Monterey Peninsula College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is an affiliate of the statewide Umoja Community of California Community Colleges. Monterey Peninsula College has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities it serves. MPC serves approximately 12,000 students (for the 2020-21 year). MPC's comprehensive curriculum and student services are designed to meet the needs of a diverse student body and include transfer, career and technical education, basic skills, and continuing education offerings.

We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:
(1) Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
(2) Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
(3) Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
(4) Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
(5) Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.

Monterey Peninsula College seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. College faculty are expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to use, different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve.

Offers of employment are contingent upon Governing Board approval. Employment with Monterey Peninsula College is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. All new employees are required to submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Employees must sign the Oath of Affirmation of Allegiance, and submit fingerprints for California Department of Justice clearance. California School Employees Association Membership or an approved alternative is required.



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