Endicott College
Associate Director of Online Instruction and Training
Endicott College, Beverly, Massachusetts, us, 01915
We are located approximately 20 miles north of Boston and parking is free. We are also accessible by commuter rail on the Newburyport/Rockport line. Come and explore Endicott's seaside locale where employees are an important part of the bustling campus community!
Please apply today if this opportunity looks like the right fit for you.
The Associate Director of Online Instruction and Training ensures the School of Education's instructional excellence-and serves as the primary assessment officer for online modalities and online platforms utilized by the school. In addition, the DOTL will support adjunct instructors to ensure quality, preparedness and provide support.
This role will:
Standardize, evaluate, and ensure compliance and accessibility of all courses
Oversee collection, analysis, and reporting of student-learning and program-level assessment data
Hire, onboard, train, and support adjunct faculty
Provide ongoing pedagogical coaching and support seminars for adjuncts/staff.
Manage instructional design, LMS configuration, and quality-assurance processes
Serve as the primary liaison between the Dean's office, adjuncts, and student-support teams
Key Outcomes
Course Standardization & Evaluation (25%)
Oversee instructional-design, rubric-driven reviews, and launch of all online/asynchronous and blended courses
Maintain course templates, syllabus standards, and assessment-alignment guides
Conduct regular audits-peer reviews or screen-share walkthroughs-to ensure engagement, accessibility, and DEIB best practices
Assessment Data Leadership (20%) Design and implement a comprehensive assessment plan for program-level and course-level outcomes
Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data (e.g., end-of-course surveys, rubric scores)
Generate dashboards and detailed reports for accreditation bodies (DESE, CACREP) and internal stakeholders
Translate data findings into action: develop curricular revisions, faculty training topics, and student-support interventions
Faculty Hiring, Onboarding & Training (20%) Recruit, interview, and select adjunct instructors qualified to support graduate-level courses (including doctoral)
Manage onboarding logistics with Academic Coordinator: PAPs, orientation materials, and LMS account setup
Develop and deliver initial and ongoing training seminars/ workshops in collaboration with Quality Assurance: Canvas best practices, active-learning, inclusive teaching
Communication (15%) Act as the day-to-day contact for adjuncts on pedagogy, grading policies, tech issues, and academic integrity
Liaise with program coordinators, student-support services, and the Dean to resolve adjunct and student concerns
Maintain communication channels: monthly newsletters, Slack/MS Teams groups, and virtual office hours
Program Development & Continuous Improvement (15%) Support triannual review of program descriptions, learning outcomes, curriculum updates and accreditation self-studies
Partner with Assessment & Accreditation to incorporate data insights into curriculum mapping and course revisions
Facilitate cross-program alignment across undergraduate, graduate, and certificate offerings
Departmental Events (5%) Supervise the Graduate Program of Study (adjunct assignments, conference planning, social media outreach, special events)
Represent the School at related meetings, academic retreats, and external conferences
Co-plan department-wide professional-learning days and adjunct symposiums
Core Competencies
Communication: Clear, persuasive oral and written skills
Organization & Follow-Through: Manages multiple initiatives, meets deadlines, drives projects to completion
Collaboration & Teamwork: Builds trust, shares expertise, cultivates supportive culture
Adaptability & Innovation: Learns new tools/methods quickly; identifies improvements and champions change
Customer Service Orientation: Proactively addresses faculty and student needs with professionalism
Leadership & Initiative: Exercises sound judgment, owns projects, and models instructional excellence
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Master's in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Leadership, or related (Doctorate preferred) 5+ years' experience in online course development, faculty training, or academic leadership Demonstrated success collecting and analyzing educational assessment data; experience with dashboards and accreditation reporting Proven track record hiring, onboarding, and mentoring adjunct or part-time faculty Expertise with an LMS (Canvas preferred), instructional-design models (e.g., ADDIE, Backward Design), and accessibility standards (WCAG, UDL) Experience implementing quality-assurance processes (course reviews, rubrics, accreditation) Strong analytical skills: able to interpret assessment results and translate findings into actionable improvements Familiarity with MA DESE licensure requirements, regional/national accreditation standards, and inclusive-pedagogy best practices Ability to travel to campus for in-person meetings and events as needed
Effective Date of Current Version: September, 2025
Please apply today if this opportunity looks like the right fit for you.
The Associate Director of Online Instruction and Training ensures the School of Education's instructional excellence-and serves as the primary assessment officer for online modalities and online platforms utilized by the school. In addition, the DOTL will support adjunct instructors to ensure quality, preparedness and provide support.
This role will:
Standardize, evaluate, and ensure compliance and accessibility of all courses
Oversee collection, analysis, and reporting of student-learning and program-level assessment data
Hire, onboard, train, and support adjunct faculty
Provide ongoing pedagogical coaching and support seminars for adjuncts/staff.
Manage instructional design, LMS configuration, and quality-assurance processes
Serve as the primary liaison between the Dean's office, adjuncts, and student-support teams
Key Outcomes
Course Standardization & Evaluation (25%)
Oversee instructional-design, rubric-driven reviews, and launch of all online/asynchronous and blended courses
Maintain course templates, syllabus standards, and assessment-alignment guides
Conduct regular audits-peer reviews or screen-share walkthroughs-to ensure engagement, accessibility, and DEIB best practices
Assessment Data Leadership (20%) Design and implement a comprehensive assessment plan for program-level and course-level outcomes
Collect, clean, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data (e.g., end-of-course surveys, rubric scores)
Generate dashboards and detailed reports for accreditation bodies (DESE, CACREP) and internal stakeholders
Translate data findings into action: develop curricular revisions, faculty training topics, and student-support interventions
Faculty Hiring, Onboarding & Training (20%) Recruit, interview, and select adjunct instructors qualified to support graduate-level courses (including doctoral)
Manage onboarding logistics with Academic Coordinator: PAPs, orientation materials, and LMS account setup
Develop and deliver initial and ongoing training seminars/ workshops in collaboration with Quality Assurance: Canvas best practices, active-learning, inclusive teaching
Communication (15%) Act as the day-to-day contact for adjuncts on pedagogy, grading policies, tech issues, and academic integrity
Liaise with program coordinators, student-support services, and the Dean to resolve adjunct and student concerns
Maintain communication channels: monthly newsletters, Slack/MS Teams groups, and virtual office hours
Program Development & Continuous Improvement (15%) Support triannual review of program descriptions, learning outcomes, curriculum updates and accreditation self-studies
Partner with Assessment & Accreditation to incorporate data insights into curriculum mapping and course revisions
Facilitate cross-program alignment across undergraduate, graduate, and certificate offerings
Departmental Events (5%) Supervise the Graduate Program of Study (adjunct assignments, conference planning, social media outreach, special events)
Represent the School at related meetings, academic retreats, and external conferences
Co-plan department-wide professional-learning days and adjunct symposiums
Core Competencies
Communication: Clear, persuasive oral and written skills
Organization & Follow-Through: Manages multiple initiatives, meets deadlines, drives projects to completion
Collaboration & Teamwork: Builds trust, shares expertise, cultivates supportive culture
Adaptability & Innovation: Learns new tools/methods quickly; identifies improvements and champions change
Customer Service Orientation: Proactively addresses faculty and student needs with professionalism
Leadership & Initiative: Exercises sound judgment, owns projects, and models instructional excellence
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Master's in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Leadership, or related (Doctorate preferred) 5+ years' experience in online course development, faculty training, or academic leadership Demonstrated success collecting and analyzing educational assessment data; experience with dashboards and accreditation reporting Proven track record hiring, onboarding, and mentoring adjunct or part-time faculty Expertise with an LMS (Canvas preferred), instructional-design models (e.g., ADDIE, Backward Design), and accessibility standards (WCAG, UDL) Experience implementing quality-assurance processes (course reviews, rubrics, accreditation) Strong analytical skills: able to interpret assessment results and translate findings into actionable improvements Familiarity with MA DESE licensure requirements, regional/national accreditation standards, and inclusive-pedagogy best practices Ability to travel to campus for in-person meetings and events as needed
Effective Date of Current Version: September, 2025