University of Waterloo

Educational Consultant

University of Waterloo$80K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or relevant field
  • 4-6 years experience in educational development or instructional design
  • Experience applying pedagogical principles in course design
  • Experience advising instructors in a consultative capacity
  • Workshop facilitation and training experience
  • Strong understanding of higher education teaching principles
  • Proficiency with educational technologies and learning management systems

Responsibilities

  • Advise instructors on course design and assessment using best practices
  • Support the application of pedagogical approaches across disciplines
  • Guide instructors in aligning learning outcomes and assessment strategies
  • Provide practical guidance on teaching resources and practices
  • Organize and lead university-wide workshops on teaching topics
  • Contribute to faculty development programming through learning experiences
  • Participate in course design projects and provide subject matter expertise

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Engagement with diverse academic partners
  • Participation in institutional initiatives
  • Access to resources for continuous improvement
Full Job Description
Job Requisition ID:


Time Type:
Full time

Employee Group:
Staff

Job Category:
Academic Delivery Support

Employment Type:
Temporary

Department:
Associate Vice-President, Academic Programs - Teaching Support, Academic Teaching Incubator

Hiring Range:
$80,248.28 - $100,310.35

Posting Information:This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The internal posting deadline for this position is July 16, 2026 at 11:59PM.

This position is being offered as a Secondment or contract opportunity. Term: 1 year

Job Description:

Primary Purpose

The position serves as an educational development resource for faculty and academic partners, providing expertise in teaching, learning, course design, assessment, and educational technologies. The role supports the development of effective, inclusive, and evidence-informed teaching practices through consultation, faculty development programming, applied research, and participation in institutional teaching and learning initiatives.

Key Accountabilities

Pedagogical and Instructional Support
• Advise instructors on course design, assessment, and teaching practices using established frameworks and best practices
• Support the application of pedagogical approaches across a range of disciplines
• Guide instructors in aligning learning outcomes, activities, and assessment strategies to support course design
• Provide consultation and practical guidance on teaching and learning practices, approaches, and resources.
• Adapt and tailor teaching and learning resources and tools to meet instructor and program needs

Faculty Development
• Organize/Develop and Lead University-wide workshops and training sessions on core teaching and learning topics
• Provide one-on-one and small group consultations to instructors to support teaching development?
• Contribute to faculty development programming through the design and facilitation of learning experiences for instructors.
• Contribute to the systematic evaluation and enhancement of learning offerings to ensure effectiveness, relevance and impact.

Course and Courseware Design
• Guide the development and revision of course materials and assessments
• Provide consultation and support to instructors on the effective use of learning management systems and educational technologies to enhance teaching and learningIntegrate inclusive and accessible design principles into initiatives in collaboration with academic partnersParticipate in course design projects, contributing subject matter expertise in teaching, learning, and educational development.

Research and Evidence-Informed Practice
• Apply established teaching and learning research to practice
• Engage in applied research and evaluation activities to support continuous improvement and evidence-informed decision-making Perform data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Stay current with emerging trends in higher education pedagogy

Recommends best practices and supports continuous improvement through the integration of research, evaluation findings, and sector trends

Projects and Institutional Initiatives
• Contribute to projects and institutional initiatives related to teaching and learning
• Support implementation activities, including resource development and coordination
• Participate in working groups and collaborative initiatives
• Track progress and provide updates on assigned work

Collaboration and Supervision
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the achievement of team and organizational objectives.
• Serve as a resource to peers on complex or specialized matters related to the role.
• Provide guidance, coaching, mentorship and support to colleagues, fostering independence, professional growth, and effective problem-solving.
• Provide direction and support to co-op students, junior staff, or other team members, as assigned.
• Participate in leadership development opportunities and ongoing professional learning.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment through knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

Education
• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Higher Education, or related discipline) or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience
• 4-6 years of experience in educational development, instructional design, or teaching in a post-secondary environment
• Experience applying established pedagogical principles in course or curriculum design
• Experience supporting or advising instructors in a developmental or consultative capacity
• Experience facilitating workshops or training sessions
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level is an asset

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Strong understanding of teaching and learning principles in higher education
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Workshop facilitation and presentation skills
• Organizational and project coordination skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technologies
• Awareness of disciplinary contexts and inclusive teaching practices

About University of Waterloo

The University of Waterloo is a public research university with a main campus in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The main campus is on 404 hectares of land adjacent to "Uptown" Waterloo and Waterloo Park. The university also operates three satellite campuses and four affiliated university colleges. The university offers academic programs administered by six faculties and thirteen faculty-based schools. Waterloo operates the largest post-secondary co-operative education program in the world, with over 20,000 undergraduate students enrolled in the university's co-op program. Waterloo is a member of the U15, a group of research-intensive universities in Canada. The institution originates from the Waterloo College Associate Faculties, established on 4 April 1956; a semi-autonomous entity of Waterloo College, which was an affiliate of the University of Western Ontario. This entity formally separated from Waterloo College and was incorporated as a university with the passage of the University of Waterloo Act by the Legislative Assembly of Ontario in 1959. It was established to fill the need to train engineers and technicians for Canada's growing postwar economy. It grew substantially over the next decade, adding a faculty of arts in 1960, and the College of Optometry of Ontario, which moved from Toronto in 1967. The university is a co-educational institution, with approximately 36,000 undergraduate and 6,200 postgraduate students enrolled there in 2020. Alumni and former students of the university can be found across Canada and in over 150 countries; with a number of award winners, government officials, and business leaders having been associated with Waterloo. Waterloo's varsity teams, known as the Waterloo Warriors, compete in the Ontario University Athletics conference of the U Sports.
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