Job Description

Academic Trainer & Consultant, Generalist

Pearson is an international media company with market-leading businesses in education, business information and consumer publishing. Pearson's education business represents about two-thirds of the company, and Penguin publishing and the Financial Times make up the balance. With more than 30,000 employees based in 60 countries, we are a family of businesses that draws on common assets, processes and shares a common purpose: to help our customers live and learn.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D, and a member of E-Verify.

For the past 11 years, eCollege has been improving educational delivery methods by providing enterprise eLearning solutions with innovative technology and high-touch services. eCollege provides an on demand, or Software as a Service (SaaS) learning platform to growing colleges, universities and educational institutions across the globe. eCollege has been recognized as a proven leader in the use of educational technology. Our Course Management System (CMS) was ranked first in customer satisfaction in 2007 in independent research conducted by the IMS Global Learning Consortium.

According to leading IT researchers, more than 40% of all software will be deployed with on demand, or Software as a Service (SaaS) models by 2012. If you want to make a contribution to the future of learning and prefer an open-minded approach to work, join the eCollege team! As a Pearson company, eCollege offers competitive benefits in a challenging work environment, steeped in a supporting IT culture.

SUMMARY

The Academic Training and Consulting Team is committed to assisting faculty and administrators at academic and corporate institutions in the exploration and implementation of Internet Educational technology. All Academic Trainers and Consultants are responsible for faculty development in the use of Internet technology tools for the traditional on-ground and online classrooms and in the design, development and teaching of online courses using the eCollege System. Academic Trainers and Consultants are also called upon to train on a wide variety of technical solutions that the company offers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Consult (in person and/or via phone and email) with faculty and administrators to provide general information about online education, Internet technology, the eCollege system, and its tools, as well as specific assistance with online course design and development.

Train users regarding process, best practices, and instructional strategies relating to the eCollege system to meet their needs through online workshops, consultations, and demonstrations.

Works closely with Academic Services' Project Managers and educational partners on the implementation planning for eCollege's Content Manager solution, as well as train users on functionality and academic strategies relating to this system.

Train users on the functionality and use of additional eCollege products, solutions, and third party integrations.

Conduct instructional design course reviews, a comprehensive quality appraisal of an individual course relative to learning theory, content presentation, and system features/tools utilization.

Coach instructors on teaching strategies for online learning through personal knowledge of pedagogy, instructional design, and previous experience in online teaching and various available presentations.

Maintain resources for faculty through manuals, teaching tips, student orientations, and postings that allow for self teachings.

Write articles and tips for the Educators' Voice and ATC Blog sections of the company newsletters.

Other duties as assigned.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Includes people, process or functions.
This position has no managerial responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Two or more years experience in classroom teaching (including curriculum design and development) is required, and previous wok in online teaching/learning is also preferred. Master's (or Terminal) degree in related field is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Required

Ability to multitask and prioritize.

Detail-oriented.

Must be self-directed and have the ability to operate with little supervision as well as in a team environment.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability to visualize on a global level and understand how online events can affect the programs and systems of an institution.

Excellent presentation and training skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to perform academic research.

Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Comfort with computers, technology, and related tools.

Preferred

Knowledge of HTML as well as a familiarity with multimedia and audio/video programs.

Understanding of educational cultures, environments, etc.

This position requires travel up to 40% of the time.