Title: Curriculum Specialist, Montana Virtual Academy
Position Type: Professional
Department: College of Education and Human Sciences
Closing Date: Screening Begins 10/09/2009 and will continue until the position is filled
Start Date: 11/16/2009 (negotiable)
Benefits: Medical Insurance/Mandatory Retirement/Professional Development/Partial Tuition Waiver/Wellness
Primary Functions

The Montana Virtual Academy seeks an energetic, creative problem-solver with strong organizational and communication skills to work collaboratively within a team environment in a new digital educational enterprise.

  • Under the general supervision of the MVA Director, the Curriculum Specialist provides expertise and leadership related to instructional design and curriculum development.
  • This position includes fluency in a range of information, communication, and learning technologies.

    The Curriculum Specialist will:

  • Supervise and train assigned staff
  • Evaluate appropriate educational software to augment class content
  • Motivate and inspire teachers to enhance instruction
  • Conduct needs analysis at the course and program levels
  • Represent MVA to other constituencies across the State

    Note: This position is a one-year professional contract with possibility of renewal. Continuation of the position is contingent on funding.
    • Qualifications

  • Master's degree in education, instructional technology or related field
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication
  • Demonstrated leadership and manage skills
  • Prior online teaching experience Experience in developing and supporting K-12 curricula
  • Proficient in major software and hardware applications relevant to online learning
    • Program Overview/Environment

    The mission of the Montana Virtual Academy is to provide Montana K-12 students equitable access to high-quality, innovative, online instruction. The state of Montana, through a partnership of school districts and the University of Montana, Missoula, will ensure Montana's children are prepared for a globally competitive, 21st century environment. The initial year of MVA will emphasize high school core subject credit-recovery under the Montana accreditation and education standards; AP, dual credit, and enrichment coursework is planned for the future.
    How To Apply/Submitting Materials

    To apply, please submit a letter of interest, resume and list of three professional references via email to:

    Email: MVACurriculum@umontana.edu

    Please submit the following forms with your application materials:

  • Background Check Authorization
  • Self-Identification
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    Notices & Disclaimers

    Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
    In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

    ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
    Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. As an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and women. This material is available in an alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ preference in accordance with state law.

    References
    *References in addition to those listed on the application may be contacted without applicant's prior approval.

    Testing
    Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.