Lecturer and Graduate Program Director

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in areas such as instructional design models, learning theory, online/hybrid environments, and critical thinking
• Serve as Graduate Program Director, overseeing program development and curriculum assessment
• Provide academic advising, mentoring, and support to graduate students from admission through graduation
• Supervise student internships and build connections with industry and community partners
• Develop accessible, inclusive, and evidence-based instructional materials aligned with equity and social justice commitments
• Mentor part-time faculty and contribute to departmental committees

Requirements

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, Educational Technology, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated successful face-to-face and online teaching experience at the college or university level
• Practical instructional design experience in higher education, K–12, nonprofit, or corporate learning settings
• Proficiency with multiple learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Canvas, D2L, Moodle)
• Proficiency with authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360, H5P)
• Evidence of commitment to equity, inclusion, and serving a diverse urban student population

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (completed or in progress) in a relevant field
• Experience in online course development or digital learning environments
• Expertise in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), learning analytics, and emerging educational technologies
• Demonstrated success supporting multilingual, racially, and culturally diverse learners
• Experience directing an Instructional Design or Critical & Creative Thinking program
• Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI) best practices in teaching and learning

About the Company

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at the University of Massachusetts Boston is an urban public research institution. We seek equity-minded educators to help prepare diverse professionals who can advance justice-centered, inclusive, and innovative learning environments.