Instructional Technologist

Instructional Technologist

Location: Cabot United States

Department

Instructional Technology

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Entry-level

Compensation

50,000-60,000

Job Description:

Instructional Technologist-Lyon College invites applications for an Instructional Technologist to support and advance innovative teaching and learning within the College's veterinary education programs. This position plays a critical role in supporting instructional technologies, collaborating with faculty, and enhancing student learning across distributed, hybrid, and in-person modalities.

Responsibilities

• Support Lyon's instructional software platforms, including the Learning Management System (Canvas), Exam Soft, and other instructional technologies.
• Collaborate with veterinary faculty to design, implement, and support distributed, hybrid, and in-person learning experiences aligned with veterinary education outcomes.
• Provide training and consultation to faculty on effective instructional design practices for in-person, remote synchronous, and asynchronous instruction.
• Facilitate workshops for students on the effective use of instructional technologies to support improved learning outcomes.
• Assist in the evaluation, adoption, and integration of instructional technologies that support veterinary teaching and learning, including immersive technologies (AR/VR), virtual labs, and simulation tools.
• Support the instructional use of makerspace technologies, including 3D printing of anatomical models and other physical learning materials used as veterinary teaching analogs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in instructional design and pedagogy.
• Collect, curate, and disseminate best practices related to veterinary education pedagogy, educational assessment, curriculum development, and instructional technology.
• Develop and maintain an online repository of instructional resources, including tutorials, guides, webinars, and information on emerging trends and innovations.
• Monitor instructional technology embedded in instructional and laboratory spaces to ensure effective hardware and software configurations aligned with instructional priorities.
• Participate in relevant College committees and meetings.
• Maintain flexibility for occasional evening or weekend availability as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience designing and developing in-person, remote synchronous, and remote asynchronous instruction and assessment in higher education.
• Demonstrated understanding of simulation-based learning, applied instruction, and competency-based skill development relevant to veterinary or health sciences education.
• Familiarity with instructional analogs used in veterinary medicine or related health disciplines, including physical models, simulations, and case-based learning approaches, preferred.
• Demonstrated experience providing pedagogical and technical consultation for the design, development, and implementation of instructional content, courses, and projects.
• Experience supporting and administering online courses and working with faculty who teach in these modalities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to think strategically, plan effectively, and implement initiatives successfully.

About Lyon College

Lyon College is a selective private liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in the historic town of Batesville, Arkansas. Home to more than 660 students from 30 states and 18 countries, the College is renowned for its inclusive and nurturing academic community. Batesville, with a population of 11,000, was named the Best City to Live in Arkansas by USA Today. It offers a safe, vibrant environment and is a regional hub for commercial, medical, and social activities.

Why Lyon?

At Lyon, we prioritize excellent teaching, inclusive environments, and the persistence and success of our students and faculty. We support innovative teaching, meaningful research, and professional development in a close-knit academic community. Our liberal arts foundation encourages students to think critically about their place in the world and explore diverse perspectives.