Director of the Center for Teaching Excellence Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Director of the Center for Teaching Excellence

Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE

• Full-Time
  Job Number
  175743
  Agency
  Midlands Technical College
  Opening Date
  04/21/2025
  Closing Date
  5/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

UE05

Position Number:

61132323

Normal Work Schedule:

Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):
Monday-Thursday

• 8:00 am
• 5:00 pm; Friday
• 8:00 am
• 1:30 pm
  Pay Band
  Unclassified
  Opening Date
  04/21/2025
  EEO Statement
  Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Qualified applicants must visit the SC State Jobs website at www.careers.sc.gov to complete and submit an on-line application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Transcripts must be submitted with the employment application when a degree is required. Copies of transcripts are accepted for screening; official transcripts are required if selected.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Midlands Technical College is seeking a collaborative and innovative leader to serve as the Director of the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE). Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Student Success & Retention, the Director provides strategic leadership for a college-wide center focused on advancing teaching and learning practices that promote student engagement, retention, and academic achievement. The CTE supports faculty and staff who contribute to instructional delivery, training, and student support efforts across the institution. Through professional development, instructional support, and cross-functional collaboration, the Director ensures that the CTE remains a vital resource for developing effective and engaging learning environments aligned with the college’s mission and goals for student success and retention.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Planning, Coordination, and Evaluation:

Leads the design, coordination, and continuous improvement of college-wide professional development and teaching and learning initiatives that support student success and retention. Develops and delivers programming that enhances instructional quality, learner engagement, and effective teaching practices for both faculty and staff. Collaborates with departments across the college to ensure that CTE offerings meet evolving instructional and training needs. Regularly assesses the impact of CTE programs and uses data to inform future planning and ensure high standards of quality and relevance.

Vision and Strategic Leadership:

Provides collaborative leadership and long-term vision for the Center for Teaching Excellence in alignment with the college’s mission and student success priorities. Champions innovative, evidence-based teaching and learning strategies that serve both faculty and staff. Partners with institutional leaders to support strategic initiatives that enhance engagement, retention, and positive outcomes for all students.

Center Operations and Staff Supervision:

Oversees the daily operations of the Center for Teaching Excellence, including budgeting, purchasing, scheduling, and resource management. Supervises and supports CTE staff, fostering a collaborative and high­ performing team environment. Provides ongoing professional development, coaching, and evaluation to ensure staff are well-equipped to support teaching and learning initiatives. Ensures that the CTE maintains responsive and well-coordinated services to meet the needs of diverse college stakeholders.

Communication and Collaboration:

Serves as a central point of contact for promoting CTE programs and services across the college. Shares timely and relevant information about current trends, best practices, and resources in teaching and learning. Builds strong working relationships with internal partner including academic departments and student support services such as advising, academic coaching, and life skills development-to align professional development offerings with institutional goals. This position is located primarily on the Midlands Technical College Airport Campus.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Master’s Degree plus 5 years of progressively responsible related work experience. At least 3 years of college teaching experience, including both face

• to•face and online courses.

At least 3 years of progressively responsible supervisory experience. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituencies. Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have experience leading a center for teaching and learning or a comparable professional development unit in a higher education setting. A strong background in instructional design and curriculum development is highly desirable, along with demonstrated experience in the design, development, and evaluation of open educational resources (OER). The candidate should have a proven ability to lead and assess college-wide professional development initiatives, particularly those that contribute to improved instructional practices and student outcomes. Experience using assessment data to guide decision-making, familiarity with current educational technologies and learning management systems, and an understanding of emerging trends in teaching and learning in higher education are also preferred. The preferred candidate will also have experience working collaboratively with non

• instructional staff on programs and initiatives that support student success and retention across the institution.

Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Midlands Technical College
Address
P.O. Box 2408
Columbia, South Carolina, 29202
Phone
803-822-3399
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