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Instructional Specialist
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A Curriculum Specialist works in a public school district to coordinate curriculum. Works with teachers to develop curriculum that helps students learn effectively and meets state educational standards. Analyzes student assessment data, and chooses textbooks, educational materials, and new technologies to support teaching. May specialize in particular grade levels or subject areas, or education for specific groups of students such as English Language Learners.
$65,094 / year median in Iowa
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Instructional Specialist Western Iowa Tech Community College - 4.0 Sioux City, IA Job Details Full-time $49,728 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Qualifications Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques) Full Job Description Position Details Posting Summary Position Title Instructional Specialist Division Learning Department Institutional Research and Resource Development Job Description The Instructional Specialist provides direct academic support and educational technology assistance to students through individual and small-group tutoring. The ideal candidate is student-centered, collaborative, organized, and passionate about helping students succeed. Duties and Responsibilities Provide individual and small-group academic support to students in assigned subject areas, with preference given to mathematics or English. Assist students with educational technology, digital textbooks and courseware, tutoring platforms, assistive technology, and other instructional technologies. Troubleshoot common technology and courseware issues and connect students with additional support resources as needed. Assist with the daily operations of the Tutoring Center, including helping maintain tutor schedules, supporting service coverage, and ensuring a welcoming learning environment. Serve as a resource for peer and student tutors by sharing tutoring strategies, answering questions, and assisting with orientation and ongoing support. Assist with workshops, outreach activities, and campus communication related to academic success strategies to increase student awareness and utilization of tutoring services. Maintain knowledge of emerging educational technologies, digital tools, and student support practices and recommend opportunities for innovation and improvement. Support the development and management of student academic resources. Maintain tutoring records and assist with collecting usage and participation data. This is a full-time, grade 6, administrative position with an annual salary of $49,728. Benefits include health, dental, long-term disability and group life insurance, retirement, tuition waiver, paid vacation, sick leave and holidays. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in math, English, education, or a related field. Experience providing academic support, tutoring, or related student services. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse student populations. Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience in secondary or postsecondary education. Experience planning student workshops. Knowledge of Canvas, Cengage, VitalSource, tutoring software, assistive technology, and other educational technologies. Physical Demands Salary $49,728 Position Category Administration Position Type FT Hours Per Week 40 Grade/Level 6 Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8am - 5:00pm Posting Detail Information Posting Number S174P Job Open Date 07/01/2026 Job Close Date