Learning Technologist for Accessibility

Job Description

About Brown: Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more.

About the Opportunity: The Learning Technologist for Accessibility is a member of the Digital Learning & Design (DLD) team, part of the Sheridan Center for Teaching and Learning. DLD is a team of learning designers, learning technologists, and educational media producers supporting Brown faculty in exemplary methods of integrating technology into the teaching environment for all Brown courses.

Responsibilities: This position is responsible for the support of accessibility focused software that integrates with our learning platforms; for validating the accessibility of our learning technologies and learning experiences; and providing guidance to instructors in the accessible use of DLD supported learning technologies. This role will participate in research and deployment of all our learning technologies with a focus on ensuring they are accessible.

In this role, candidates can expect to:

• Serve as the service owner for support of DLD managed accessible learning technology applications.
• Consult with instructors and departments to address accessibility concerns for the digital components of their courses.
• Offer coaching and advice for instructors actively remediating their digital course content.
• Serve as primary support contact for accessibility support inquiries.
• Assist with response to inquiries for accessibility and general support from multiple channels for DLD supported technologies: shared email, ticketing system, consultations, etc.
• Collaborate with colleagues and vendors to plan support for systems and services.
• Coordinate with other services owners of learning technology applications (e.g., automated lecture capture).
• Explore and implement opportunities to improve efficiency and efficacy of support delivery.
• Maintain knowledge of learning technology tools and trends; assist with implementation of new services in support of teaching and learning at Brown.
• Mentor DLD student staff who are assisting with accessibility related projects.

This is a fixed term position with a current end date of 05/31/2028, which may be extended based upon available funding.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
• 2-3 years experience providing academic support as a learning technologist preferably in a College/University setting.

Job Competencies

• Knowledge of web accessibility standards and practices.
• Ability to understand and implement the fundamentals of learning technology concepts.
• Project management skills, such as detail orientation and attentiveness to timelines.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student and faculty population.
• Conversant in the literature on inclusive, evidence-based teaching and learning.
• Reflective practice (e.g., openness to feedback and input, attentive to professional development needs.
• Strong commitment to collaboration and collegial interactions.
• Highly effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills.