Subject Matter Expert in Digital Productivity Tools (Undergraduate Curriculum Development)

About Unity:

At Unity Environmental University we are on a mission to make environmental education accessible and affordable to all. Our unique model combines a functional hierarchy and project-based structure through our four Sustainable Education Business Units (SEBUs) to promote collaboration and innovation (Distance Education, Sustainable Ventures, Unity @ Pineland). We prioritize our students' needs above all else, offering a variety of modalities, including hybrid, in-person, hyflex, and online.

The Opportunity:

Unity Environmental University Career Edge seeks enthusiastic and experienced individuals to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support the development of undergraduate courses within our Workplace Readiness curriculum. These courses are part of Unity’s innovative, workforce-aligned academic model and are delivered in five-week terms as asynchronous, online courses designed for diverse learners.

SMEs will collaborate closely with an academic dean and a learning experience designer to shape course content, learning activities, and assessments that are engaging, applied, and accessible to undergraduate learners.

Course to Be Developed

Digital Tools for Productivity (DIGI 2001)
This course builds on foundational digital fluency by introducing tools that support personal and professional productivity. Students explore digital calendars, task management systems, project boards, spreadsheets, and note-taking platforms.

Role Responsibilities

• Advise on course scope and specific learning outcomes
• Select and/or design content that supports student mastery of digital productivity tools
• Translate real-world digital workflow practices into clear, student-facing instructional materials
• Develop applied assignments
• Collaborate with academic leadership and learning designers in an iterative development process
• Ensure content is accessible, practical, and relevant across disciplines and career pathways
• Incorporate inclusive design and support for learners with varying levels of digital experience

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Advanced degree in Information Technology, Business, Communications, Education, or a related field. Demonstrated experience using digital productivity tools in professional settings. Strong understanding of workflow organization, time management, and digital efficiency strategies. Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and accessibly for undergraduate learners. Strong written communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively in a remote environment. Proficiency with standard computer applications and familiarity with modern productivity tools.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching, training, or mentoring adult or undergraduate learners. Background in online or distance education. Experience with tools such as Trello, Asana, Notion, Microsoft Planner, Google Workspace, or similar platforms.