The Assistant Director of Curriculum Development reports to the Director of Learning and Leadership Development and sits on the Assistant Vice President for Student Development & Executive Director of Housing and Residence Life’s leadership team. This individual will manage the AVIATE program, which includes the development, implementation and assessment of the department’s developmentally sequenced learning curriculum for 6,500 undergraduate students in residence, direct contact and partnership with campus stakeholders in the development of engagement opportunities that align with the department’s learning goals and collaboration with the departmental leadership and the College of Arts and Sciences in the development and maintenance of special interest communities for first year, second year and upper division students. The Assistant Director of Curriculum Development will coordinate the design of area educational plans, lesson plans and train staff to implement engagement strategies. Additionally, the Assistant Director of Curriculum Development will design and implement the curriculum for EDC 402, the class that all newly hired Resident Assistants and Neighborhood Fellows take in their first year of employment, and design and facilitate the training for the course facilitators. In concert with the University Mission Statement, the Assistant Director of Curriculum Development will maintain a developmental curriculum for students that values, promotes and fosters the development of leadership, civility and faith in the Catholic and Marianist tradition.
Bachelor's Degree K-12 Education or related field plus 5 years of professional experience experience in an educational classroom or setting. Experience designing and writing curriculum. Knowledge and understanding of student development theory and practice. Experience planning, organizing and implementing staff development and training programs. Experience designing and assessing student learning outcomes. Experience cultivating and maintaining relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Experience analyzing, synthesizing, and summarizing data. Evidence of strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience working with socially and culturally diverse communities. Experience designing marketing and publication materials. Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to work weekends and evenings.
Are you interested in a career opportunity that offers tuition assistance for yourself and dependents, great benefits package, stable campus environment, and more? Join our Department of Housing and Residence Life where we provide an intentional learning and living environment that is integral to the personal and social development of the University of Dayton student. Housing and Residence Life is committed to providing services, programs and facilities that foster the development of leadership, community, civility and faith in the Catholic and Marianist tradition. As a highly residential campus, you will have the opportunity to have a direct impact on the educational experience of over 6000 students and partner with faculty and staff within every facet of the University.
