Job Abstract

The University of Virginia Darden School of Business, one of the world's leading business schools, seeks a Charlottesville, VA-based Accessibility and Assessment Implementation Coordinator (AAIC). This role supports faculty, staff, and students across our residential and professional degree programs to build, implement, and monitor assessments and make academic content accessible.?This position is a part of the Instructional Design team and works closely with the Academic Operations team. The Accessibility and Assessment Implementation Coordinator is a detail-oriented problem solver who excels in providing superb customer service, attending to details while keeping sight of the big picture, and managing change. This role reports to the Director of Instructional Design and Assessment and is a hybrid position with a blend of on-grounds and work-from-home days. 

This is a two-year limited term assignment with full benefits.

Responsibilities: 

Support the delivery of assessments in the Canvas LMS  

• Partner with the Instructional Technology and Assessment Implementation Specialist and a variety of Darden teams (Academic Operations, Student Affairs, Digital Solutions and Integrations) to facilitate successful exam experiences for all stakeholders (faculty, students, support teams) 

• Prior to each exam period, support Darden faculty members and AOCs in building, reviewing, and administering assessments including mid-course quizzes, final exams and other deliverables via Canvas 

• During each exam period, monitor and respond to student tickets, fixing issues and communicating with faculty as needed  

• After each exam period, generate reports for faculty, resolve outstanding issues and respond to faculty needs as they grade exams and other deliverables  

• Improve processes related to exam implementation and the student and faculty experience 

• In collaboration with the Instructional Technology and Assessment Implementation Specialist, provide weekend exam support during Darden’s 20 exam periods (approximately 12 weekends/year for this role) 

Lead accessibility initiatives 

• In collaboration with the Office of Student Affairs, develop effective processes and guidelines to support faculty in implementing disability-related course accommodations 

• Consult with faculty members to enhance accessibility of course materials, activities and assessments?across programs?   

• Review and revise courses, Canvas templates, and learning technologies to ensure highest levels of accessibility, including proactive remediation of course materials 

• Promote research-based and innovative approaches to maximize flexibility, inclusion, and equitable access to learning, including Universal Design for Learning and other inclusive pedagogical approaches 

• Maintain and share up to date knowledge of research-based practices in accessible?design and digital accessibility? 

• Monitor and report on Darden’s accessibility efforts  

• Support University efforts to promote accessible teaching and learning?  

• Collaborate with colleagues across Grounds, including with the University’s Coordinator of Academic Accessibility, the Student Disability and Access Center (SDAC), Learning Design and Technology (LDT), and the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE) to promote accessible learning experiences 

Education and Professional Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Instructional Technology, Education Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field.  Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree 

• Two years of learning technology and Canvas learning management system support (instructional design; digital accessibility support; faculty development; teaching, administration, or accessibility and disability support in an educational setting). IAAP certification (e.g. CPACC, WAS) or other digital accessibility qualification preferred  

• Experience working in Higher Education preferred  

• Familiarity with assistive technologies, digital accessibility, course accommodations, and related standards

• Commitment to and knowledge of academic accommodations and digital accessibility 

• Calm and effective troubleshooting of technical issues in high-stakes, high-pressure environments 

• Demonstrated high level of professionalism, customer service, attention to detail, follow-through, teamwork, flexibility and positive attitude 

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse educational, cultural and professional backgrounds to establish and maintain strong partnerships and to foster an inclusive environment  

• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including listening with empathy to understand and surface needs and the ability to convey complex ideas and potential solutions to a range of stakeholders? 

• Proficient with Microsoft applications, Canvas LMS, and instructional technologies

• Experience in Microsoft Excel with VLOOKUP, Text to Columns, calculations, and sorting data 

To Apply:

Apply online using the following link: http://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0062534/Accessibility-and-Assessment-Implementat ion-Coordinator-Darden-School-of-Business, Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:

• Resume

• Cover letter detailing your interest in the position

***Please note that you MUST upload ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS into the CV/Resume box, into which multiple documents can be uploaded. Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration.***

For this position, the selected candidate will need to complete the required background checks prior to the start date of the position.  

This position will remain open until filled.

Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter, at hjv5vm@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.