We are looking for the visionaries, the change-makers, and the self-starters who are seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other, and strive to create inspiring, incredible educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are, or how they learn. In choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity, and inspire positive change for so many people.

Our core values put the student experience at the center of what we do, reflecting who we are, and aspire to be. If you want to shine a light on academic excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us.

Who we need

Reporting to the Director, Digital Learning, we are looking for a Manager, eLearning, to oversee the work of our team of eLearning Specialists and drive the development and delivery of engaging digital learning experiences. As the Manager, eLearning, you will work closely with the Director, Digital Learning, to plan, implement, and evaluate eLearning initiatives, ensuring the effective use of technology and instructional design principles. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to develop innovative eLearning strategies and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality online courses and training programs. As a leader, you will foster a supportive, knowledge-sharing environment where all team members grow, thrive, and support our mission to champion student success.

This is a hybrid role, requiring work onsite as needed at our location in downtown Toronto or Fredericton.

What's in it for you

Impact. Working within a highly collaborative and centralized model of course development, you will be integral to student engagement and success. The scope of opportunity to make a difference in our course design, development, and delivery will touch every learner and instructor across our campuses.

Influence. Yorkville University thrives on innovation, and you will have the chance to propose new ideas, approaches, and systems and see them come to life. You will gain exposure across the organization and have an opportunity to work closely with other units and leaders to shape how our students and instructors experience teaching and learning.

Recognition and career development. Yorkville University is a progressive, forward-thinking, innovative education centre. This is a reputation-building role with visible, real-world impact, focused on meeting the diverse needs of our learners, instructors, and programs. You will join an organization that inspires change, nurtures collaboration, supports faculty and students in their journey, and continuously innovates.

As our new Manager, eLearning, you will:

• Lead the team and their work. You will manage the eLearning team, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
• Optimize processes. You will design and continuously improve processes to manage and track eLearning projects and tasks, providing internal and external updates and reports regularly and as needed. You will collaborate with the Director, Digital Learning, and Manager, Digital Design, to improve, establish, and evaluate processes for the design, development, and delivery of engaging, interactive courses, modules, and learning resources within the LMS and its integrated tools.
• Implement quality assurance checks. You will develop, implement, and continuously improve Quality Assurance procedures for the eLearning unit. You will collaborate with university-wide partners on Quality Assurance procedures across the course design, implementation, and improvement process.
• Collaborate. You will work with subject matter experts and other relevant individuals to identify learning needs and develop comprehensive strategies for the eLearning team. You will collaborate with Curriculum Design and Digital Design to manage course development across these units and provide data-informed feedback on areas for improvement. Working with internal and external partners, such as IT teams, vendors, and faculty, you will ensure seamless eLearning operations.
• Recommend improvements. You will evaluate the effectiveness and impact of eLearning initiatives through data analysis, learner feedback, and assessment results and make recommendations for continuous improvement. You will stay up to date with emerging trends, tools, and best practices in instructional design, educational technology, and digital learning, and drive the adoption of innovative approaches.
• Drive innovation. Collaborating with the Director, Digital Learning, you will shape and implement a strategic vision for the eLearning team that aligns with organizational goals, overseeing its successful execution. Partnering with university stakeholders, you will contribute to the selection, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise, program-level, and pilot learning technologies. Your focus will be on ensuring optimal functionality and user experience through thoughtful planning, data analysis, and continuous improvement.

You have:

• The education. You have a Bachelor's or Master's in education, instructional design, educational technology, or a related field.
• The expertise. You bring proven experience in eLearning/digital learning development and management. This includes a track record of successful leadership in designing and implementing online learning initiatives and course design in post-secondary settings. Your expertise extends to an in-depth understanding of instructional design principles, adult learning theory, digital learning best practices, and accessibility standards and guidelines for digital content. Additionally, you are proficient with learning management systems (LMS), preferably Brightspace.
• The project management skills. You possess excellent project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines using collaborative, cloud-based digital tools, e.g., Microsoft Office, Service support portals, and software. You bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to design data collection procedures, analyze data, and make data-driven decisions. You have successfully led teams and team members responsible for many highly detailed projects, preferably in remote or hybrid work settings.
• The people leadership skills. You are an excellent communicator and collaborator, able to work effectively with cross-functional teams, and stakeholders. You have demonstrable leadership skills, including the ability to mentor, motivate, and inspire a team, provide constructive feedback, and foster a culture of continued collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Why work at Yorkville University?

• An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools, and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current, and be future-forward.
• The chance to accelerate your career and disrupt education by responding to the needs you see and purposefully challenging the status quo. Everything we do here is about delighting and engaging our employees - and ultimately our students- from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical ones.
• A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments, and can bring their authentic selves to the educational and work spheres. We celebrate the full range of human diversity, and we acknowledge that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of barriers that equity-seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this access.
• The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications and programs - right up to our Masters' offerings.
• An appreciation for the insights and skills you bring to work with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a wide breadth of wellness services, and a work-life balance.

Join us

We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for, express your interest.

What you can expect from our hiring process:

• A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor discussing your interest in the role and your professional and academic background.
• An interview with the Director, Digital Learning, senior members of the eLearning team, and an HR representative to expand on your eLearning experience and people leadership approach. This will be an opportunity for you to ask further questions about the role, team, and culture.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville University and Toronto Film School and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community and other equity-seeking groups.

Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). If you require accommodation for disability, please notify Human Resources at 1-877-429-4029.

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