Why Work at BYU   

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” 

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. 

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Job Description

Teaching & Instruction Specialist III

The CITES office is seeking a dynamic and innovative Research and Program Evaluation Specialist to join our team. This role involves overseeing and conducting research and program evaluation for the BYU ARTS Partnership, consulting on program development and implementation, and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate will enrich our commitment to quality teaching and scholarly inquiry, contributing new perspectives to critical conversations in arts education locally, nationally, and internationally. 

What you’ll do in this position:

Research, Evaluation, and Instructional Design 

• Design and implement research in arts, arts integration, cultural arts, teacher development, student learning, and instructional practice
• Conduct research and evaluation within existing BYU ARTS partnership programs
• Provide consulting to improve course content and resources such as online lesson plans, PD courses, and micro-credentials. Publish articles and prepare reports on program outcomes
• Build needs assessments and analyze data to create training content
• Design and build instructor-led training, e-learning, and blended learning solutions
• Create engaging learning experiences incorporating best practices and adult-learning methodologies

Program Development and Implementation 

• Develop curriculum and provide professional development for teachers in arts integration and cultural arts. 
• Provide operational and administrative support for programming, including budgets and event management. 
• Manage grant writing, reporting and timelines to support sustainable program growth. 
• Oversee mentoring for selected teachers; train mentors and coordinate contacts. 
• Support ARTS Partnership teachers and staff on job-embedded research and design; compile and report that information.
• Build relationships with faculty across campus to develop research and coordinate services for BYU students such as teacher candidates and graduate students.

Promotion of Programs, Writing, and Relationship Building 

• Build strong professional relationships with subject matter experts, clients, and key stakeholders
• Contribute to program recruitment and implementation; oversee program quality. Share teacher and student stories of the impact of the arts
• Market the image of the BYU ARTS Partnership. Write reports, articles, and presentations for various audiences
• Participate in service/citizenship and outreach activities, including the BYU-Public School Partnership
• Participate in meetings and collaborations as assigned

Education/Experience           

Minimum education/experience required:  

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Master’s degree in a related field
• Understanding of exceptional instructional practices and strategies for measuring student learning and program effectiveness
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills. Proficiency in office technology (Word, Excel, Outlook, internet, social media)
• Knowledge and experience in the arts and arts integration

Preferred:

• Doctorate in a relevant content area
• 3-5 years of teaching experience in K-6 public schools
• Administrative experience
• Knowledge of job-embedded teacher research procedures and protocols
• Experience in teacher education and/or providing professional development
• Experience in securing external funds for research, training, and program development
• Ability to use technology in arts, communications, instruction, and content creation
• Experience with standards-based teaching and learning (National and Utah Core Standards)
• Experience in university-public school partnerships. Active participation in professional organizations

What we offer in return:

In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long-term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness Program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 53

Typical Starting Pay: $71,000.00 to $92,500.00

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!