Director of Teaching and Learning

LOCATION:

United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD

APPLICATION TIMELINE:

This position does not have a specific application deadline. Review of applications will begin on August 3, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

ABOUT THE U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY:

The United States Naval Academy is a unique institution of higher learning located in Annapolis, Maryland. As a service academy and premier undergraduate college, the United States Naval Academy  has its own distinctive niche amongst American higher education institutions. Our talented faculty and staff are united by a common purpose--to develop the next generation of officers to be exceptional  leaders in our naval service. 

Every year more than one million people tour "the Yard" to experience what our employees already know  — the United States Naval Academy is a special place, with a special purpose. Employees will find  challenging and rewarding work; state-of-the-art facilities which inspire academic and athletic excellence; the benefits of Federal employment; and exceptional quality-of-life.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Provost of the U.S. Naval Academy invites applications for the Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) to begin as early as December 2026.  The CTL Director reports to the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs and directly supports the Naval Academy mission by advancing the best practices in undergraduate teaching among the military and civilian faculty.  This position is not currently expected to have supervisory responsibilities.  By developing and overseeing specialized workshops for faculty, the Director drives advancement in pedagogical strategy and instructional innovation. 

Duties and responsibilities: 

• Provides comprehensive support to both civilian and military faculty in developing high-impact academic instruction, ensuring the delivery of a world-class learning experience for military students.
• Organizes and facilitates faculty teaching workshops focused on modern pedagogy, innovative instructional tools, and classroom management.
• Collaborates on collection of instructional feedback and evaluation of academic courses, including student and peer evaluation of instruction. 
• Manages a program of mid-semester student feedback conducted by and for instructors across all disciplines.
• Disseminates current research on the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL) and supports faculty engaged in SoTL. 

This is an onsite, 12-month compensation model,  excepted service federal faculty position with a 3-year renewable appointment, a highly competitive salary, and full federal benefits. The ability to fill this position is contingent upon the availability of funding.

Salary Details:  

• • Pay Band: AD-09 - Classification 13
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  • Approximate Starting Salary Range:  $115,000  – $135,000 annually
    • Based on 12-month compensation model
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  • Final Salary: Will be determined based on:
    • Experience and qualifications of the selected candidate

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• A Master’s Degree or higher in a field related to teaching and learning or another discipline represented in the USNA curriculum.
• A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in a higher education setting.

Preferred Qualifications (We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience or demonstrated interest in some or all of the following areas):

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in academia with a focus on teaching pedagogy, curriculum development, and faculty development in a higher education setting.
• A PhD in a field related to teaching and learning or another discipline represented in the USNA curriculum.
• Comprehensive knowledge of teaching and learning pedagogy to include experience teaching and/or developing online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses in higher education, with knowledge of various instructional design models.
• Proven ability to manage and administer programs that support faculty teaching development to include developing, implementing, and assessing teaching and learning programs, policies, and procedures.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the ability to conduct development sessions and workshops for faculty; to provide briefings, detailed reports,and effective web-based communications; and to maintain effective partnerships with civilian and military faculty, staff, and leadership. 
• Demonstrated experience with learning management systems and a wide range of instructional and educational technologies that support teaching excellence and student learning.
• Working knowledge of military/federal education systems, protocols, and the unique challenges and opportunities associated with education for military officers. 
• Experience exploring generative AI’s potential roles and implications for learning in higher education. 
• Experience in managing and stewarding funds associated with educational programs.
• Proficiency in using standard office software and experience with academic database systems and maintaining professional program websites.

FINAL SELECTION FOR POSITION WILL BE BASED ON THE FOLLOWING ASSESSMENTS: 

• Review of all application documents
• On campus interview
• Delivery of a 40-minute faculty teaching workshop
• Reference Checks
• Executive level interview

HOW TO APPLY FOR POSITION:

Interested candidates should send application packages to the hiring manager and CTL Search Committee, at ctlsearch2026-group@usna.edu.    

Application Packages need to contain:

• Cover Letter
  •  Please carefully describe why you believe that you are a good candidate for this position, paying close attention to the qualifications and duties listed above.
  • Please clearly indicate your status as a U.S. citizen in the cover letter, as this is required for the position.
• 2-page Resume (we can only accept resumes up to two pages in length)
  • This document must be sufficient on its own to assess whether the applicant meets all “Required Minimum Qualifications.”
• Contact information for three professional references 
• Supplemental materials
  • Full curriculum vitae (no page limit)
  • Additional supporting documentation the candidate would like to submit

Candidates should also submit a response to the narrative questions found here. Please note you will need to include the announcement number listed at the bottom of this announcement.

Please note: This position does not have a specific application deadline. Review of applications will begin on August 3, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.  

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Two-year trial period will typically be required.
• All civilian positions at USNA are subject to a background investigation. The selected candidate will be subject to a security investigation leading to successful completion of a background investigation with a favorable adjudication. The selectee's failure to meet this requirement will be grounds for termination. More information about the background investigation  process can be found at the Academic Dean and Provost’s website, https://www.usna.edu/Academics/Faculty-Information/Background-Investigation-Info.php. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

The U.S. Naval Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer