Remote Counselor Education Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Job summary

The Subject Matter Expert collaborates with the Instructional Design team to develop engaging, outcomes-driven online course content within a three-month cycle. Responsibilities include refining assignments, assessments, and multimedia while integrating AI-generated materials to ensure alignment with learning objectives.

Job details

APPOINTMENT TERMS This temporary, remote position lasts one quarter (three months) per development cycle. Successful candidates will collaborate with team members during business hours to meet milestones. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Compensation for this role will be a one-time lump-sum payment of $1,500. If SME also develops course syllabus, they will receive an additional $500 bringing total compensation to $2,000. Who We Are Post University is a thriving organization with an unfolding, amazing success story centered on one mission – changing the lives of its students and associates. Our approach is simple, authentic, and unique. At Post University, each day begins and ends with a demonstration of distinct behaviors unique to our culture and way of life. Our team of passionate professionals daily embraces a culture that celebrates bold ideas, supports individual growth, and puts our students at the heart of everything we do. For more than 130 years, Post University has been dedicated to student success, serving thousands of learners across our online, main campus, undergraduate, and graduate programs. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and seek individuals who are passionate about contributing to a collaborative and student‑focused community. Due to Post-specific operational and administrative considerations, the position is not approved to be performed in Alaska, California, Hawaii, or New York. Candidates must be physically located and perform their work from an approved state. JOB SUMMARY: The Subject Matter Expert (SME) is a remote, contract position responsible for collaborating with the Instructional Design team to develop an engaging, outcomes-driven online course within a three-month development cycle. The SME provides expert knowledge in the course subject area and contributes to the design of authentic, engaging content aligned with course outcomes and objectives. This role includes evaluating Instructional Design AI-generated content to enhance creativity and streamline development. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Review and apply all onboarding information provided by Instructional Design and the Program Chair. * Collaborate with the Instructional Designer and Program Chair to finalize a course roadmap and unit-level objectives. * Provide or refine course content, including assignments, discussion prompts, assessments, and multimedia suggestions, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes. * Review and finalize content iteratively using designated collaboration tools. * Incorporate AI-generated draft materials, reviewing and adapting them to ensure relevance and appropriateness. * Ensure all course content meets quality assurance standards, including ADA compliance. * Engage in regular communication and meetings with the course design team, addressing feedback and meeting design deadlines. * Review the completed Blackboard course build using the provided checklists. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES: * Doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP accredited program * Strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines in a collaborative, remote environment. * Proficiency with web-based communication and project management tools. * Attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: * Experience developing online courses at the graduate level. * Familiarity with Blackboard Ultra or similar learning management systems. * Understanding of or experience using AI tools in content creation. * Online teaching experience in Counselor Education.

What you’ll do

The Subject Matter Expert collaborates with the Instructional Design team to develop engaging, outcomes-driven online course content within a three-month cycle. Responsibilities include refining assignments, assessments, and multimedia while integrating AI-generated materials to ensure alignment with learning objectives.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program. Proficiency in web-based project management tools and experience with online course development are required.

Listed skills

• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Counselor Education
• Instructional Design
• Curriculum Development
• Blackboard Ultra
• Learning Management Systems
• AI Tools
• Project Management
• ADA Compliance
• Content Development
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Assessment Design
• Academic Writing
• Quality Assurance
• Online Teaching
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Strong Work Ethic
• Artificial Intelligence
• Collaborative Software
• Content Creation
• Creativity
• Interpersonal Communications
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Education
• Science & Research
• Subject Matter Expert
• Curriculum and Instructional Designer / Developer
• Education Methods Specialists
• Instructional Coordinators