Distance Learning Coordinator
A distance learning coordinator is in charge of designing educational programs, setting curriculum, and providing guidance to students pursuing educations outside of a traditional classroom setting, typically over the Internet. These coordinators usually work for colleges, universities, and other types of learning institutions.
He or she may also be a consultant for a company to promote further education among employees. Other common duties include: overseeing staff, maintaining student records and office files, processing tuition payments, managing technology to deliver content, setting test guidelines, developing online information, implementing technical systems, providing instruction, and ensuring educational credibility.
Distance learning coordinators are required to hold a Bachelor’s degree and to have a strong background, with on the job experience, in technology.
Other recommended skills include: strong communication skills, technical writing skills, educational skills, computer skills, experience with the Internet, experience setting up communication programs such as video conferencing, program coordination skills, the ability to work on a team, management skills, general writing skills, and the ability to multi-task.
The field of distance learning is growing rapidly due to people’s need for flexibility and the desire for higher education. The need for distance learning coordinators is expected to rise for the foreseeable future.
The typical average salary of an experienced distance learning coordinator is about $47,000 per year.
