Learning Management System Administrator
Reading, PA Campus, 1621 N 13th St, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Req #1018
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Learning Management System Administrator
Albright College is seeking a Learning Management System (LMS) Administrator to work with faculty to build high quality online Canvas courses. The person in this position will play an important role in ensuring consistency of design and quality across all online courses to help improve learning, student success, persistence, retention, and program completion.
The full-time, on-campus LMS Administrator will be a critical part of the review of existing and approval of new online courses offered by the College. Faculty will work with the LMS administrator as the subject matter experts while directed about best practices in pedagogy and design for online learning.
The LMS Administrator, specializing in Canvas, plays a pivotal role in managing and supporting the institution's digital learning environment. This position ensures that the Canvas platform operates efficiently and meets the educational needs of faculty, staff, and students.
The LMS Administrator is a twelve-month staff position and will also teach up to four courses a year for the Education Department as part of their role.
Key LMS Responsibilities:
- Technical Support: Provide technical assistance to faculty, staff, and students, addressing issues related to course content, user access, assessments, and grading functionalities within Canvas.
- Instructional Design: Work with faculty members to build high quality instruction in an online learning environment.
- Faculty Support: Assist Faculty members in the effective use of Canvas features and tools in online and face-to-face classes.
- System Maintenance: Ensure the LMS is up-to-date with the latest features, bug fixes, and security patches. Collaborate with IT staff to integrate Canvas with other institutional systems and maintain system integrity.
- Data Analysis and Reporting: Generate and analyze reports on learner progress, course completion, and system usage to inform decision-making and improve the learning experience, improve retention, and increase enrollment.
Qualifications:
Educational Background:
- Master’s degree in Education Technology, or a related field from an accredited university (terminal degree preferred).
Experience:
- Proven experience as an LMS Administrator or in a similar role, with specific experience in managing Canvas or comparable LMS platforms.
- Minimum of three academic years of PK-12 teaching experience in U.S. schools.
- Preferred experience supervising pre-service teachers or working in higher education.
Technical Proficiency:
- Strong technical skills, including experience with LMS platforms such as Canvas, and familiarity with computer technology and Microsoft Office applications.
- Communication Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to train and support users effectively.
- Knowledge of Instructional Design: Understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theory.
About Albright College
Founded in 1856, Albright College is the oldest institution of higher learning in Berks County and one of the most economically and culturally diverse colleges in the country. Nationally ranked as a top performer for social mobility, Albright is home to about 1,600 residential undergraduate students from across the nation and around the globe, working together to cultivate integrity, curiosity, connection and resilience. Albright students are encouraged to cross or combine majors to create individualized academic programs, without taking longer to graduate. The college’s flexible curriculum, close faculty mentorship and numerous experiential learning options are all designed to help students exceed their own expectations.
At Albright, we believe our differences make us stronger and empower us to better understand and respect one another in a just and fair manner. With this in mind, the college recruits, houses, educates, employs, supports and generally celebrates people of all statuses, identities and backUgrounds, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religious or spiritual identity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital and parental status, veteran status, political affiliation and physical and mental ability. Albright College is an EEO employer, committed to inclusivity. In alignment with this commitment, we actively encourage diversity in all dimensions among applicants for this position. Read the college’s Inclusivity and Equity Statement online and learn more our demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive and equitable academic community.
Founded in 1856, Albright College is the oldest institution of higher learning in Berks County and one of the most economically and culturally diverse colleges in the country. Nationally ranked as a top performer for social mobility, Albright is home to about 1,600 residential undergraduate students from across the nation and around the globe, working together to cultivate integrity, curiosity, connection and resilience. Albright students are encouraged to cross or combine majors to create individualized academic programs, without taking longer to graduate. The college’s flexible curriculum, close faculty mentorship and numerous experiential learning options are all designed to help students exceed their own expectations.
At Albright, we believe our differences make us stronger and empower us to better understand and respect one another in a just and fair manner. With this in mind, the college recruits, houses, educates, employs, supports and generally celebrates people of all statuses, identities and backUgrounds, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religious or spiritual identity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital and parental status, veteran status, political affiliation and physical and mental ability. Albright College is an EEO employer, committed to inclusivity. In alignment with this commitment, we actively encourage diversity in all dimensions among applicants for this position. Read the college’s Inclusivity and Equity Statement online and learn more our demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive and equitable academic community.
About Reading, Pa.
Ranked a “Best Place to Live” and “Best Place to Retire” by U.S. News & World Report, Reading is a medium-sized city in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Albright College’s 118 acre campus is located in the city’s historic northeast College Heights neighborhood. Catch a concert in Reading’s 9,000 seat Santander Arena or get up close and personal in the historical Santander Performing Arts Center (built in the 1870s — only 20 years after Albright was born!) Start a new art project with materials like hot glass, paint, wood and more at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, enjoy seasonal festivals or take a walk through West Reading’s artisan shops, restaurants and boutiques. See Pennsylvania’s spectacular autumn display from the top of Reading’s Pagoda, a kayak on Blue Marsh Lake, or from a scenic steam train ride. Or leave civilization behind with more than 125 miles of certified biking and hiking trails. The city of Reading is also home to the Philadelphia Flyer’s ECHL ice hockey team and the Philadelphia Phillies’ AA baseball team.
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- Reading, PA Campus, 1621 N 13th St, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States of America