This is a contract position with a defined duration, and the selected candidate will work remotely.

Job Overview

In partnership with a Learning Design Specialist, the Instructional Designer Contractor role will collaborate with our Learning Design team to design/develop, and enhance course content to courses, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the consistent delivery and maintenance of courses as engaging, learner-centered, and aligned with educational standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an instructional design professional or one seeking experience in instructional design who is passionate about creating impactful learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Learning Design Specialist to develop/build instructional materials, including lesson plans, assessments, and multimedia content.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure seamless integration of instructional content into learning management systems (LMS) or other delivery platforms.
• Conduct iterative reviews and revisions of instructional materials based on feedback from stakeholders, subject matter experts, and learners.
• Update courses to align with new features in Canvas and build standard experience for students.
• Respond to inquiries and tickets for minor revisions, updates, and fixes in courses via Service Now ticketing system.
• Maintain documentation, records, and reports related to instructional design projects, including project plans, progress reports, and evaluations.
• Research and recommend content for new courses through the use of library resources, OER materials, and nontraditional learning resources.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field (Master's degree in I.D. preferred), or >3 years relevant instructional design experience, preferably in higher education.
• Proficiency in instructional design software, Canvas (Design Plus preferred), and e-learning authoring tools.
• Strong knowledge of educational technology trends and best practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with course development is a plus.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with ADA requirements for instructional design traditional and online.
• Familiarity with copyright law and regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of multimedia software tools.
• Knowledge of best practices in educational technology