00001940 - Instructional Designer

The Instructional Designer will provide support, training, consultation, and instructional design assistance to faculty developing distance learning courses and in the use of instructional technologies for teaching and learning. Applying current research in areas of instructional design, learning theory, and innovative instructional technologies, this position will collaborate with faculty, subject matter experts (SME), and other campus stakeholders in the design and development of instructional materials for online and hybrid courses. This position will lead and collaborate with the Center for Teaching Excellence to facilitate faculty development initiatives, training sessions, and consultations for faculty related to teaching and learning with technology. Finally, this position will provide project management for online and hybrid course development and the enhancement and advancement of quality distance learning initiatives at GRCC.

Requisition ID:
Position Number: 00001940
Employee Group:  Professional, Management and Administration
Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks
Compensation:
Benefits: Full-time Part-time Limited Benefits
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

  • Work directly with faculty and teams in the design and development of online/hybrid courses in a wide array of disciplines

  • Facilitate the enhancement of existing online/hybrid curriculum and online instructional materials with a focus on quality, effective instructional design, universal design, and accessibility

  • Lead in creating, coordinating, and facilitating workshops and seminars for faculty and staff in instructional design and the effective use of instructional technologies in teaching and learning

  • Facilitate the design, development, and integration of multimedia support materials for use in online, hybrid, and face to face courses

  • Assist in the development of policies and procedures for instructional design and course development for distance learning

  • Stay current with emerging technologies, methods, and learning theories.  Share new knowledge with faculty and staff

  • Assist in the Distance Learning and Instructional Technologies Department web page updates

  • Serve on standing college teams related to the delivery of instruction, multimedia development, and other relevant committees

  • Consult with faculty on enhancing distance learning courses through: pedagogical improvements, course design that contributes to online community, training faculty on the managerial aspects of teaching online, and the technical design of online courses

  • Work closely with the staff of Instructional Support, the Center for Teaching Excellence, Information Technology, Library Services, Media Technologies, and other areas relative to the needs of the Distance Learning and Instructional Technologies Department

  • Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position

  • Performs other related duties as assigned

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Educational Credentials

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional design, or a closely related field with online teaching experience

  • Master’s degree in Education or related field is preferred

  • National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) preferred

Work Experience

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in the design and development of instructional materials, online and hybrid courses, and distance learning based curriculum

  • Teaching experience with online and hybrid courses strongly preferred

  • Knowledgeable in effective pedagogy, learning theory, and instructional design with a focus on quality online course design and development

  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.  Ability to work with faculty, staff, and students in a courteous and helpful manner

  • Knowledge and experience in using a wide variety of software and hardware tools related to authoring, courseware design, and web development for developing online course materials

  • Experience teaching, training, and using learning management systems (Blackboard experience preferred) to develop and design quality courses

  • Knowledge and experience in use and application of quality rubrics (Quality Matters, preferred) for effective online course design and delivery

  • Knowledge in project management skills to plan, design, and review online and hybrid course curriculum

Skills

  • Ability to design high quality online and hybrid courses 

  • Strong interpersonal skills, able to collaborate with faculty and staff in a thoughtful and helpful manner

  • Project management skills to coordinate review process of online and hybrid courses

  • Knowledge and experience in use and application of quality rubrics (Quality Matters, preferred) for effective online course design and delivery.

  • Proficiency with instructional technologies and awareness of emerging educational trends in distance education

  • Strong verbal, written, and digital communication skills

Physical Demands

  • The position requires long periods of sitting, standing, reading, writing, listening and speaking

  • Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds

Mental Demands

  • Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical people

  • Must be proficient in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to work effectively with people of diverse ages, ethnic, sexual orientation and socio-economic backgrounds

  • Ability to provide training and speak publicly

  • Maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and ethical standards

  • Must be self-motivated and resourceful, demonstrating initiative and strong problem-solving abilities

  • Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and complete tasks in a timely manner

  • Demonstrated ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships and work effectively as a member of a team

  • Project a professional image, including punctuality and good attendance record

Working Conditions

  • Ability to function effectively as a member of a team in a multi-person, service-oriented department

  • Occasional work outside of normal business hours

  • GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our policies website

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