Instructional Design Specialist
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Job Description Summary
The Instructional Design Specialist will collaborate with the Miami Online Regionals (formerly E-Campus) Leadership to advance the online student learning experience and collaborative partnerships that result in the growth of high-quality online learning opportunities using data-driven best practices that promote student engagement and retention.
Job Description
The Instructional Design Specialist will collaborate with the Miami Online Regionals (formerly E-Campus) Leadership to advance the online student learning experience and collaborative partnerships that result in the growth of high-quality online learning opportunities using data-driven best practices that promote student engagement and retention.
In this role, the instructional design specialist will:
- Develop collaborative partnerships with faculty and staff through the development of online course(s) and programs that demonstrate research-based perspectives to the art and science of instructional design.
- Design and produce engaging and accessible course learning experiences in accordance with design principles (e.g., color, typography, image selection, visual communication, etc.)
- Demonstrate efficiency in managing multiple project plans, maintaining deadlines, and tracking progress and performance to ensure successful outcomes.
- Work collaboratively and advance partnerships with university and campus committees and stakeholders.
- Perform online and institutional assessment and research to aggregate data into final reports to be used in ongoing accreditation, compliance, and initiative expansion.
- Research, troubleshoot, implement, and support instructional media and emerging technologies that benefit the university's online teaching and learning priorities and promote student success.
- Coordinate training and ongoing communication and professional development to ensure pedagogical best practices and student success; continued professional growth and development of professional design skill set(s) for online learning.
- Produce technical written projects that are clear, concise, appropriately detailed, and understandable by diverse audiences using proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, and language rules; ensure consistent application of styles and established layout processes.
- Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishments and department achievements.
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- Two (2) or more years of experience in instructional design, graphic design, or curriculum development.
- One (1) or more years of successful teaching and/or professional training experience applying learning theory and pedagogy to develop instructional and assessment strategies.
- Proficiency in Course Authoring/Production Tools, Google Tools, Web-Based Apps, and Mobile Technologies.
Consideration may be given to:
- Master's degree in instructional design, instructional technology, or a related field of study.
- Two (2) or more years applying learning theory and pedagogy to develop instructional design strategies with advanced use of learning management system tools and production of online courses.
- Online teaching and/or training experience in K-12 or Higher Ed
- Proficiency in Canvas LMS, Google tools, Adobe Creative Suite, Articulate Storyline and/or Rise.
- Utilization of project management software to manage instructional design projects and meet deadlines.
- Quality Matters training and/or certification.
- Experience using and/or supporting accessible technologies; knowledge of online learning regulatory and compliance agency requirements, including UDL, ADA, Section 508 compliance, FERPA, and other applicable laws, rules, and regulations related to online learning.
- Ability to initiate and prioritize work with exceptional project management, organization, and productivity skills while advancing multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.
- Advanced written communication, oral communication, and group facilitation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technology.
Required Application Documents
Resume/CV and cover letter
Special Instructions (if applicable)
Inquiries may be directed to Tina Riedy at riedyt@MiamiOH.edu. Screening of applicantions will begin 2 weeks from the date of posting and will continue until the position is filled. The salary range for this position is $58,000-$63,000.
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
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