Instructional Designer I

University of New England Career•Portland, OR

About The Position

The Instructional Designer I (ID1) collaborates with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), faculty, and other stakeholders to maintain, update, and enhance online learning experiences across a variety of courses. The ID1 also provides ongoing support to online instructors throughout course delivery and helps ensure the quality, accessibility, and effectiveness of the University’s online courses.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in instructional design, curriculum development, education, pedagogy, or a related field, with substantial coursework or research in relevant areas.
Two to five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design principles, online learning best practices, course development processes, assessment strategies, and adult learning theory.
Experience applying instructional design models, including backward design, to develop effective learning experiences.
Experience designing, developing, and maintaining online courses, instructional materials, tutorials, and technology user guides.
Familiarity with online teaching and learning practices in higher education or corporate environments and experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Strong technical skills, including experience troubleshooting technology issues and collaborating with technology support providers.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills with the ability to evaluate processes and recommend improvements.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and evolving technologies.
Ability to motivate, instruct, and support others while working effectively as part of a team.
Demonstrated interest in researching, evaluating, and applying emerging online learning technologies and instructional approaches.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with course stakeholders to create and manage engaging instructional activities, materials, and media using instructional design theories and best practices.
Propose course improvements based on analysis of existing courses, consulting with stakeholders on design, learning objectives, activities, and evaluation methods.
Prepare courses within the Learning Management System each term, including: Update syllabi (policies, descriptions, grading policies). Create course schedules and support information. Develop and build learning modules (overviews, objectives, materials, assessments). Set up multimedia resources and gradebooks.
Conduct quality assurance reviews, functionality testing, and facilitate course approval per College’s quality guidelines.
Maintain live courses throughout the semester, responding quickly to faculty or student concerns.
Conduct functionality testing, including that of integrated and non-integrated third-party platforms.
Develop project timelines for course revisions under guidance from Director of Learning Experience.
Ensure that projects are delivered on time and meet high-quality standards.
Attend and lead regularly scheduled meetings with course stakeholders to discuss instructional design, update timelines, construct or revise learning activities, and review materials in progress.
Maintain active courses throughout the semester, responding promptly to faculty or student concerns.
Support faculty in using course management tools, such as monitoring student engagement, managing discussion forums, maintaining the gradebook, and providing feedback.
Ensure adherence to the University’s intellectual property guidelines.
Ensure ADA compliance in online and distance learning environments.
Recommend potential instructional tools, media, and approaches to enhance teaching and learning.
Perform other duties as assigned to contribute to a collaborative and innovative learning environment.