Instructional Designer II

San Jacinto College•Pasadena, TX

41d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Instructional Designer II position focuses on course development, instructional training development, and faculty training, emphasizing pedagogical practices and the integration of instructional technology tools. This role serves as a project lead, instructional designer, and course developer for district-wide teams. The Instructional Designer II assists faculty in designing course materials for various delivery methods (face-to-face, hybrid, distance learning) and supports their use of technology, including graphics, multimedia, productivity software, web applications, and emerging technologies. The position also involves evaluating courses for design, materials, and presentation, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

Master’s degree in instructional technology, instructional design, or related education field
Two years of work experience in an academic setting
One year of experience in an instructional design or academic design environment, with emphasis on an academic setting
Ability to demonstrate the College values
Knowledge in instructional design, development, implementation, and assessments in an academic environment; instructional technology, learning theories, universal design, accessibility, and effective assessment of programs
Ability to perform as project lead / project manager in cross-functional teams
Ability to effectively perform in a collaborative environment working with varied individuals and roles.
Ability to write and edit instructional material and training documentation
Ability to design, develop, and deliver interactive training of graphics, multimedia, productivity, web-based and social media applications
Ability to learn innovative technologies quickly
Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Skill in integrating technology in a wide variety of instructional situations
Skill in adapting to the needs of a changing program
Skill in using a variety of graphics, multimedia, productivity, web-based, and social media applications
Skills with classroom applications of the internet, interactive video, and other technologically mediated instruction
Knowledge of instructional pedagogy

Nice To Haves

Experience with Blackboard Learning Management System platform is preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and develop courses demonstrating knowledge and experience of instructional design, development, implementation, and assessments in an academic environment; instructional technology, learning theories, universal design for learning and accessibility practices, and effective assessment of programs.
Design, develop, and deliver instructional training, in various formats (face-to-face, hybrid, online and computer-based instruction) for instructional technology, course design, universal design for learning, and accessibility topics.
Design and develop interactive and multimedia instructional programs using the latest technology; including but not limited to software, hardware, web-based applications, social media tools, and other emerging technologies.
Lead district-wide course and training development teams serving as instructional designer, course developer, and project manager for the project.
Consult with faculty to incorporate instructional technology tools (graphics, multimedia, and productivity software; web-based applications, social media tools, and other emerging technologies) and open educational resources, based on an active, collaborative, and authentic instructional approach for all delivery methods (face-to-face, hybrid, distance learning).
Responsible for detailed project management to develop and deliver high quality developed courses and training in accordance with College policies and procedures.
Writing and editing course and training materials demonstrating effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills
Review faculty developed courses providing recommendations and support for meeting district expectations for instructional delivery.
Evaluate, test, assess, and provide recommendations on emerging instructional technologies, practices, and technology enhancements.
Attend position applicable professional development to improve knowledge and skills.
Support faculty in the effective use of technology-mediated classrooms.
Participate on committees and councils as appropriate.
Provide feedback and recommendations for continuous improvements.
Other duties as assigned.