Instructional Designer

EDSI Solutions•Dearborn, MI

19d•$65,000

About The Position

To design and develop engaging and interactive curriculum that embraces adult learning concepts, including andragogy and heutagogy, and meets customer needs across a variety of industries. This entry-level role focuses on the creation and delivery of curriculum and training materials, while building foundational skills in instructional design tools, evaluation methods, and project support.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of experience in teaching/training adult learners.
Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional design, human services, or related area is required.
Knowledge of multi-modality, strength-based educational approaches, group and individual instructional strategies, and training design.
Experience with Project Management software preferred and MS Office required.
Must have excellent technology skills with ability to rapidly learn new tools and systems.
A valid driver's license is required

Nice To Haves

Preferred one to three years of experience in instructional design.
Hands-on experience with Learning Management Software (LMS), with experience in Canvas preferred.
Experience with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Rise) and/or video editing software a plus.
Basic understanding of evaluation models (ADDIE, SAM, Backwards Design) and assessment design (Kirkpatrick, Philips ROI, LTEM) preferred.

Responsibilities

Participate in all aspects of curriculum development by creating engaging content, e-learning activities, training materials, training modules, and teaching aides.
Support the development of project charters to define scope, deliverables, and timelines for curriculum design projects.
Assess training needs through skill gap analyses, surveys, interviews, focus groups, and consultation with managers, instructors, or customer subject matter experts.
Evaluate, update, and/or customize existing training and curriculum to meet current training needs and industry trends.
Conduct research on specific topics to gather information needed for curriculum design.
Design and develop in-person, blended, virtual, microlearning, and mobile-first curriculum to meet customer needs and optimize training effectiveness.
Incorporate instructional techniques such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, lectures, and gamification strategies.
For each training, complete an instructional blueprint, which includes identifying sub-modules, setting learning objectives, aligning assessments to objectives, selecting instructional strategies, identifying/creating aligned materials, and estimating timing.
Develop instructional materials such as presentations with detailed facilitator notes, video content, handouts, student guides, instructor guides, quizzes and other assessments using Articulate Storyline/Rise, Canva, PowerPoint, or other similar tools.
Develop interactive e-learning experiences using a variety of authoring tools within LMS environments such as Canvas.
Adapt to and learn client-based LMS systems.
Ensure all work follows accessibility standards (ADA/508 compliance) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) best practices.
Responsibly explore and apply artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance the instructional design process, including generating draft content, creating adaptive learning pathways, personalizing learner experiences, and streamlining course development.
Evaluate AI-generated materials for accuracy, inclusivity, and alignment with adult learning (andragogy) and self-directed learning (heutagogy) principles.
Facilitate pilots, gather feedback from stakeholders, and make revisions for deliverables before final release.
Facilitate train-the-trainers to ensure facilitators deliver curriculum effectively and accurately.
Support SMEs and trainers through collaboration to strengthen instructional quality and learner engagement.
Create and conduct tutorials for technology training.
Design and implement training evaluation forms and feedback mechanisms; support collection of evaluation data for continuous improvement.
Meet and maintain a productive working relationship with clients and assist with marketing of EDSI’s services.
Manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment with strong organizational, time management, and customer service skills.
Utilize departmental project management and operating software to manage projects, track task completion, and organize work.
Continue to pursue educational opportunities in education, adult learning, organizational development, instructional design, and learning technologies.
Research and explore new and innovative learning technologies and approaches, including AI, gamification, and adaptive learning.
Provide other instructional design support as needed, including support with online credentialing, administrative tasks, and facilitation of training events