Instructional Designer and Professional Development Coordinator

$85,715 - $113,009/Yr

California Department of Education - Visalia, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Visalia, CA

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

Sequoias Community College District serves a diverse community of learners and is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution. Sequoias Community College District provides a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, career, and technical programs for our students. We seek candidates who exhibit an understanding and commitment to the community college mission, who are dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, and who have a passion for student success. Sequoias Community College District is seeking candidates who are qualified and equity-minded to fill a full-time, tenure-track faculty position for Instructional Design and Professional Development in Academic Services beginning August 2025.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and refine new faculty mentoring program, onboarding, workshops, and support systems on a regular basis.
• Engage in data inquiry and self-assessment to develop strategies for student success, persistence, and equity.
• Create, promote, and lead professional development training opportunities related to instructional design, including but not limited to student-centered instruction, Universal Design for Learning, accessibility, pedagogy, technology, and equitable practices in all modalities of instruction.
• Apply current principles of instructional design, learning theories, WCAG, and ADA guidelines to support faculty in the creation of course shells and course materials that align with learning objectives and institutional goals.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administration to plan, design, document, develop, and test new and revised courses that integrate technology into the curriculum.
• Facilitate and support faculty adoption of OER/ZTC course materials emphasizing accessibility, copyright compliance, and other legal standards for course content and materials.
• Attend Educational Technology Committee, Distance Education Committee, Faculty Enrichment Committee, and Instructional Council in an advisory capacity.
• Collaborate with Faculty Enrichment Chairs and other representative stakeholders to support enrichment opportunities for professional development.
• Manage assigned budgets and ensure compliance with related regulations.
• Provide regular instructional consultation/office hours to promote effective course design.
• Attend relevant conferences, trainings, and seminars to maintain a current knowledge base.
• Research and pursue grant opportunities for instructional and professional development programs.
• Design and produce materials in a variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, video, animation and multimedia hardware/software to support teaching and learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's in instructional design/technology, educational technology, or closely related field.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional experience in instructional design, curriculum development or educational technology in higher education that promotes the success of marginalized students.
• Experience in online and in-person learning theories and technologies, including design of courses characterized by innovation in instructional design.
• Experience designing and leading professional development.
• Understanding of Online Education Initiative (OEI) course design rubric and best practices in distance education.
• Competency in utilization of learning management systems (e.g., Canvas).
• Commitment to promoting equity, inclusion, and accessibility in educational design, and culturally responsive and anti-racist teaching perspectives.
• Knowledge of the mission and goals of the California Community College system.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support the work of engagement with a diverse faculty and student population.
• Familiarity with emerging trends and technologies such as AI in instructional design and educational technology.
• Experience working collaboratively with administration, faculty, or staff on the development of courses and/or professional trainings.
• Experience with institutional service or participatory governance in a higher education setting (e.g., committees and taskforces).