Instructional Designer

Augustana University - Sioux Falls, SD

Full-time - Mid Level

Sioux Falls, SD

Educational Services

About the position

The Instructional Designer at Augustana University will collaborate with content experts to design, develop, evaluate, and revise instructional content for online and hybrid courses. This full-time role focuses on enhancing educational practices through innovative teaching methods and technology, ensuring adherence to institutional standards and accessibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support faculty members in developing or redeveloping courses based on appropriate pedagogical approaches.
• Assist in evaluating courses for adherence to institutional expectations and industry standards.
• Research and apply best practices for enhancing instructional practices and technology usage.
• Construct online, hybrid, and web-enhanced courses that adhere to industry standards.
• Collaborate with IT and the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning to provide faculty development opportunities.
• Manage and track progress on multiple design projects within budget and time parameters.
• Serve as a specialist for best practices in online, hybrid, and traditional class design.
• Research and evaluate new technologies for potential application in instruction.
• Teach online and/or hybrid courses, primarily at the graduate level.

Requirements

• Master's degree in instructional design or a closely related field with significant online teaching experience in higher education.
• Evidence of collaboration in developing effective hybrid and online learning courses that meet accreditation standards.
• Knowledge of learning management systems and emerging educational tools.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Instructional Designer certification from a reputable organization such as Online Learning Consortium or Quality Matters.