Instructional Designer

$50,418 - $53,443/Yr

Central Arizona College - Coolidge, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Coolidge, AZ

Educational Services

About the position

The Instructional Designer at Central Arizona College will enhance the educational experience by collaborating with faculty and stakeholders to improve course design and management strategies aimed at increasing student retention. This role emphasizes the application of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to create accessible instructional materials and to train faculty on best practices. The designer will integrate innovative educational technologies and pedagogical approaches to foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment for a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and implementation of professional development trainings utilizing Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess and improve course content, design, and management strategies to enhance student retention.
• Develop plans for assessing course content accessibility using UDL and other technologies to promote equity and inclusion.
• Work with IT and faculty to analyze instructional and technology needs for courses.
• Provide training for faculty and staff on distance learning best practices and instructional design methodologies.
• Integrate Blackboard and other collaborative technologies in a dynamic educational environment.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to align efforts with grant objectives and ensure successful implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in instructional design, instructional technology, or a related discipline.
• Two years of related instructional design experience in online or hybrid learning environments.
• Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and best practices for course design.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards, including WCAG.
• Experience with integrating technology in education and instructional design methodologies.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Open Educational Resources.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid holidays and vacation time