Instructional Designer

Wilmington University - New Castle, DE

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - New Castle, DE

Educational Services

About the position

The Instructional Designer position at Wilmington University is a full-time role within the Online and Educational Technology Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing online courses that cater to adult learners in higher education. This role requires a Master's Degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field, along with sufficient experience in higher education, either as faculty or administrator. The Instructional Designer will engage with a diverse group of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Program Chairs, and the online learning team to facilitate effective communication and collaboration in course development. The position emphasizes the importance of creating an inclusive and supportive work environment that values diversity and the contributions of all employees. The Instructional Designer will utilize instructional design principles to create engaging online courses, ensuring that course materials align with learning objectives and are suitable for an online learning environment. Staying updated on current trends and advancements in online education and adult learning methodologies is crucial. The role also involves coordinating multiple projects concurrently, implementing effective project management strategies, and demonstrating critical thinking skills to address departmental needs related to online course development. The Instructional Designer will be expected to proactively identify challenges and provide innovative solutions to ensure the smooth execution of online learning initiatives. Additionally, the position requires flexibility in working hours, as some evenings and weekends may be necessary to meet departmental needs. Overall, this position is integral to enhancing the quality of online education at Wilmington University, fostering an inclusive environment for all students, faculty, and staff, and contributing to the university's mission of providing high-quality educational experiences.

Responsibilities

• Engage with a diverse group of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Program Chairs, and the online learning team to facilitate effective communication and collaboration in the design, development, and implementation of online courses.
• Foster an inclusive and cooperative environment to leverage the expertise of various stakeholders in creating high-quality online educational content.
• Utilize instructional design principles to create engaging and effective online courses for adult learners in higher education.
• Work closely with SMEs to incorporate subject-specific pedagogy, ensuring course materials are aligned with learning objectives and are suitable for an online learning environment.
• Stay abreast of current trends and advancements in online education and adult learning methodologies.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of industry technology tools and trends relevant to online education.
• Coordinate multiple projects concurrently, ensuring they meet high-quality standards and are delivered within tight deadlines.
• Implement effective project management strategies to organize tasks, allocate resources efficiently, and streamline the course development process.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills to address departmental and faculty needs related to online course development and maintenance.
• Proactively identify potential challenges and provide innovative solutions to ensure the smooth execution of online learning initiatives.
• Promote and foster an inclusive and diverse environment for all students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Sufficient experience in higher education as faculty and/or administrator.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, computer operations, customer service, and organization skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to work with diverse populations.
• Self-directed and able to make decisions independently as well as work successfully in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Canvas, and/or other Learning Management Systems.
• Familiar with curriculum development, web design, and editing web content for grammar, spelling, context, and effective instruction.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity in the workplace and a commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment that values the contributions of all employees.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in any situation.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (403b)
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Education benefits