IT Instructional Designer- Teaching and Learning Technologies - JR007437

$58,000 - $86,000/Yr

University of Kansas - Kansas City, KS

Full-time - Entry Level

Kansas City, KS

Educational Services

About the position

The IT Instructional Designer for Teaching and Learning Technologies at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) is a vital member of the Teaching & Learning Technologies (TLT) unit within the Information Technology Services (KITS). This role is focused on providing educational technology support to enhance the learning experience for students and faculty alike. The Instructional Designer will manage the course design and development processes, ensuring that courses are effectively aligned with the curriculum objectives. This includes evaluating course designs, troubleshooting issues, and assisting faculty in applying best practices in teaching and learning. Regular consultations with faculty will be essential to identify course goals and implement evidence-based instructional strategies that foster engaging learning environments. In collaboration with Senior Instructional Designers and the Assistant Director of Online Learning, the Instructional Designer will develop and implement successful instructional design processes. This position also involves providing training to faculty through various formats such as workshops, webinars, and video tutorials, covering topics related to online learning and the effective use of technology in instruction. The Instructional Designer will remain current on educational technology trends and innovations, integrating these developments into the school's teaching practices. Additionally, the role includes engaging in professional and scholarly activities, such as conference presentations and research studies, to contribute to the field of educational technology. This job description serves as a summary of the typical functions of the role and is not exhaustive of all possible responsibilities. The successful candidate will be expected to adapt to changing needs and priorities within the educational technology landscape.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the successful integration of teaching and learning technologies into the school's curriculum.
• Align TLT priorities, activities, and initiatives with the school's goals, strategies, and needs.
• Provide faculty with course design support in creating effective and engaging learning environments informed by desired learning outcomes.
• Consult with faculty and other stakeholders to identify course goals and applicable evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with TLT staff as well as with academic and technical support staff in other university departments.
• Develop, manage, and evaluate daily operational processes necessary for the school's educational technology needs.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Online Learning and Senior Instructional Designers to develop and implement successful instructional design processes.
• Provide training to faculty through workshops, webinars, video tutorials, etc. covering topics related to online learning, course design, and the effective use of technology in instruction.
• Assist in providing day-to-day support and troubleshooting for the various teaching and learning technologies used by the university.
• Remain current on education and technology news, developments, and tools; develop campus awareness of important trends; and effectively integrate innovations into the school's teaching and learning practices.
• Engage in professional and scholarly activities (i.e., professional association membership, conference presentations, journal publications, research studies, grant writing, etc.)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in educational technology, education, instructional design, curriculum and instruction, or related field.
• Experience coordinating complex projects and meeting deadlines.
• Experience developing accessible online content using a variety of development tools (i.e., Microsoft Office, HTML, Adobe Creative Cloud, Camtasia, Raptivity, Panopto, etc.)

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in educational technology, education, instructional design, curriculum and instruction, or related field.
• One or more years of experience as an instructional designer including work that demonstrates the application of instructional design principles and learning theory.
• One or more semesters of higher education teaching experience.
• Experience working with faculty in a health education or higher education setting to design, evaluate, and deliver quality instruction using evidence-based rubrics and standards.
• Two years of experience directly supporting content in an online learning management system (i.e., Blackboard, Canvas, D2L, Moodle, etc.).
• One year of experience training others in the effective use of technology.
• Active participation in professional associations and organizations in the field of educational technology (e.g., membership, conferences, presentations, publications, grants, etc.)

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage begins on day one.
• Health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if participating in a qualifying health plan.
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays.
• One paid discretionary day after six months of employment.
• Paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave after 12 months of employment.
• A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b).