Part-Time/Contracted Instructional Designer

American International College - Springfield, MA

Part-time - Entry Level

Springfield, MA

1,001-5,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Instructional Designer at American International College is a part-time contracted role focused on collaborating with faculty to design and develop engaging online and hybrid courses. The position emphasizes creating instructional materials that align with academic standards and support diverse learning styles, while ensuring compliance with accessibility standards. The role also includes providing technical support and training for faculty in the use of the learning management system (Canvas).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty members to design and structure courses, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes and academic standards.
• Develop engaging learning materials, including multimedia content and assessments.
• Review existing courses to identify areas for improvement in content delivery and learner engagement.
• Ensure all course materials comply with accessibility standards and support inclusive learning environments.
• Provide guidance and training to faculty on the use of the learning management system (Canvas) and educational technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field (preferred).
• Master's degree in Instructional Design.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in instructional design or course development for higher education.
• Demonstrated experience designing courses in an online or hybrid format.