Position Job Title: Course Developer - Project Management
Location: Niagara Falls, Ontario
Reports To: Director, Centre for Teaching Excellence

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Experience designing curriculum aligned with PMP/PMBOK standards and industry-relevant learning outcomes.
• Skilled in managing and structuring courses within Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as D2L Brightspace, Moodle, or Canvas.
• Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and accessibility practices in line with Ontario postsecondary education standards.
• Experienced in applying pedagogical frameworks such as Bloom’s Taxonomy, backward design, and constructivist approaches to course development.
• Competent in implementing the flipped classroom model and blended learning strategies to support learner engagement and self-directed learning.
• Data Analysis And Reporting
• Gather and incorporate feedback from stakeholders to enhance courseware effectiveness.
• Assist In the development of appropriate metrics and data recording process for CTE goals and deliverables.
• Create and maintain documentation for customizations, integrations, and technical processes.
• Ensure data security and compliance with relevant regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• PhD in Business Administration, Management, Project Management, Business Process Design or a related field. In addition, a minimum Masters or PHD from an accredited institution with 5 years of professional work experience in business strategy, leadership, or decision-making roles is required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in online course development, the instructional design process, or curriculum design in a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in adult learning theories and assessment strategies.
• Proficiency with course development tools, learning management systems (e.g., Brightspace, Canvas, Blackboard).
• Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, AODA) and experience designing inclusive learning environments.
• Knowledge of copyright and intellectual property issues related to educational materials and online content.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The University of Niagara Falls Canada is in search of a versatile and experienced Courseware developer. As a courseware developer you will report to the Director: Centre for Teaching Excellence (CTE) and work closely with the developing CTE team, including the Senior Instructional Designer, and other academic and administrative units across the UNF community, in the development of interactive and research-grounded multimedia educational elements in UNF courses and programs. The collaborative nature of this work necessitates that the courseware developer must have excellent soft skills to work effectively on project teams to support course and program development. Coupled with these collaborative skills, the courseware developer will bring with them the ability to use their knowledge to innovate, work independently on multiple projects at one time, and lead the CTE team in its development of best practice multimedia development and data gathering strategies to support the advancement of UNF and its technologically grounded programs. They will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot technical issues and be proactive in their approach to identifying and addressing potential challenges. Course Developer Per course rate: $7,200 (paid in installments 10 week contract)

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Design and develop interactive and engaging courseware aligned with instructional objectives.
• Create and develop course materials and curriculum that aligns with the learning objectives.
• Design and develop interactive e-learning modules, videos, simulations, and assessments.
• Utilize eLearning authoring tools to create multimedia-rich content.
• Integrate multimedia elements, including graphics, animations, and videos, to enhance courseware interactivity.
• Manage multiple courseware development projects concurrently.
• Conduct comprehensive quality assurance reviews to validate accuracy, completeness, and adherence to course design standards.
• Develop project plans, track progress, and meet project deadlines.
• Work closely with the project team to understand training needs, objectives, and project timelines.
• Participate in project meetings, providing insights on courseware development strategies.
• Continuously research and stay abreast of industry trends, emerging educational technologies, and instructional design methodologies where relevant.
• Apply innovative approaches to courseware development to enhance the overall learning experience.
• Ensure compatibility and responsiveness across various devices and platforms.
• Ensure accessibility and responsive design for all elements integrated in the LMS.
• Centre For Teaching Excellence
• Collaborate with CTE colleagues to develop and build courses, workshops, and interactives to support faculty development.
• Support the overall mission of CTE to support the development of programs, courses, and faculty support at UNF.
• In collaboration with CTE colleagues, represent CTE in program development project teams.