Job Title: Online Instructional DesignerFLSA Status: ExemptPay Grade: 102Work Days: 226Reports To: Coordinator Design Support ServicesPrimary PurposeTo provide effective online and blended learning design that aligns with best practices, leadership, professional development, technical assistance, and other related products and services for internal departments that impact campuses, districts, and charter schools that will ensure improved student academic achievement. Consult with external and internal personnel on online and blended learning course design and development.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Education/CertificationMaster’s Degree in education, instructional design, or instructional technology or equivalent, preferredSpecial Knowledge/SkillsTeam-oriented attitude and desire to work collaboratively with external clients, ESC staff campus/district/charter school personnelStrong organizational, public relations, and interpersonal skillsDeep knowledge of LMS design tools (Canvas preferred)Knowledge of research methodologies and techniques, processes and standards for planning and implementing instructional design and development, instructional technology and non-technology media, materials development, and implementation principlesKnowledge of adult learning theories, instructional strategies, curriculum development, evaluation, and learning transferKnowledge of and skills in design principles, blended and online learning, and computer applications for project management and communication purposesExpertise with word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and eLearning authoring software applications (e.g., Camtasia, Illustrator, H5P, storyline, PowerPoint)Excellent customer service and interpersonal skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsKnowledge of accessibility standards for web-based contentExperienceTwo (2) years of related training and course development experienceExperience with learning management systemsExperience with eLearning authoring toolsOnline teaching and/or instructional design, preferredTwo (2) years of teaching experience, preferredEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.
They are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job elements essential for making fair hiring and pay decisions.*This position may be partially or completely funded using grant and/or federal monies and is assigned programs to include activities designed to enhance the effective and coordinated use of funds.Actively participate in and/or provide leadership of inter-departmental teams to help improve student performance in the region, to improve the ESC’s internal operations, and meet the established goals and objectives of the ESC.Respond as the first point of contact to all stakeholders in the education communityParticipate in designated local, state, and national professional development activities and share information with ESC staff and appropriate regional personnelDevelop instructional design projects from inception to completionProvide instructional design and course development support to internal consultantsAssist in the development of course content and instructional strategies, including course materials, assessment techniques, and appropriate integration of instructional technologies and best practicesDevelop graphics, audio, video, animation, and interactive design elementsDevelop online design resources and ESC norms for designPerform online course reviews and apply design principlesResearch and recommend online learning technology solutionsPerform other duties as assignedSupervisory DutiesNoneEquipment/Specialized Software UsedComputers, projection devices, control panels in meeting rooms, printers, productivity software, software specific to the job assignment (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Articulate 360, Canvas LMS, Google Workspace, H5P, Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, TechSmith), network resources, Internet resources, and other hardware and software necessary to effectively and efficiently perform the functions of the job. Electronic messaging systems.Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors)Mental: Public relations and people skills are always required, work with frequent interruptions, and maintain professional composure and confidentiality under stress.Physical: Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Ability to move tables and chairs and load and unload boxes/materials. Prolonged use of computer.
Frequent daily and region-wide travel. (Requires employee to provide reliable transportation; mileage and expenses reimbursed in accordance with ESC Region 11 policies).Environmental: This job may qualify for a hybrid position. It may require working both in-office and remotely. The work and deliverables will drive the environment.EvaluationAnnual performance evaluation will be performed in accordance with the adopted policies of the Education Service Center Region 11.
Employment in this position is contingent upon performance, need, and funding.Revision Date: Jun 12, 202

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