Pay Range
USD $30.76 - USD $30.76 /Hr.
Overview
The Instructional Designer I (Temporary) position provides expertise to faculty, staff, and subject matter experts in course design and creation, incorporating best practices in pedagogy, methodology, use of digital content, and course outcomes.
This position will be dedicated to microcredential development divided between three projects:
1. Advancing the Industry with Microcredentials (AIM) Grant
2. RECI-CODES Grant
3. Construction Engineering Management Microcredentials
Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be an option subject to Clarkson University rules, regulations, and policies.
Your primary residence must be in one of the following states to work remotely:
Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Indiana, Missouri, Virginia, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, and Wisconsin.
Responsibilities
* Assist and support faculty, staff, and subject matter experts in designing, revising, implementing, and assessing instructional strategies, course materials, assessment techniques, and appropriate integration of instructional technologies that engage students and promote increased retention and student success.
* Design and produce learning materials in a variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, video, animation, and multimedia to support teaching, learning, and University information needs.
* Provide assistance to faculty in technology tools and methods, use of instructional software, and effective uses of multimedia.
* Design, develop, and deliver workshops and training to faculty and staff in the use of instructional technologies and educational best practices.
* Maintain knowledge of current trends in instructional methods and theory, assessment techniques, and teaching tools and technologies.
* Help to test and implement the use of emerging learning technologies.
Qualifications
Education:
Minimal Qualifications: A master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related discipline, Quality Matters Peer Reviewer Certification.
Preferred Qualification: A PhD or other terminal degree in Instructional Design, Learning Experience Design, or related field.
Experience:
Minimal Experience: At least three years of progressive, related experience in a higher education environment, experience developing microcredentials for both higher education audiences and the general public.
Preferred Experience: Experience developing microcredentials for the construction and/or manufacturing industry.
Essential Skills
* Thorough knowledge of instructional design theory and practice required.
* Experience designing and implementing assessment of student learning.
* Passion for learning and employing technology to advance teaching, learning, and scholarship.
* Experience with several of the following: LMS administration and support; instruction and instructional design; media production and post-production; accessibility and assistive technology; distance and hybrid learning; and web development technologies.
* Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to clearly and effectively communicate technical information.
* Ability to build rapport with diverse campus constituencies.
* Strong customer service skills with a true desire to help students and fellow employees.
* Broad-based experience working in information technology.
* Excellent critical thinking skills.
* Familiarity with ethical and legal guidelines that govern online education.
* Teaching experience in higher education a plus.
Physical Demands
The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Health & Safety
Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others, and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.
Disclaimer Statement
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.
EEO Statement
Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.
All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records).
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