Instructional Designer
Location: East Hartford, CT - East Hartford, CT 06118
Description
The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population
in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our
innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while
promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing
university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and
administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and
personal potential.
Position Description Summary/Purpose :
This position provides pedagogical support and related technology to faculty,
including online courses and materials that reinforce student satisfaction
with active and adaptive collaborative learning; student success; and
retention of a diverse population of learners. This position works closely
with the administration, chairs, program directors, faculty, human resources,
communications, library, and website team.
Please note that this position is located inEast Hartford, CT and cannot
be performed on a fully remote basis.
Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities :
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as
illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission
of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if
the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)
Working collaboratively with the Online team group, the Instructional
Designer continuously monitors and investigates new and existing learning
techniques, and products analyze educational technology trends and reports
on the latest innovations in the use and delivery of online learning.
Collaborate with academic departments to identify, develop & deliver new
online degree programs.
Serves as an in-house expert on instructional design methodologies,
continuously monitoring the latest innovations in the field and the
performance of new products.
Follows national trends, state and federal regulation and accreditation
standards to ensure compliance including state authorization.
Evaluate instructional methodologies and technologies used in online
learning to promote continuous improvement.
Participants in online faculty board; coordinates implements and ongoing
modification of online education guidelines.
Writes effective copy, instructional text, audio scripts, and video
scripts.
Works with faculty members and Subject Matter Experts to apply
instructional design technologies/techniques to the organization and
development of new course/learning materials.
Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are
followed.
Other Functions :
Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation
dictates.
Continues professional development and training; keeps current with
trends.
Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.
Knowledge, Ability and Skill :
Solid interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work on cross
functional teams in both leadership and member roles;
Strong presentation, writing and research skills;
Proven ability to work in complex, collaborative environments;
Strong written and verbal communications skills;
Ability to think out of the box and find creative, unorthodox solutions
when needed;
Must be able to prioritize and handle multiple assignments simultaneously;
Self-motivated and an independent thinker who can meet deadlines, deal
with conflicting priorities and have very strong interpersonal skills;
Ability to solicit cooperation from persons and departments throughout the
University;
Knowledge of educational technologies used for online learning;
Knowledge of online teaching & learning best practices, theories, systems,
& design;
Knowledge of the Quality Matters rubric & course review process;
Ability to work with ethnically, culturally, and socially diverse
students, staff, faculty, and other constituencies required.
Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and
policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an
environment in which all members of the University community are treated
with respect and dignity.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications :
Education, Training and Experience :
2+ years of Instructional Design experience
Master's degree in instructional/educational technology or related field;
Experience developing & supporting online degree programs;
Experience administering Canvas or another LMS;
Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with
College faculty, corporate clients and vendors.
Higher education teaching experience preferred.
Physical and Mental Requirements :
Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Outdoor Weather Conditions X
Work with fumes or airborne particles X
Work near moving mechanical parts X
Risk of electrical shock X
Vibration X
Physical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Standing X
Walking X
Sitting X
Talking & Hearing X
Using hands/fingers to handle/feel X
Climbing or balancing X
Bending, pulling, pushing X
Driving X
Lifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds X
Up to 25 pounds X
Up to 50 pounds X
Up to 75 pounds X
Up to 100 pounds X
Over 100 pounds X
Vision Requirements:
X Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)
X Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and
down or
left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge
distances and
spatial relationships)
No special vision requirements
Full-Time Employee Benefits:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k employer match
Employee & dependent life insurance
Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
PTO program
Flexible work schedules / work from home opportunities
(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between
Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions
and is subject to change by The University as the needs of The University and
requirements of the job change.)
