[Remote] Instructional Designer - Remote
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University is seeking an Instructional Designer to develop instructional materials and assist in the technology-based redesign of courses. The role involves guiding faculty in course design, providing training and support, and managing projects related to instructional design and educational technology.
Responsibilities
- Guide faculty and course developers in the design, development, assessment, and timely completion of quality and compliant online courses and programs based upon best practices and internal policies for all departmental initiatives
- Serve as the primary contact for instructional design support within a designated college, department, and/or program
- Communicate regularly with faculty, provide one-to-one training sessions, and provide troubleshooting support concerning all matters related to instructional design (including, but not limited to, additional ways to support emerging tech and new initiatives)
- Complete special projects assigned by the supervisor
- Complete all assigned units of professional development or training to remain current with emerging trends in instructional design, online learning, and educational technology
- Adhere to all departmental policies and procedures
- Attend all regularly scheduled and specially called meetings with Directors
- Collaborate effectively and efficiently with other instructional designers, supervisors, and stakeholders
Skills
- Bachelor's degree plus one year of related experience; or a combination of education and/or related experience to equal 5 years
- Excellent customer service skills, ability to work for long periods of time on a computer, and ability to work independently to fulfill strategic initiatives and tasks set by Directors
- Ability to exhibit courtesy, cooperation, and professionalism
- Knowledge of LMS and various 3rd party educational partners, strong written and verbal skills, and overall knowledge of university structure
- Masters degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Online Learning, Higher Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field
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