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Alvernia University · 2 months ago

Instructional Designer

Reading, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Alvernia University is seeking a creative and collaborative Instructional Designer to partner with faculty in designing engaging, accessible, and pedagogically sound courses, primarily for online and hybrid delivery. The role involves collaborating with faculty to develop instructional materials, assessments, and multimedia content while applying instructional design best practices to create exceptional learning environments for diverse learners.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborate with faculty to design, develop, and revise online, hybrid, and technology-enhanced courses

Partner with subject matter experts to translate course objectives into clear, measurable learning outcomes

Design course deliverables such as learning activities, assignments, assessments, rubrics, and multimedia content

Develop interactive and engaging instructional materials, including videos, simulations, discussion prompts, and self-check exercises

Apply learning science and instructional design best practices to create engaging, student-centered learning experiences

Integrate a variety of delivery modes and instructional tools to support diverse learning styles

Ensure courses meet accessibility and quality standards

Evaluate and revise course materials based on student feedback, assessment data, and evolving best practices

Stay current with emerging educational technologies and recommend innovative solutions for teaching and learning

Support the evaluation and continuous improvement of instructional design processes and materials

Manage Online Peer Review

Qualification

Instructional DesignEducational TechnologyCourse DevelopmentLearning Management SystemsMultimedia Creation ToolsPedagogyAccessibility StandardsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsProject Management Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field

Demonstrated experience designing and developing courses, including creation of instructional materials, activities, and assessments

Experience designing courses for online, hybrid, or technology-enhanced delivery

Strong understanding of instructional pedagogy and learning theories

Proficiency with LMS platforms and common educational technologies

Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills

Preferred

Master's degree in Instructional Design or related discipline

Experience in higher education or working closely with faculty and subject matter experts

Familiarity with accessibility standards and universal design for learning (UDL)

Experience with multimedia creation tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Camtasia)

Benefits

Robust Health Coverage: Choose from three offered medical plans, plus dental and vision.

Financial Security: Enjoy University-paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability, with options for short-term disability and supplemental coverage for you and your family (including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans). Flexible spending accounts are also available.

Exceptional Retirement: Start saving immediately with our 403(b) Retirement Plan. You'll get 100% immediate vesting, a University gift contribution, and a generous match up to 5% of your deferrals.

Time Off & Flexibility: Take advantage of 18 paid holidays each year and the possibility of flexible or hybrid work options for many roles.

Invest in Your Future: Enjoy tuition remission benefits for yourself and your dependents.

On-Campus Wellness: Benefit-eligible employees on our main campus receive free access to our Medical & Counseling Center.

Company

Alvernia University

Alvernia University is a school in Reading.

Founded in 1958

Reading, Pennsylvania, USA

51-200 employees

http://www.alvernia.edu/

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