Behavioral Science Department at Daemen University ยท 23 hours ago
Instructional Designer
Amherst,NY,US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelDaemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student-centered learning. The Instructional Designer plays a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience by collaborating with faculty to create effective and accessible courses and programs.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborate with faculty members in the development or conversion of courses for online, hybrid, and HyFlex learning modalities including the selection of appropriate technological, instructional, and assessment strategies while meeting the objectives of the course and honoring the academic goals of the institution
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to identify, design, and develop course materials and assets using the Backward Design model while managing course development projects
Actively review existing courses and offer recommendations for continued refinement based on best practices in synchronous and asynchronous learning
Develop online lesson materials using faculty content, other instructional content, software applications (e.g. Articulate 360, Camtasia, etc), and our Learning Management System (Blackboard)
Support faculty as needed in the use of instructional technology in developing courses
Aid faculty in preparing proposed and existing online courses for quality review using the Quality Matters (QM) Higher Ed Rubric
Provide timely formative feedback and assistance to faculty to enhance face-to-face, HyFlex, hybrid, and online courses
Recommend innovative design, format, and/or technological changes to further engage learners
Effectively lead instructional workshops and presentations on innovative strategies to enhance teaching and learning
Collaborate with faculty on developing engaging content (e.g., video, audio, and/or interactive)
Manage project timelines for instructional design projects
Stay informed about instructional technologies and curricular best practices
Assist with accessibility needs in keeping with the Americans with Disabilities Act
Support and stay informed in the area of Universal Design for Learning
Serve on the Quality in Online Education Committee (QOnEc)
Take initiative to create user guides, tutorials, and other resources as 'on-demand' references for faculty and staff
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related disciplines
Experience with course design aimed at actively engaging students and meeting the needs of adult learners preferred
Experience with conducting online course reviews and communicating results and recommendations
Familiarity with common instructional design principles and best practices (e.g., ADDIE, Integrated or Backwards Design, formative feedback, etc.)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and independently as needed
Proficiency with Content or Learning Management Systems (e.g. Blackboard)
Expertise in MS Office and Google Drive
Experience working on project teams to accomplish tasks and milestones as delineated and expected
Preferred
Masters degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technologies, or related disciplines
Experience in higher education with a fluency in pedagogical modalities
Experience teaching in an online, hybrid, or HyFlex experience
Experience as a functional administrator for an LMS system including proficiency in their administration, customization, and support preferably Anthology Blackboard Ultra
Experience with the Quality Matters (QM) Higher Education Rubric
Benefits
Health insurance with an option of two plans: an HSA plan with the deductible partially funded by employer HSA contributions, or a copay plan.
Dental insurance through the Guardian network.
Vision insurance through the Guardian network, and an option between the VSP or Davis plans.
An 8% employer contribution to the retirement savings account when employees contribute just 5%.
Fully paid long term disability insurance, guaranteed-issue life insurance for new hires up to a volume of $150,000.
Tuition waiver for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. Entrance in Tuition Exchange scholarship opportunities to pursue education at other institutions.
Generous time off for administrative and staff employees.
Company
Behavioral Science Department at Daemen University
We promote individual and societal well-being through culturally responsive education, research, and collaboration in the classroom and community.
Founded in 2016Buffalo, New York, US
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase