Penn State University · 8 hours ago
Instructional Designer
Penn State Berks
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$51K/yr - $74K/yr
1+ years expPenn State University is seeking an Instructional Designer to support faculty instructional design needs at the Penn State Berks campus. The role involves partnering with faculty to enhance courses, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards, and providing consultations on instructional technologies.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Partner with faculty to design and enhance courses using effective learning strategies, multimedia, and educational technologies
Ensure compliance with accessibility standards and copyright guidelines
Provide one-on-one consultations and faculty support for instructional technologies and pedagogical best practices
Organize and lead professional development sessions and onboard new faculty on instructional tools
Research and recommend new instructional technologies, tools, and instructional approaches, including accessibility tools
Serve as a liaison with university-wide teaching and learning initiatives
Qualification
Required
Strong collaboration and consulting skills with faculty and staff
Expertise in multimedia development tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Photoshop, Premiere, Camtasia, and/or Kaltura Mediaspace
Familiarity with learning management systems (Canvas preferred)
Technical and pedagogical proficiency in creating e-learning content
Basic HTML knowledge and an understanding of graphic design principles
Experience with photography and multimedia production
Solid grasp of instructional design best practices for online, hybrid, and synchronous learning environments
Excellent project management and organizational skills
Ability to supervise student workers when needed
Experience with accessibility standards and tools
Creative problem-solving and a passion for innovative teaching solutions
Master's Degree
1+ years of relevant experience
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Hamza Jamjoom
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Kara Pytko
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