Community College of Rhode Island · 5 hours ago
Instructional Designer
Warwick, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $83K/yr
5+ years expThe Community College of Rhode Island is the state's only associate degree-granting institution, dedicated to providing affordable, high-quality education. The Instructional Designer will work collaboratively with faculty and staff to design and assess courses, facilitate professional development, and foster effective teaching methodologies in various learning environments.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college
Work collaboratively with others and provide high-quality customer service in a diverse and inclusive environment
Designs student-centered and faculty-supported professional development focused on closing equity gaps
Demonstrated commitment to learning environments that contain culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy
Demonstrated thorough knowledge and understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning
Evaluates innovative and effective teaching practices working with faculty in groups or one-on-one to improve course design alignment and effective learning strategies
Develops and delivers professional development (e.g., courses, workshops, webinars, and consultations) in those teaching practices
Creates eLearning instructional resources (e.g., Articulate Rise courses, motion graphics, interactive infographics, job aids, guides, video, and audio content) for AGILE rapid prototyping
Understands online course quality using OSCQR and/or QM rubrics
Experience working with large datasets and program assessment
Applies WCAG accessibility standards to instructional materials
Communicates complex ideas visually
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with diverse audiences
Additional responsibilities as directed by the supervisor, consistent with rank and position
Demonstrated knowledge of Universal Design for Learning
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive and culturally responsive teaching strategies and practices
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or other closely related field
Minimum of five years of relevant instructional design, faculty development, or similar work experience at the college level
Thorough and demonstrable knowledge of college-level and adult learning best practices
Strong familiarity with Blackboard Learn/Ultra Learning Management System (LMS)
Preferred
Strong background in multi-media, including scripting, video production, and post-production
Experience working in a higher education setting, particularly a community college
Working knowledge of various Learning Management Systems
Demonstrated experience working with a diverse group of adult learners
Demonstrated ability to work independently with strong time management and project management skills
Company
Community College of Rhode Island
Community College of Rhode Island is a school in Warwick.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$12.1MKey Investors
Lowe's FoundationStrada Education NetworkU.S. Department of Education
2025-07-18Grant· $1M
2022-11-17Grant· $0.4M
2021-11-12Grant· $7.4M
Leadership Team
Gregory W. LaPointe
Vice President for Student Affairs and Chief Outcomes Officer
Jennie Johnson
Vice President, Division of Workforce Partnerships
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