Instructional Design & Technology Specialist

Summary

Works collaboratively with members of the department, faculty, and academic and campus leadership to enhance teaching and learning through the effective integration of instructional design principles and the use of educational technology

Diversity & Inclusion 

Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Essential Job Functions

• Supports course development, offers training, and maintains the quality and effectiveness of instructional strategies across various delivery formats, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online courses
• Collaborates with faculty to design and develop new courses and revise existing ones, maintaining they meet university standards and learning outcomes
• Develops and delivers faculty development in the effective application of online tools, course design, instruction, and technology
• Consults with faculty and other department staff on the identification and implementation of appropriate technology and instructional strategies to meet student learning outcomes
• Troubleshoots and resolves matters related to instructional technologies for faculty and staff
• Provides continuous support to faculty by using the learning management system, media tools, and other technologies for teaching
• Identifies and assists in implementing innovative and effective learning techniques
• Monitors online courses to maintain they meet quality standards and deadlines
• Stays abreast of new technologies and strategies related to the implementation of instructional technologies and provides analysis and recommendations for improvement
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a master’s degree
• Moderate amount of experience working in instructional design, learning management systems, faculty support, integrating technology into teaching in an educational setting, or other related experience

Please Note:

Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Charlotte Campus location upon hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.