Instructional Designer
As a vital member of the Learning & Development team, the Instructional Designer is not just a role, but a calling for someone with a deep-seated passion for learning and development. This individual will not only develop instructor-led training (ILT) and innovative e-learning environments but will also be a standard-bearer of our core values: Passion in transforming learning in hospitality, Integrity in creating trustworthy and honest content, and a robust Work Ethic in the pursuit of excellence. This role is ultimately responsible for incorporating adult learning principles, and current instructional design theory.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. Additionally, the person must possess and adhere to the following core company values:
- Integrity
- Passion
- Work Ethic
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Passion for Learning & Innovation: Collaborate with the learning and development team to define instructional strategies that ignite curiosity and foster meaningful learning experiences. Your role is pivotal in ensuring our training is not only educational but also deeply engaging and inspiring.
- Integrity in Content & Design: As a guardian of our training’s integrity, you’ll work closely with subject matter experts to ensure the utmost accuracy and truthfulness of content. You’ll be entrusted with upholding the highest standards in instructional design, staying true to both the science of learning and our company’s values.
- Work Ethic in Execution & Improvement: Show exceptional dedication in planning and executing quality assurance processes, always aiming for continuous improvement. Your strong work ethic will be evident in your commitment to staying abreast of eLearning trends and ensuring our learning environments are both relevant and high-quality.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in implementing instructional design best practices, including experiential learning activities, following evidence-based methodologies and principles such as Kirkpatrick’s levels of evaluation, learner-centered approach, and the Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning (CTML)
- Advanced knowledge in theories of motivation and techniques used to improve learner engagement
- Experienced in developing and delivering differentiated instruction
- Experienced in utilizing effective needs assessment, learner analysis, and subordinate skills analysis.
- Proven experience in designing training materials in a corporate setting
- Advanced knowledge of training technologies such as mobile apps, interactive polling websites, and games
- Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills
- Travel required up to 25 % of the time.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Three years of experience as an Instructional Designer
Additional Information
- Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and personal
- Paid Holidays
- 401K with generous company match
- Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
- Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
- Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Assistance
- Military Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.)
- Advancement & development opportunities
- Community Involvement Programs
About Organization
Westgate Resorts provides a diverse range of vacation experiences. From sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean to snow-covered Utah mountains, families can affordably experience the country's most desirable vacation destinations. A world leader in the timeshare and hospitality industry, Westgate has resorts in Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, Missouri, Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. Westgate meets every vacation expectation, for every family, for every budget. As we continue growing, we will continue offering the best and most-affordable vacation options out there!