Learning Design and Technology – Instructional Designer
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Job Description And Position Requirements:
Penn State Abington is seeking a dynamic and innovative Part-Time Instructional Designer to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Online Learning and Information Technology, this role offers a hybrid working arrangement, 20-24 hours per week at a rate of $30 hourly, with at least 12 hours on-campus each week. The schedule is flexible and can be tailored to best fit both the campus needs and employee availability. The ideal candidate will support approximately 300 full-time and part-time faculty members in course design, learning management system (LMS) support, technology integration, and professional development.
Job Duties
- Provide dedicated support to adjunct and full-time faculty in instructional design, helping maintain high instructional quality.
- Collaborate with faculty to develop new courses, offering expertise in instructional strategies, course alignment, and the integration of educational technology tools.
- Support the creation and implementation of consistent course structures and templates to foster cohesive online and hybrid learning experiences.
- Consult with faculty on designing assessments that align with course outcomes and promote effective learning.
- Manage LMS administration, including providing troubleshooting support and training faculty on best practices for online course delivery.
- Assist in developing and delivering faculty training workshops on instructional technologies, pedagogical methods, and assessment tools.
- Collaborate with instructional designers from other Penn State campuses to ensure shared resources and strategies are utilized effectively.
Requirements And Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Instructional Systems, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
- Expertise in higher education pedagogy, course design, and technology integration.
- Experience in LMS management and administration, preferably with systems like Canvas.
- Strong skills in assessment design, faculty consultation, and training.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a higher education setting, working directly with faculty and academic technology.
- Familiarity with instructional design frameworks and best practices for online and hybrid course delivery.
Benefits of the Role
- Opportunity to collaborate with a network of 25+ instructional designers across Penn State’s commonwealth campuses.
- Supportive work environment with resources to foster professional growth.
- Flexible hybrid work schedule with a focus on balancing in-person and remote work.
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