J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Instructional Designer
Canvas
LMS
Edtech.com's Summary
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College is hiring a part-time Instructional Designer. The Instructional Designer will provide expert support to faculty in designing engaging, accessible, and pedagogically sound courses, creating model course templates to ensure consistent, high-quality learning experiences.
Highlights
- Provide instructional design support to faculty for course development.
- Create model courses that serve as templates for quality learning.
- Require knowledge of Canvas or similar LMS, teaching and learning theories for adult learners, instructional design theories, assessment, and evaluation.
- Must be skilled in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, communication tools, multimedia authoring, and Web 2.0 tools.
- Demonstrated project management skills to handle multiple tasks and projects effectively.
- Effective oral and written communication abilities, with teamwork capabilities in a diverse environment.
- Part-time position with approximately 20 hours per week, wage up to $25/hour.
- Position budgeted through June 30, 2026, without state benefits, limited to 29 hours per week or 1,500 hours annually.
- The role is nonexempt and falls under E-Paraprofessional EEO category.
- Serves faculty and students at one of Virginia’s largest community colleges with multiple campus locations.
Instructional Designer Full Description
Instructional Designer
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
This is a part-time hourly position without state benefits. Wage employees are restricted to working approximately 29 hours per week or less, not to exceed 1,500 hours annually.
This position is budgeted through 6/30/2026.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
This position is budgeted through 6/30/2026.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title | Instructional Designer
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 283W0945
Agency | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Division | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)
Work Location | Henrico - 087
Hiring Range | Salary commensurate with experience; $25/hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | E-Paraprofessional
Full Time or Part Time | Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | Hours as assigned; approximately 20 hours per week.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
As Reynolds strives to enhance the quality and accessibility of our educational offerings, the need for expert instructional design support has become increasingly critical. Faculty members are tasked with both content delivery and course development, often without the specialized skills or time required to design courses that are engaging, accessible, and pedagogically sound.
The part-time Instructional Designer will bridge this gap, offering targeted support to faculty in the creation of model courses that can serve as templates for consistent, high-quality learning experiences.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Knowledge of Canvas or similar LMS . Knowledge of teaching and learning theories for adult learners. Knowledge of instructional design theories and applications. Knowledge of assessment and evaluation. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products, the Google workspace, synchronous and asynchronous communication applications, multimedia authoring tools, and knowledge of Web 2.0 tools. Demonstrated ability in project management, including conception, design, planning, implementation, and in managing multiple tasks and projects. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and to work as a part of a diverse team in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment
Additional Considerations |
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | None
Role Title | Education Support Spec III
Role Code | 29144-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 04
Position Number | 283W0945
Agency | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Division | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)
Work Location | Henrico - 087
Hiring Range | Salary commensurate with experience; $25/hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | E-Paraprofessional
Full Time or Part Time | Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | Hours as assigned; approximately 20 hours per week.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
As Reynolds strives to enhance the quality and accessibility of our educational offerings, the need for expert instructional design support has become increasingly critical. Faculty members are tasked with both content delivery and course development, often without the specialized skills or time required to design courses that are engaging, accessible, and pedagogically sound.
The part-time Instructional Designer will bridge this gap, offering targeted support to faculty in the creation of model courses that can serve as templates for consistent, high-quality learning experiences.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Knowledge of Canvas or similar LMS . Knowledge of teaching and learning theories for adult learners. Knowledge of instructional design theories and applications. Knowledge of assessment and evaluation. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products, the Google workspace, synchronous and asynchronous communication applications, multimedia authoring tools, and knowledge of Web 2.0 tools. Demonstrated ability in project management, including conception, design, planning, implementation, and in managing multiple tasks and projects. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and to work as a part of a diverse team in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment
Additional Considerations |
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | None
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | WGE_3037P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 02/23/2026
Job Close Date | 03/07/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.reynolds.edu
Contact Name |
Email |
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants | This is a part-time hourly position without state benefits. Wage employees are restricted to working approximately 29 hours per week or less, not to exceed 1,500 hours annually.
This position is budgeted through 6/30/2026.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/93834
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 02/23/2026
Job Close Date | 03/07/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.reynolds.edu
Contact Name |
Email |
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants | This is a part-time hourly position without state benefits. Wage employees are restricted to working approximately 29 hours per week or less, not to exceed 1,500 hours annually.
This position is budgeted through 6/30/2026.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/93834
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcript 2
- Alternative Hiring Process Lett
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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