Edtech.com's Summary

Vermont State University Online is hiring an Instructional Designer to develop online source courses using Canvas and ensure all materials meet accessibility and regulatory standards. The role involves collaborating with Subject Matter Experts, adhering to development timelines, and providing progress updates to program administration.

Highlights

Design online courses in Canvas following VTSU Online standards and templates.
Ensure course materials comply with WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility and other regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to create effective online learning experiences.
Apply evidence-based instructional design theories and methods.
Provide regular progress updates to the Assistant Vice President of Online Program Administration.
Maintain confidentiality and recognize VTSU ownership of all course materials.
Strong knowledge of online learning principles, adult learning theory, and instructional design best practices.
Master's degree or equivalent experience with at least eight years of online teaching experience in higher education.
Compensation is $1000 per credit.
Work is on a per-course contract basis with variable durations and follows a hybrid work model.

Instructional Designer Full Description

Instructional Designer

Job Category: Professional Administrative

Requisition Number: INSTR003885

Part-Time
Hybrid
Locations
Showing 1 location
Castleton, VT 05735, USA
Randolph Center, VT 05061, USA
Williston, VT 05495, U
Lyndonville, VT 05851, USA
Johnson, VT 05656, USA

Job Details

Description

Instructional Designer

Non Bargaining
Exempt

Vermont State University Online seeks Instructional Designer(s) to develop online source courses on a per‑course basis. Multiple individuals may be hired from this posting. Contracts will be offered as temporary work assignments of varying duration(s).

Key responsibilities:

Design identified source courses in Canvas using the approved VTSU Online Canvas template that adhere to the VTSU Online Standards and program requirements.
Ensure all course materials and learning activities meet accessibility requirements, including WCAG 2.1 AA and other regulatory compliance standards.
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to design and deliver effective and engaging online learning experiences; apply evidence-based instructional design theories and methods in course development.
Follow the agreed‑upon development timeline and complete revisions during the defined revision period based on VTSU feedback.
Provide regular progress updates to the Assistant Vice President of Online Program Administration (or designee).
Acknowledge that all work is confidential and proprietary to VTSU and that all course materials are owned by VTSU.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Strong knowledge of online learning principles, learning theories, and instructional design best practices.
Must be familiar with identified discipline for the course(s) to shape academic content and programmatic assessment requirements.
Demonstrated expertise in adult learning theory and its application in online learning environments.
Excellent communicator and collaborator

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree from an accredited institution or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills can be derived
8 years online teaching experience in higher education

Compensation - $1000 per credit

Location - Hybrid

This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the individual positions assigned to the classification. Other duties as assigned are anticipated and expected.

Vermont State University is a part of the Vermont State Colleges System (VSCS). VSCS values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VSCS strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VSCS is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact our HR office for assistance with accommodations at humanresources@vermontstate.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Original Job Description

Instructional Designer

Job Category: Professional Administrative

Requisition Number: INSTR003885

Part-Time
Hybrid
Locations
Showing 1 location
Castleton, VT 05735, USA
Randolph Center, VT 05061, USA
Williston, VT 05495, U
Lyndonville, VT 05851, USA
Johnson, VT 05656, USA

Job Details

Description

Instructional Designer

Non Bargaining
Exempt

Key responsibilities:

Design identified source courses in Canvas using the approved VTSU Online Canvas template that adhere to the VTSU Online Standards and program requirements.
Ensure all course materials and learning activities meet accessibility requirements, including WCAG 2.1 AA and other regulatory compliance standards.
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to design and deliver effective and engaging online learning experiences; apply evidence-based instructional design theories and methods in course development.
Follow the agreed‑upon development timeline and complete revisions during the defined revision period based on VTSU feedback.
Provide regular progress updates to the Assistant Vice President of Online Program Administration (or designee).
Acknowledge that all work is confidential and proprietary to VTSU and that all course materials are owned by VTSU.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Strong knowledge of online learning principles, learning theories, and instructional design best practices.
Must be familiar with identified discipline for the course(s) to shape academic content and programmatic assessment requirements.
Demonstrated expertise in adult learning theory and its application in online learning environments.
Excellent communicator and collaborator

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree from an accredited institution or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills can be derived
8 years online teaching experience in higher education

Compensation - $1000 per credit

Location - Hybrid

Let me find your next job.

Thanks - you're signed up.

Instructional Designer

Edtech.com's Summary