The George Washington University
Instructional Designer, College of Professional Studies
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Arlington, VA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $58K - $79K
💻 Instructional Design
🗓️ July 8th, 2025
Blackboard
Canva
Edtech.com's Summary
George Washington University is hiring an Instructional Designer for the College of Professional Studies. The role involves designing, creating, and evaluating online courses in collaboration with faculty and program directors, ensuring adherence to Quality Matters standards and institutional guidelines. The Instructional Designer also integrates pedagogical tools to enhance student engagement and stays updated on instructional design trends and technologies.
Highlights
- Collaborate with faculty and program directors to develop accessible and engaging online courses.
- Apply instructional design models to create course materials aligned with learning outcomes.
- Develop interactive learning activities, multimedia content, and assessments.
- Ensure course compliance with Quality Matters standards and institutional policies.
- Advise on pedagogical strategies to improve student engagement and learning.
- Stay informed on emerging instructional design trends and technologies.
- Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (Blackboard) and educational technologies like Canva and video editing tools preferred.
- Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years relevant experience, with a Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
- Strong project management, communication, and collaboration skills required.
- Salary range: $57,553.66 - $79,165.63 annually, with comprehensive healthcare and retirement benefits.
Instructional Designer, College of Professional Studies Full Description
Instructional Designer, College of Professional Studies
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Posting Details
I. JOB OVERVIEW
Job Description Summary: | At the George Washington University’s College of Professional Studies, you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of experts from across disciplines and backgrounds, who will challenge you to rethink assumptions, test your ideas, and look at ways to make the greatest impact. Here, you’ll learn how to use your skills to make an impact that ripples outward through industries and communities, elevating your career trajectory and connecting you to corners of the world you never thought possible.
In support of this mission, the Instructional Designer, College of Professional Studiessupports the design, creation, and evaluation of online courses in consultation with faculty and program directors. This position reports to the Assistant Director, Instructional Design and collaborates with the instructional design and wider academic programs team to support development and continuous improvement of online degree programs at the college under direction of the Director, Academic Programs and Experiential Learning.
Responsibilities include:
Collaborate with faculty subject matter experts and program directors to design and develop engaging, accessible online courses.Apply instructional design models to create course materials that support learning outcomes.Develop interactive learning activities, multimedia content, and assessments aligned with course objectives.Ensure course design aligns with Quality Matters (QM) standards and institutional guidelines for online and hybrid learning.Advise on the integration of pedagogical tools and strategies to enhance student engagement and learning.Review emerging trends, research, and technologies in instructional design and higher education.
This position performs other work related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
This is a hybrid position with some days remote and some days in-person in Arlington, Virginia or Washington, DC or other area centers.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: |
Preferred Qualifications: | To thrive in this role, the ideal candidate will bring a blend of the following strengths and experiences:At least two years of professional experience related to course development and/or teaching, preferably in a higher education setting.Master’s degree in education, instructional design, or a closely related field preferred.Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard) and other educational technologies (e.g., Canva, video editing tools, screen capture software, interactive content platforms).Knowledge of accessibility standards, Quality Matters, and/or adult learning theory preferred,Ability to be proactive and highly organized. Strong project management skills are highly desired. Able to learn and implement tools to improve these skills.Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and cross-functional teams.
Hiring Range | $57,553.66 - $79,165.63
GW Staff Approach to Pay | How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
In support of this mission, the Instructional Designer, College of Professional Studiessupports the design, creation, and evaluation of online courses in consultation with faculty and program directors. This position reports to the Assistant Director, Instructional Design and collaborates with the instructional design and wider academic programs team to support development and continuous improvement of online degree programs at the college under direction of the Director, Academic Programs and Experiential Learning.
Responsibilities include:
Collaborate with faculty subject matter experts and program directors to design and develop engaging, accessible online courses.Apply instructional design models to create course materials that support learning outcomes.Develop interactive learning activities, multimedia content, and assessments aligned with course objectives.Ensure course design aligns with Quality Matters (QM) standards and institutional guidelines for online and hybrid learning.Advise on the integration of pedagogical tools and strategies to enhance student engagement and learning.Review emerging trends, research, and technologies in instructional design and higher education.
This position performs other work related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
This is a hybrid position with some days remote and some days in-person in Arlington, Virginia or Washington, DC or other area centers.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: |
Preferred Qualifications: | To thrive in this role, the ideal candidate will bring a blend of the following strengths and experiences:At least two years of professional experience related to course development and/or teaching, preferably in a higher education setting.Master’s degree in education, instructional design, or a closely related field preferred.Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard) and other educational technologies (e.g., Canva, video editing tools, screen capture software, interactive content platforms).Knowledge of accessibility standards, Quality Matters, and/or adult learning theory preferred,Ability to be proactive and highly organized. Strong project management skills are highly desired. Able to learn and implement tools to improve these skills.Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and cross-functional teams.
Hiring Range | $57,553.66 - $79,165.63
GW Staff Approach to Pay | How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location: | Arlington, Virginia
College/School/Department: | College of Professional Studies (CPS)
Family | Academic Technology
Sub-Family | Academic Instructional Design
Stream | Individual Contributor
Level | Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time
Hours Per Week: | 40
Work Schedule: | Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Schedule may vary based on business needs.
Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes
Employee Onsite Status | Hybrid
Telework: | Yes
Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? | No
Posting Number: | S013793
Job Open Date: | 07/07/2025
Job Close Date: |
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: |
Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
College/School/Department: | College of Professional Studies (CPS)
Family | Academic Technology
Sub-Family | Academic Instructional Design
Stream | Individual Contributor
Level | Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time
Hours Per Week: | 40
Work Schedule: | Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Schedule may vary based on business needs.
Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes
Employee Onsite Status | Hybrid
Telework: | Yes
Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants: | Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? | No
Posting Number: | S013793
Job Open Date: | 07/07/2025
Job Close Date: |
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: |
Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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