University of Kentucky
STEPS Instructional Designer
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Lexington, KY
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $25 - $30 per Hour
💻 Instructional Design
🗓️ April 29th, 2025
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Highlights
- Design and develop online training programs and resources.
- Strong understanding of instructional design models and eLearning tools like Articulate 360 and Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Compensation: $25 - $30 per hour.
- Requires a Bachelor's degree in Learning Design or related field, with 3+ years of instructional design experience.
- Proficiency in HTML/CSS and LMS platforms such as Moodle and Zoom.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Benefits include a hybrid work schedule and emphasis on a healthy work environment.
- Full-time, temporary position working Monday to Friday.
STEPS Instructional Designer Full Description
Requisition Number | TE08828
Department Name | 8T110:College of Social Work
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Salary Range | $25 - $30/hr
Type of Position | Temporary
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | Bachelor’s degree in Learning Design & Technology, Learning Experience Design, Instructional Design or related field
Required Related Experience | 3+ years’ instructional design experience; portfolio required
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements | repetitive motion typical of desk work (sitting/typing/bending/twisting); prolonged exposure to computer screens; lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 20lbs
Shift | Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hours per week)
Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and innovative STEPS Instructional Designer to join our team and play a key role in creating high-quality, engaging, and effective learning experiences. This individual will work closely with the College of Social Work Centers & Labs Instructional Design team and other key stakeholders to design, develop, and implement comprehensive training materials and resources. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge learning solutions in a dynamic environment. Key responsibilities include:
Course Design & Development: ·
Design, develop, and implement online training programs.Review training to ensure learning objectives, course content, and assessments align and meet the intended goals.Analyze, update, and refine existing online training.Utilize best practices in instructional design and adult learning principles to create engaging and effective learning materials, including eLearning modules, training resources, and video content.
Learning Experience & User Engagement:
Conceptualize and create instructionally sound storyboards, interactive components, scripts, and other design documents.Incorporate multimedia elements (e.g., graphics, animations, simulations) to enhance learner engagement and knowledge retention.Ensure accessibility standards are met in all training materials and learning environments.
Collaboration and Communication:
Ability to break down complex concepts into simple, understandable language.Explain concepts and ideas visually through wireframes, storyboards, flowcharts, and mockups to ensure clarity and make design concepts more tangible.Communicate complex design decisions effectively, presenting ideas clearly and confidentlyFacilitating discussions that encourage collaboration and help move projects forward.
To Apply: please submit a resume, cover letter, and link to an online Portfolio.
This position is hybrid eligible with 3 days in office/2 remote.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM, Backward design, etc.), and eLearning development tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Cloud Apps, etc.).Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and virtual training platforms (e.g., Moodle, Zoom, other web-based Content Management Systems (CMS), etc.).Adhere to design processes from ideation to design and prototyping through testing and evaluation and, finally, launch and post-production evaluation.Broad understanding of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG 2.2, Section 508)Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to make materials accommodating individual learner differences.Experience with video production and editing tools.Proficiency in HTML/CSSFamiliarity with gamification and other advanced learning strategies.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.Creative, innovative, detail-oriented, passionate about creating impactful learning experiences.Aptitude to learn and research new trends in digital media.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience | Master’s degree preferred
Deadline to Apply | 05/12/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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