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Assistant Instructional Designer



POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for implementation of improvements to online course designs and for the development of online courses.

CHARACTERISTIC PUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Work with Subject Matter Experts {SME) to create engaging learning activities and compelling course content that enhances retention and transfer;
  • Work with SME and identify leaners' needs;
  • Work with SME and/or instructors to develop courses, course components, design learning modules, and/or make revisions to current content design/organization;
  • Support curricular SME and/or instructors with instructional design and instructional technology inquiries;
  • State instructional end goals and create content that matches them;
  • Visualize instructional graphics, the user interface, and the finished product;
  • Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts;
  • Apply tested instructional design theories, practice and methods;
  • Provide exercises and activities that enhance the learning process;
  • Create supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations, role-plays, games, etc.);
  • Prepare and update promotional materials for undergraduate and graduate programs;
  • Maintain project documentation and course folders to implement improvements to online course designs and to the development of online courses;
  • Responsible for designing and creating professional development opportunities for instructors and facilitating online course design and workshops;
  • Responsible for consulting with departments and individuals by sharing expertise in online learning practices to procure effective delivery of instruction;
  • Provide Canvas support to the Office of Information Technology as needed;
  • Develop and facilitate online course designs and professional development workshops;
  • Ensure course content is imported properly,
  • Support STU Online with instructional design and technology requests/inquiries,
  • Maintain current knowledge of best practices in online education and instructional technology;
  • Comply with all departmental and University safety rules and regulations;
  • Perform other duties assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Assignments are performed independently following University and departmental policies and procedures.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

No supervisory responsibility

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design and Technology, Education, or related field required. Master's degree in Instructional Design and Technology preferred;
  • 1+ years of instructional design experience inclusive of internship;
  • Experience with Learning Management System (LMS) in Canvas and/or similar platform in an academic setting;
  • Experience with building online course using I-MS (e.g. Canvas, Blackboard, etc.) and online learning;
  • Experience in a higher education environment, preferably in an instructional design role;
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and successfully complete tasks according to established deadlines;
  • Exceptional technology and computer skills, especially in the use of I-MS, MS Office Suite, Web Conference, Turnitin, etc.;
  • Detail-oriented and excellent organizational skills;
  • Strong interpersonal skills and presentation skills (both online and face-to-face);
  • Effective collaboration and partnering skills;
Tuition Benefit

After 1 year of continuous full‐time service, employees are eligible to enroll in STU’s bachelor and master courses, tuition‐free. The program will cover a maximum timeframe of 125% of credit hours attempted toward the degree program. Employees may enroll in STU’s doctoral program, with a 40% tuition discount, under the same conditions.

Catholic Identity

St. Thomas University is a Catholic university sponsored by the Archdiocese of Miami committed to academic and professional success guided by its Catholic identity. All employees are therefore expected to respect the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and support the University’s religious mission. All employees hereby acknowledge their familiarity and support of the religious affiliation, mission and values of St. Thomas University.

Equal Employment Opportunity

St. Thomas University is an equal opportunity employer that promotes a diverse and inclusive organization. It is the policy of the University to fill each vacancy with the candidate who represents the best fit for the position and to promote and transfer employees from within whenever possible and practical. Employment decisions are made on the basis of the candidate’s personal capabilities, qualifications, and ability to assist the University in fulfilling its mission without discrimination. With regard to the latter, the University’s program of recruiting employees for mission aims to inform prospective employees of the University’s mission and to help them and hiring personnel determine how they will support and contribute to the University’s mission.

E-Verify

St. Thomas University is an E-Verify® Employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that allows an employer, using information reported on an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to determine the eligibility of that employee to work in the United States. STU will utilize E-Verify® to verify employment eligibility for all newly hired employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Miami Gardens, FL 33054: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
  • Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
  • Instructional design: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: One location

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