Instructional Designer

Position Description

This position provides professional support and educational training to faculty and staff. The Instructional Designer collaborates with and assists faculty in the design of online, hybrid, and synchronous courses and instructional practices. Responsibilities include developing learning resources, revising courses and course components to improve delivery methods, and supporting the development of online courses tailored to the needs of instructors and students. The Instructional Designer also creates and leads professional development sessions for faculty and staff to promote effective and innovative practices in teaching and learning.

Responsibilities and Duties (*Essential Functions)

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Strong understanding of instructional design models, course development processes, and adult learning principles

Demonstrated knowledge of and intermediate skills in technology and software applications including, computers AI-assisted tools (Microsoft Copilot) and web-based resources, such as Blackboard

Advanced knowledge and skills in instructional design, course development, and delivery methodologies for online, hybrid, and in-person learning environments

Basic knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 508 standards in the creation of instructional content

Ability to apply a variety of instructional methodologies, including collaborative learning, self-paced study, simulations, and active learning strategies

Ability to work effectively both independently and as a part of a collaborative team environment

Strong problem-solving and logical reasoning skills, with the ability to troubleshoot instructional or design-related issues.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, productive working relationships

Able to maintain records accurately and be able to meet deadlines consistently

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Intermediate skills with M365 applications

Requirements:

Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field

Experience in designing, developing, and implementing courses for online, hybrid, and synchronous learning

Experience providing professional development, training, or support for faculty and staff in instructional design, educational technology, or online teaching best practices

Required to travel to different campus or site locations

Valid Driver's license and approval required by the College’s liability insurance carrier

Preferences:

Experience producing learning materials in a variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, video, animation and multimedia to support teaching, learning, and course redesign needs

Proficiency with developing instructional products that incorporate audio and video features for synchronous and asynchronous courses, podcasts, webinars, YouTube videos, tutorials, performance support tools, , interactive lesson modules, etc.

Online teaching experience

As an equal employment opportunity employer, Wake Tech values our workforce. Wake Tech is committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County and rallying around them to go as far as their dreams, talents and resilience will take them. As an institution of higher education, we are committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community. We strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building, and we care deeply about supporting each employee's professional growth.