Instructional Designer-Part-time

JOB
The purpose of this position is to provide consultation to College faculty in the application of instructional design best practices and the incorporation of technology into college course materials. He/she will be responsible for the development, scheduling, and delivery of comprehensive training and support services to promote, support, and expand the effective use of online and classroom technologies for teaching and learning. Why it’s ImportantThe Blue Ridge Community College team is excited by every opportunity to be creative, innovative, and engaging. We do this by working alongside our faculty and staff to ensure we function as a modern and technologically advanced institution for the community. We are here to support our students to ensure they reach their highest potential. Our team continuously engages with community partners to ensure we are exceeding expectations. Guiding students along their educational journey is our calling and we are looking for like-minded teammates to help us serve our community. Whether a student is entering the workforce for the first time, entering a new profession, or just expanding their knowledge, we are here to provide the necessary tools to accomplish all their goals. Working together, no elevation is too high, and no summit is unreachable.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Collaborates and applies knowledge of instructional design and adult learning theory to the creation, design and implementation of learning activities, tools, software and materials to support and improve college courses and programs.Explores Ai technologies and develops professional learning focused on the integration of Ai tools and Ai Literacy instruction in courses. Supports college-wide efforts to improve digital accessibility of instructional materials Translates learning outcomes into appropriate learning activities and assessments.Provides services that support College faculty in the quality design, development and delivery of seated, blended, hybrid, and online courses.Develops and delivers comprehensive LMS training (currently in Moodle/OpenLMS) and helps develop effective LMS training materials.Creates written and interactive tutorials and reference materials for a wide variety of technologies.Supports administration, facilitation, and assessment of professional development activities.Collaborates directly with the Director of Teaching and Learning, Deans, Chairs, Coordinators, and faculty to manage observations of and quality for online courses.Assists in selection, testing and implementation of LMS plugins.Undergoes continual skills development by attending appropriate workshops and other professional development opportunities.Ensures compliance and confidentiality with all policies and procedures of the College, NCCommunity College System, and applicable State and Federal agencies.AdditionallyAssist with other media projects of the college as needed that apply directly or indirectly to teaching and learning at the college.Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Working Conditions Indoor office environment; moderate level of interruptions; frequent deadlines; occasional irregular work hours.Physical Demands The ability to perform all duties associated with the position including, but not limited to lifting, prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and operating or performing work with associated tools and machines. This position does work outdoors in inclement weather.Blue Ridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution