Instructional Designer - Online College for Career Advancement
Inside Higher Ed, Valdosta, Georgia, United States, 31601
Overview
Job Title: Instructional Designer - Online College for Career Advancement Location: Valdosta State University Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 294433 About Us
Valdosta State University (VSU) is a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia. VSU is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community focused on teaching, research, and service that enriches its students, university, and region. The university is committed to core values of community, civility, integrity, and citizenship as reflected in the Blazer Creed and the USG Core Values. Civility
— A Blazer shows courtesy and respect for the dignity of every human being. Integrity
— Each Blazer is responsible for his or her actions, and the community is strengthened by thoughtful decisions grounded in trust and honesty. Citizenship
— Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community and a duty to stay informed and to contribute positively. As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold these core principles. Job Summary
Provides instructional and course design expertise in the development, design, and assessment of strategies and materials to support online and hybrid educational programs. Based on the recent Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H-1B), VSU will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visa petitions until further notice. Responsibilities
Department Summary
— The Center for eLearning, in collaboration with the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT), supports Valdosta State University’s faculty, staff, and students through a commitment to effective, innovative teaching and learning. The Center for eLearning provides expertise in online and technology-enhanced instruction by partnering with faculty on course design, supporting students through BlazeVIEW technical assistance, and helping staff develop and deliver online training and programs. Together, eLearning and CELT create an integrated support system that empowers faculty growth, strengthens teaching practices, and enhances the overall learning experience at Valdosta State University. Typical Allocation of Duties: Design, implement, and assess courses for online and hybrid delivery (35%) Design, implement, and assess course content for online and hybrid delivery Collaborate with subject matter experts in designing new courses, revising existing courses, and developing learning activities, assessments, and rubrics (25%) Collaborate with subject matter experts in designing new courses, revising existing courses, and developing learning activities, assessments, and rubrics Provide faculty assistance in using instructional technologies and pedagogical tools such as embedded LMS tools, web conferencing platforms, and other tools integrated with the LMS (20%) Conduct quality assessment for existing and newly developed courses, providing feedback for improvements and revisions (10%) Develop and revise documents, guides, and procedures (10%) Supervisor Expectations Two years' experience building courses in D2L Brightspace Two years' experience working in an educational setting and interacting professionally with faculty and students Experience designing and/or assessing courses using Quality Matters/OCL/OSCQR within the past two years, or evidence of the application of these best practices in the design of online courses Awareness of copyright considerations for online course content Knowledge of digital accessibility standards (WCAG) and the ability to ensure documents and media are accessible to all users Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines Detail-oriented with strong proofreading and editing skills Experience working independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and effective task management Experience using Microsoft Office applications Experience coding with HTML Required Qualifications
Required Experience Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of related work experience. Proposed Salary: $25/hr. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia’s core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and related online resources. Freedom of Expression is supported as per USG Board Policy 6.5. Conditions of Employment
Applicants Are Required To Provide professional references with current contact information documentation of academic credentials employment history During the search process, VSU reserves the right to: ask candidates for Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history, view social media outlets, and to remove job postings without further notification. Employment Is Contingent Upon successful completion of a background check investigation, including criminal background checks reference checks Employment may also be contingent upon position-specific requirements (e.g., satisfactory credit check, Motor Vehicle Report, pre-employment drug testing, and credential confirmation). Post-hire training includes: New employee orientation and VSU’s Annual Compliance Training (USG Ethics Policy, Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy, Drug Free Workplace, Sexual Misconduct and Title IX, FERPA, Motor Vehicle Policy, Workers Compensation, Georgia Open Records Act) and USG Cybersecurity Training (twice yearly), plus job-specific training (e.g., FMLA, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training, Defensive Driving). Equal Employment Opportunity
Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. Accommodations
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Catherine Wills at croark@valdosta.edu.
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Job Title: Instructional Designer - Online College for Career Advancement Location: Valdosta State University Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 294433 About Us
Valdosta State University (VSU) is a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia. VSU is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community focused on teaching, research, and service that enriches its students, university, and region. The university is committed to core values of community, civility, integrity, and citizenship as reflected in the Blazer Creed and the USG Core Values. Civility
— A Blazer shows courtesy and respect for the dignity of every human being. Integrity
— Each Blazer is responsible for his or her actions, and the community is strengthened by thoughtful decisions grounded in trust and honesty. Citizenship
— Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community and a duty to stay informed and to contribute positively. As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold these core principles. Job Summary
Provides instructional and course design expertise in the development, design, and assessment of strategies and materials to support online and hybrid educational programs. Based on the recent Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H-1B), VSU will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visa petitions until further notice. Responsibilities
Department Summary
— The Center for eLearning, in collaboration with the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT), supports Valdosta State University’s faculty, staff, and students through a commitment to effective, innovative teaching and learning. The Center for eLearning provides expertise in online and technology-enhanced instruction by partnering with faculty on course design, supporting students through BlazeVIEW technical assistance, and helping staff develop and deliver online training and programs. Together, eLearning and CELT create an integrated support system that empowers faculty growth, strengthens teaching practices, and enhances the overall learning experience at Valdosta State University. Typical Allocation of Duties: Design, implement, and assess courses for online and hybrid delivery (35%) Design, implement, and assess course content for online and hybrid delivery Collaborate with subject matter experts in designing new courses, revising existing courses, and developing learning activities, assessments, and rubrics (25%) Collaborate with subject matter experts in designing new courses, revising existing courses, and developing learning activities, assessments, and rubrics Provide faculty assistance in using instructional technologies and pedagogical tools such as embedded LMS tools, web conferencing platforms, and other tools integrated with the LMS (20%) Conduct quality assessment for existing and newly developed courses, providing feedback for improvements and revisions (10%) Develop and revise documents, guides, and procedures (10%) Supervisor Expectations Two years' experience building courses in D2L Brightspace Two years' experience working in an educational setting and interacting professionally with faculty and students Experience designing and/or assessing courses using Quality Matters/OCL/OSCQR within the past two years, or evidence of the application of these best practices in the design of online courses Awareness of copyright considerations for online course content Knowledge of digital accessibility standards (WCAG) and the ability to ensure documents and media are accessible to all users Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines Detail-oriented with strong proofreading and editing skills Experience working independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and effective task management Experience using Microsoft Office applications Experience coding with HTML Required Qualifications
Required Experience Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of related work experience. Proposed Salary: $25/hr. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia’s core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and related online resources. Freedom of Expression is supported as per USG Board Policy 6.5. Conditions of Employment
Applicants Are Required To Provide professional references with current contact information documentation of academic credentials employment history During the search process, VSU reserves the right to: ask candidates for Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history, view social media outlets, and to remove job postings without further notification. Employment Is Contingent Upon successful completion of a background check investigation, including criminal background checks reference checks Employment may also be contingent upon position-specific requirements (e.g., satisfactory credit check, Motor Vehicle Report, pre-employment drug testing, and credential confirmation). Post-hire training includes: New employee orientation and VSU’s Annual Compliance Training (USG Ethics Policy, Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy, Drug Free Workplace, Sexual Misconduct and Title IX, FERPA, Motor Vehicle Policy, Workers Compensation, Georgia Open Records Act) and USG Cybersecurity Training (twice yearly), plus job-specific training (e.g., FMLA, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training, Defensive Driving). Equal Employment Opportunity
Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. Accommodations
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Catherine Wills at croark@valdosta.edu.
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