Instructional Developer

Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology at Humber Polytechnic; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Humber Polytechnic in Toronto, Ontario, invites applications for an Instructional Developer within Digital Learning. The role supports high-quality, flexible program delivery across hybrid, HyFlex, and online formats, advising on instructional approaches and educational technology.

The successful candidate will have a minimum 5 years of experience in instructional design, knowledge of accessibility standards (AODA), and a 4-year degree in education or related fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years practical experience in instructional design, course development, learning management systems, web‑based authoring tools, and project management across program areas.
• Knowledge of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act requirements in educational materials.
• Experience with hybrid/online course delivery and educational technology.
• Post-secondary education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define instructional strategies for hybrid and online engagement in meaningful learning.
• Develop courses with content from faculty/SMEs aligned with QA, IP, and accessibility standards.
• Create dynamic learning content to enhance online teaching and learning.
• Design and facilitate training sessions on curriculum development and technology integration.
• Provide LMS technical support and training to faculty as part of the Innovative Learning team.

Skills

Instructional design

Course development

LMS

Web-based authoring tools

Project management

Accessibility compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Education / Instructional Design / Educational Technologies

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Office Suite

Storyline/Articulate

Job description

Job Description - Instructional Developer - Digital Learning - PNRK (37083)

Instructional Developer - Digital Learning - PNRK - ( 37083 )

Find Your Spot at Humber

At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance , we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring that Humber offers the right programs and the most effective teaching and learning approaches to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.

To achieve our vision, we take finding and developing the right talent very seriously. We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported in growing and bringing their best each day.

If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, if you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of ‘building brilliance’, in one of Canada’s preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team.

Job Details:

Position Title: Instructional Developer

Status: PNRK - Project of a Non-Recurring Kind

Hours: 40 hours per week

Faculty/Department: Digital Learning

Campus/Location: North Campus – must be comfortable working hybrid, a minimum of four (4) days on-site.

Salary: Min. $38.25 – Max. $44.32

About Digital Learning at Humber:

Digital Learning at Humber Polytechnic supports innovative, accessible, and engaging teaching and learning through the effective use of digital technologies. The department works collaboratively with faculty and academic partners to enhance learning experiences, strengthen digital teaching practices, and support the delivery of high‑quality education across Humber.

About the Instructional Developer Role:

The Instructional Developer provides expertise in instructional design and learning pedagogy to support high‑quality, flexible, and accessible program and course delivery. Working closely with academic leaders, faculty, Program Planning Development and Renewal consultants, and cross‑functional teams, the role advises on instructional approaches, course design, assessment strategies, and the effective use of educational technology to enhance student learning.

The Instructional Developer collaborates with academic and Innovative Learning teams to analyze learning needs, identify improvement opportunities, and design engaging learning experiences across various delivery formats, including hybrid, HyFlex, online, and technology‑enabled courses. The role develops recommendations, learning activities, and course frameworks that promote student engagement, personalization, and academic quality.

Drawing on expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design, and educational technology, the incumbent supports the continuous development and enhancement of courses and programs while fostering innovative, learner‑centred teaching practices.

Key Duties

• Work with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to define appropriate instructional strategies and philosophies for hybrid, and fully online engagement in meaningful learning.
• Develop courses with supplied content from faculty/SMEs that are compliant with: Quality assurance standards/guidelines, current instructional design principles, copyright, and intellectual property, and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act standards.
• Develop and support the creation of dynamic learning content to enhance online teaching and learning.
• Design and facilitate relevant training sessions and workshops in support of effective curriculum development, instructional design, and/or technological integration techniques.
• Provides Learning Management System technical support and training as part of the Innovative Learning team (e.g., EdVenture Days); provides technical advice and support for faculty; troubleshoots technical issues with access and course set‑up for faculty.

About You:

You are passionate about working at Ontario's largest Polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success!

Education

• Minimum 4-year degree or equivalent in Education, Curriculum and/or Instructional Design, Adult Teaching, Educational Technologies, Instructional Design, Assessment Techniques, Web/Multimedia Development, Higher Education or equivalent.
• Additional training in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Technology‑based Learning or Distance Education. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office Suite, Storyline/Articulate and related tools.

Experience/Skills

Minimum 5 years practical experience in instructional design, course development, learning management systems, web‑based authoring tools, project management across program areas and application of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act requirements to educational materials.

What's in it for you?

• An opportunity to be a part of building Humber's future.
• Be part of a diverse, hard‑working, and supportive team.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.

We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff (Article 17 of FT Support Staff and Article 19 of PT Support Staff) positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity‑deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post‑secondary environment.

Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self‑identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation

Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([e-mail]).

Position Type Support - Project of a Non-Recurring Kind