eLearning and Instructional Design Specialist (Re-posted)

Laredo College; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Laredo College invites applications for an Instructional Design Specialist to design, develop, and improve online, hybrid, and HyFlex courses using best practices and accessibility standards.

You will partner with faculty to ensure quality course structures, uphold WCAG accessibility, and advance the use of AI and emerging technologies within ethical, student-centered learning environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, curriculum development, instructional technology, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and supports online, hybrid, and HyFlex courses using institutional templates and accessibility standards.
• Provides instructional design support to faculty through consultations, course reviews, and hands-on assistance for engagement and usability.
• Supports meeting WCAG accessibility standards, including document remediation and LMS content structure.
• Applies QM-aligned practices to course design and revision efforts and assists with QM-based reviews and templates.
• Assists in faculty professional development on instructional design, accessibility, and emerging technologies.

Skills

Instructional design

Bilingual English/Spanish

LMS experience

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree (Education/Instructional Technology)

Tools

Canvas LMS

Accessibility tools

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Instructional Design Specialist supports the design, development, and continuous improvement of online, hybrid, and HyFlex courses by applying instructional design best practices, accessibility standards, and institutional guidelines. This role works closely with faculty to implement quality course structures, ensure accessibility compliance, and support effective use of the Learning Management System. The position also supports the responsible integration of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, into instructional design workflows, while staying informed of evolving trends in digital learning to help faculty enhance engagement, efficiency, and student success in sustainable and compliant ways.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Designs, develops, and supports online, hybrid, and HyFlex courses using institutional templates, instructional design best practices, and accessibility standards.
• 2. Provides direct instructional design support to faculty through consultations, course reviews, and hands‑on assistance focused on course organization, alignment, engagement, and usability.
• 3. Supports faculty in meeting WCAG accessibility standards, including document remediation, media accessibility, LMS content structure, and use of accessibility checking tools.
• 4. Applies Quality Matters (QM), aligned practices to course design and revision efforts; assists with QM-based reviews, templates, and faculty support initiatives.
• 5. Assists in the development and delivery of faculty professional development related to:
• 6. Instructional design and course quality
• 7. Accessibility and Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
• 8. Canvas tools
• 9. Emerging trends in digital learning
• 10. Supports the effective use of the Learning Management System and related instructional technologies; assists with course builds, revisions, and term preparation activities.
• 11. Supports the responsible use of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in instructional design workflows, under institutional guidance, to improve efficiency, engagement, and accessibility while maintaining ethical and academic standards.
• 12. Assists faculty in interpreting course-level data (e.g., engagement indicators, participation trends) to inform instructional design improvements.
• 13. Researches and stays informed on trends in instructional design, digital pedagogy, accessibility, and educational technology.
• 14. Maintains documentation related to course reviews, faculty support, accessibility checks, and instructional design activities to support continuity, compliance, and reporting.
• 15. Participates in institutional committees, meetings, and cross‑departmental collaborations as assigned.
• 16. Actively pursues professional development to maintain current knowledge and skills in instructional design, accessibility, and educational technology.
• 17. Performs other related duties assigned by the eLearning & Instructional Innovation Center Director, Dean, and the Provost/Vice‑President of Academic Affairs in support of institutional priorities.

Required

• Master’s degree in education, curriculum development, instructional technology, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of three years of relevant work experience in higher education and two years of instructional training experience.
• Must be bilingual in English/Spanish

• The Instructional Design Specialist demonstrates strong knowledge of instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and online pedagogy, with the ability to apply these concepts in higher education settings.
• The position requires proficiency with learning management systems, instructional technologies, and digital content creation tools, as well as a working understanding of accessibility standards and Universal Design for Learning.
• The role also requires the ability to adapt to emerging trends, including the responsible use of artificial intelligence and data-informed design practices, while maintaining ethical and student‑centered approaches.
• Strong communication, organization, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities, support faculty across disciplines, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic instructional environment.

Introductory Review Period

All hires are subject to a 90-day introductory review period.

Supervision Exercised

N/A

Supervision Received

The Instructional Design Specialist reports directly to the Director of eLearning and Instructional Innovation Center.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

Work is perform in a standard office environment.
Work inside a well‑lighted and air‑conditioned area most of the time.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Safety

Required to work safely and follow safety rules.
Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.
Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Special Conditions

Immediate supervisor may assign other duties.
May be required to work outside regular working hours, as needed.
May be required to work at a different college work site or campus as needed.

EEO Statement

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Laredo College is open to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, or national origin who are otherwise eligible for admission as students. Furthermore, Laredo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and no applicant or employee will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or national origin. This institution will not enter knowingly into any contractual agreement for services or supplies with any firm failing to follow fair employment practices.

Foreign Degrees

Foreign degrees require an evaluation for United States equivalency from an approved stated education agency or having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course‑by‑course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached to your online application at the time of applying. For your convenience, we have provided the following links to assist you in complying with this requirement. However, you may use any other certified transcript evaluation service. http://tea.texas.gov/Texas_Educators/Certification/Out-of-State_Certification/Foreign_Credential_Evaluation_Services/ http://www.naces.org/members.htm

Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties andresponsibilitiesof the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties andresponsibilitiesmay change with business needs. LC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by LC as its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.