Instructional Design & Technology Specialist

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University’s Center for New Designs in Learning and Scholarship (CNDLS) seeks an instructional design and technology specialist to support online, on-campus, remote, and hybrid programs. This role focuses on advancing the quality of course design, development and implementation.

Responsibilities include aligning goals with activities, recommending instructional strategies, assisting SMEs with resources, developing Canvas templates, and managing milestones.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or related discipline.
• 5-7 years’ experience at higher education institutions as an instructional developer designing /developing online courses and programs.
• 3+ years’ experience evaluating course development quality using an established rubric (e.g. Quality Matters, OLC Scorecard).
• Excellent understanding of instructional design principles, online pedagogy, learning theory, emerging brain / cognitive / learning science, the arts, and technology that influence design learning environments, coupled with experience applying this knowledge to real world projects
• Excellent learning design abilities and visual design sense.
• Must have ability to design and develop engaging and interactive online courses by drawing on a strong working knowledge of instructional design theories, methodologies, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the development of course goals/objectives; ensure the content and activities/assessments match objectives.
• Recommend instructional strategies and pedagogical uses of online tools that support student learning.
• Help SMEs locate appropriate supplemental materials for courses, such as open educational resources.
• Develop the Canvas template with graphics/banners and upload content.
• Maintain project milestones and timeline; communicate progress and concerns.
• Prepare SME as s/he transitions into the instructor role.

Skills

Instructional design

Online pedagogy

Learning theory

Educational technology

Visual design

Education

Master’s in Instructional Design/Instructional Technology

Higher education experience

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Job Overview

The Center for New Designs in Learning and Scholarship (CNDLS) at Georgetown University seeks an Instructional design and technology specialist to support online, on-campus, remote, and hybrid as well as other programming related to online learning. This position will assist not only with the instructional design of online, on-campus, remote, and hybrid courses and programs, but will also be focused on advancing the quality of course design, development and implementation.

Additional duties include, but are not limited to:

• Facilitate the development of course goals/objectives; ensure the content and activities/assessments match objectives.
• Recommend instructional strategies and pedagogical uses of online tools that support student learning.
• Help Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) locate appropriate supplemental materials for courses, such as open educational resources.
• Develop the Canvas template with graphics/banners and upload content.
• Maintain project milestones and timeline; communicate progress and concerns.
• Prepare SME as s/he transitions into the instructor role.

Work Interactions

• Daily interaction with academic and professional staff across the university.
• Weekly interaction with graphic designers, A/V specialists, technologists.
• Monthly interaction with the University Information Services (UIS).
• Occasional interaction with external Consultants and/or Vendors.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Master’s in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or related academic discipline.
• 5 - 7 years’ experience working at higher education institutions as an instructional developer designing /developing online courses and programs.
• 3+ years’ experience evaluating course development quality using an established rubric (e.g. Quality Matters, OLC Scorecard).
• Excellent understanding of instructional design principles, online pedagogy, learning theory, emerging brain / cognitive / learning science, the arts, and technology that influence design learning environments, coupled with experience applying this knowledge to real world projects
• Excellent learning design abilities and visual design sense.
• Must have ability to design and develop engaging and interactive online courses by drawing on a strong working knowledge of instructional design theories, methodologies, and best practices.
• Ability to produce design documents, develop storyboards for learning experiences and environments, and rework content from faculty, SMEs, and outside content providers according to University design standards.
• Demonstrated learning and continual professional development in emerging technologies in educational technology, pedagogy, and teaching and learning methodologies.
• Ability to research and recommend emerging technologies and instructional strategies to advance course development, faculty teaching, and student learning.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projectedsalary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$54,616.00 - $100,493.33

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.