Instructional Designer I

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University in College Station is seeking an Instructional Designer I to support faculty in applying digital learning technologies and to design courses across modalities. The role emphasizes developing faculty training, using data for improvement, and advancing student success as part of the College of Arts and Sciences.

The position collaborates with instructional designers and multimedia specialists, hosts workshops, and maintains a faculty repository.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supporting faculty and students in higher education with a background in instructional design, curriculum and instruction, graphic design, faculty development, workshop facilitation, or adult learning.
• Proficiency with Canvas and associated tools such as Google Workspace, Zoom, and Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of pedagogical best practices and the ability to develop engaging, accessible, and effective instructional materials for all learners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing, proofreading, editing, or designing instructional materials.
• Ability to track metrics and apply assessment outcomes in a continuous improvement model.
• Ability to troubleshoot and support faculty's use of learning technologies in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of compliance measures for security, accessibility, and the protection of student data in the digital learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, organizational, and multitasking skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with instructional designers to support digital learning initiatives across the College of Arts and Sciences.
• Present workshops and provide one-on-one training on various College approved digital learning tools.
• Host scheduled office hours weekly to provide faculty with live support on Canvas, third-party tools and other digital learning questions.
• Create and review training documents and videos to support faculty.
• Maintain the layout and content of the repository that is available to faculty in an online environment.
• Review support tickets that come in via email or the ticketing system and respond accordingly.
• Analyze support data and semester usage trends for digital learning tools to identify faculty needs, recommend targeted support, and inform future tool adoption based on best practices.
• Collaborate with team members to update content, address emerging needs, and improve digital learning support services.
• Complete special projects related to the digital learning environment as directed by the Assistant Director and Assistant/Associate Dean for Digital Learning.

Skills

Instructional design

Curriculum development

Workshop facilitation

Adult learning

Graphic design

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Canvas

Google Workspace

Zoom

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Instructional Designer I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

College of Arts and Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here's a Glimpse of the Job

The Instructional Designer I will support faculty in applying digital learning technologies, strategies, and best practices that support the academic mission of the College of Arts and Sciences. This role will support course design across various teaching modalities, develop and deliver faculty training opportunities, and use data and assessment outcomes to inform continuous improvement, student success, and faculty development.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Collaborate with instructional designers and multimedia specialists to support digital learning initiatives across the College of Arts and Sciences.
• Present workshops and provide one-on-one training on various College approved digital learning tools.
• Host scheduled office hours weekly to provide faculty with live support on Canvas, third-party tools and other digital learning questions.
• Create and review training documents and videos to support faculty.
• Maintain the layout and content of the repository that is available to faculty in an online environment.
• Review support tickets that come in via email or the ticketing system and respond accordingly.
• Analyze support data and semester usage trends for digital learning tools to identify faculty needs, recommend targeted support, and inform future tool adoption based on best practices.
• Collaborate with team members to update content, address emerging needs, and improve digital learning support services.
• Complete special projects related to the digital learning environment as directed by the Assistant Director and Assistant/Associate Dean for Digital Learning.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or equivalent combination of education and experience.

A well-qualified candidate may also possess:

• Experience supporting faculty and students in higher education, with a background in instructional design, curriculum and instruction, graphic design, faculty development, workshop facilitation, or adult learning.
• Proficiency with contemporary educational technologies in an integrated digital learning environment, including Canvas and associated tools such as Google Workspace, Zoom, and Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of pedagogical best practices and the ability to develop engaging, accessible, and effective instructional materials for all learners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing, proofreading, editing, or designing instructional materials.
• Demonstrated creativity, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills, with sights set on innovative solutions.
• Ability to track metrics and apply assessment outcomes in a continuous improvement model.
• Ability to troubleshoot and support faculty's use of learning technologies in a fast-paced environment within a large College.
• Understanding of compliance measures for security, accessibility, and the protection of student data in the digital learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, organizational, and multitasking skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Salary

Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.

Schedule/Location

This position may require working in various locations on and off campus to meet with departments or groups as needed or assigned.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

The College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart and foundation of Texas A&M University. Our 18 departments and more than 130 academic programs of study offer students the opportunity to pursue an extraordinarily wide range of subjects spanning the natural sciences, humanities, mathematics, social sciences, languages, and life sciences. The college is home to preeminent scholars and researchers, world-class academic programs, and exceptional students eager to learn, discover, and make a difference. Educational experience in Arts and Sciences supports, engages, and inspires students during every step of their academic journey, from choosing to become an Aggie, to launching their successful career. It includes amazing opportunities for participating in cutting-edge research, study abroad experiences, immersive field work with world-renowned experts, and hands-on ex