Junior Instructional Designer

Biola University, Inc.; La Mirada, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Biola University seeks a Junior Instructional Designer to assist in building and updating online and hybrid courses, ensuring alignment with Biola’s design standards and accessibility guidelines. The ID1 will collaborate with faculty and the Instructional Design team to enhance Biola’s online offerings and uphold Christ-centered education in the classroom and online.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with a possible master's in progress, campus presence in La Mirada, CA, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Some experience in online curriculum development and writing.
• Familiarity with pedagogical theories and approaches to online education for varying student needs.
• Ability to learn new technology quickly and apply as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Crafting (approx. 70% of weekly hours) – Update existing online classes to align with the course template, office style guide, and current guidelines on learner-centered approaches.
• Review course content revisions by the Instructional Design Assistant (IDA).
• Evaluate assessment strategies to ensure assignments require learners to achieve defined, measurable objectives.
• Ensure that each assignment has clear and well-organized instructions, including rubrics for discussions and major assignments.
• Evaluate all videos, text, and images for accessibility compliance.
• Collaborate with the ID team in the design, construction, and maintenance of online classes and programs.
• Communicate with faculty to construct online and hybrid classes meeting Biola’s quality standards.
• Engage in professional development – attend conferences as advised by the Director.
• Participate in a formal course or program of study relevant to instructional design.

Skills

Canvas LMS

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

HTML knowledge

Adobe Creative Suite

AirTable

Strong writing

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s program in education or instructional design (Preferred)

Tools

Canvas LMS

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

AirTable

Adobe Creative Suite

HTML editing

Job description

Junior Instructional Designer

Position Description

The Instructional Designer I (ID1) functions as a collaborative member of the instructional design (ID) team in the construction and maintenance of learner-centered online and hybrid classes. Working closely with the ID team and faculty, the ID1 will assist in the construction of new classes and update older classes to meet current design standards. These contributions will increase the scope and quality of Biola’s online offerings and will advance the university’s mission of Christ-centered education for the common good.

Alignment with Theological Positions

The person who fills this position must be someone who personally agrees with Biola’s Articles of Faith and Statement of Biblical Principles and who is supportive of the positions taken by Biola as contained in its Eschatology Teaching Position. As such, this person may not speak against or act in a manner inconsistent with these positions during the course of their employment at Biola.

Department

Office of Instructional Design and Program Development

Supervisor

This position reports to the Director of the Office of Instructional Design and Program Development

Educational Requirements

• An accredited bachelor’s degree
• Enrollment (or demonstrable interest in enrollment) in an accredited master’s program in education or instructional design (Preferred)

Work Requirements

• Non-exempt (02), full-time - 40 hours/week, 12 months per year
• This position requires personal attendance at Biola’s campus in La Mirada, California, but will consider a limited hybrid/flexible work arrangement

Essential Duties

• Crafting ( approx. 70% of weekly hours) – Update existing online classes to align with the course template, office style guide, and current guidelines on learner-centered approaches in online pedagogy
• Review course content revisions by the Instructional Design Assistant (IDA)
• Evaluate assessment strategies to ensure that assignments in each course require learners to achieve defined, measurable objectives
• Ensure that each assignment has instructions that are clear and well-organized, including rubrics for discussions and major assignments
• Evaluate all videos, text, and images in online courses for compliance with accessibility regulations
• Consulting (approx. 15% of weekly hours) – Collaborate with the ID team in the design, construction, and maintenance of online classes and programs
• Communicate with faculty to construct online and hybrid classes that meet Biola’s quality standards
• Professional Development (approx. 15% of weekly hours) – Engage in research and attend conferences as advised by the Director
• Participate in a formal course or program of study relevant to the field of instructional design

Required Skills/Qualifications

Experience

• Some experience in online curriculum development and writing
• Familiarity with pedagogical theories and approaches to online education appropriate for varying student learning needs, and preparedness to continue learning about design developments

Hard Skills

• Proficiency with
  • Canvas Learning Management System (Preferred)
  • Google Suite (Preferred)
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of
  • HTML and web page design (Preferred)
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • AirTable or other Project Management applications
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Attention to detail, quality, consistency, and creativity while working on multiple tasks
• Knowledge of accessibility standards appropriate for online and hybrid education (Preferred)
• Ability to learn new technology quickly and apply as appropriate (Preferred)
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS)
• Working knowledge of basic HTML (Preferred)

Soft Skills

• Demonstrated effectiveness in collaborating on a diverse team
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational, self-management, problem-solving, and creative skills

Hiring Range: $22.40 - 25.00 per hour