Virtual Instructor

CGS (Computer Generated Solutions); United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Remote work from home

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading educational service provider is seeking a Virtual Instructor to deliver engaging online learning experiences. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of blood banking experience and strong virtual classroom skills. Responsibilities include facilitating instruction, monitoring progress, and using multimedia tools to enhance learning. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a donor or patient-facing role.
• Strong command of virtual classroom technologies.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to convey complex ideas.
• Ability to adapt instructional strategies for diverse learners in a virtual setting
• Familiarity with assessment and evaluation techniques to measure learner performance

Responsibilities

• Facilitate engaging online learning experiences.
• Utilize multimedia tools to enhance the learning experience.
• Monitor and assess learner progress.
• Provide clear explanations and encourage learner participation and critical thinking.
• Facilitate discussions, group activities, and projects in video-streamed and VR environments.
• Monitor learner progress and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain an online presence and respond to inquiries via email and chat.
• Stay current with trends in virtual instruction and online education.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and tech support to improve learning experiences.
• Participate in professional development to enhance teaching skills.

Skills

Blood banking experience

Virtual classroom technologies

Communication skills

Adapt instructional strategies

Organizational skills

Familiarity with assessment techniques

Education

Post-secondary training in relevant fields

Tools

Learning management systems (LMS)

Microsoft Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS OneNote

MS SharePoint

Job description

Virtual Instructor

CGS is seeking dedicated and dynamic Virtual Instructors to join our instructional delivery services team. As a Virtual Instructor, you will play a crucial role in delivering engaging and interactive online learning experiences for a leading plasma donation organization. Your expertise in the subject matter, combined with your passion for education and technology, will help shape the future of plasma center technical training.

About the Role

As a Virtual Instructor, you will be responsible for facilitating engaging online learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate synchronous and asynchronous virtual instruction, fostering an interactive and engaging learning environment.
• Utilize a variety of multimedia tools, platforms, and technologies including mixed and extended reality to enhance the learning experience.
• Tailor your instructional delivery approach to accommodate different learning styles and abilities within a virtual setting.
• Provide clear explanations of complex concepts and encourage learner participation and critical thinking.
• Facilitate discussions, group activities, and projects to promote collaborative learning among learners in video-streamed and virtual reality environments.
• Monitor and assess learner progress, providing timely feedback and support to address individual learning needs.
• Maintain an online presence throughout the instructional day, promptly responding to learner inquiries and concerns via email, chat, and other communication channels.
• Stay current with emerging trends and best practices in virtual instruction and online education.
• Collaborate with instructional designers, technology support teams, and fellow instructors to continuously improve the virtual learning experience.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and subject matter expertise.
• Uphold academic integrity and ethical standards in all interactions and assessments.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of blood banking experience in a donor or patient facing role and post‑secondary training or equivalent work experience in the following areas: Medical screening; Plasmapheresis or automated collection device operation and instrumentation; Handling of adverse donor reactions; Sample specimen collection and processing; Experience with virtual or online learning, showcasing an understanding of how to foster engaging and effective learning environments.
• A strong command of virtual classroom technologies, video conferencing tools, and multimedia resources.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• A demonstrated ability to adapt instructional strategies for diverse learners and create inclusive learning experiences.
• A patient, approachable, and supportive attitude toward learners, promoting a positive and collaborative learning atmosphere.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• A continuous learner with a growth mindset, open to incorporating new teaching methodologies and technologies.
• Familiarity with assessment and evaluation techniques to measure learner performance and learning outcomes.

Moderate proficiency in the use of:

• Learning management systems (LMS) to document training.
• Microsoft Excel to collect structured data used by various information management systems.
• MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS OneNote, and MS SharePoint.

Pay range and compensation package

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Remote work from home.
• The opportunity for career growth and development.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CGS is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.