Instructional Designer - Higher Education

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Career growth

Supportive team environment

Impact on higher education

Job summary

University Faculty in Klerksdorp is seeking a creative and technically proficient Instructional Designer to develop high-quality learning experiences across disciplines. You will collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex content into accessible materials and integrate best pedagogical practices within a campus-based environment.

This role emphasizes instructional design, LMS usage, and assessment design to enhance student learning, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in instructional design, preferably in higher education.
• Proficiency with LMS platforms (Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas) and authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).
• Strong understanding of learning theories, adult learning principles, and ID models (ADDIE).
• Excellent project management, communication, and collaboration skills in a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging course content, learning activities, and assessments for higher education programs.
• Collaborate with faculty and subject matter experts to identify objectives and strategies.
• Utilize LMS and multimedia tools to create dynamic learning materials.
• Ensure materials meet accessibility standards and pedagogical best practices.
• Evaluate effectiveness of learning designs and suggest improvements based on feedback and data.

Skills

Instructional design

Educational technology

Adult learning theory

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design or Educational Technology

Tools

Moodle

Blackboard

Canvas

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and technically proficient Instructional Designer to join their university faculty in Klerksdorp . This role is central to developing high-quality, engaging, and effective learning experiences for students across various disciplines, leveraging both traditional and digital educational methodologies. You will collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex content into accessible and impactful learning materials. This position is ideal for an individual passionate about educational innovation and committed to enhancing the student learning journey through thoughtful course design and the integration of best pedagogical practices within a campus-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging course content, learning activities, and assessments for higher education programs.
• Collaborate with faculty and subject matter experts to identify learning objectives and instructional strategies.
• Utilize learning management systems (LMS) and multimedia tools to create dynamic and interactive learning materials.
• Ensure all instructional materials adhere to accessibility standards and pedagogical best practices.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning designs and recommend improvements based on student feedback and performance data.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in instructional design, preferably in higher education.
• Proficiency with LMS platforms (e.g., Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas) and authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).
• Strong understanding of learning theories, adult learning principles, and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE).
• Excellent project management, communication, and collaboration skills to work effectively within a university setting in Klerksdorp .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and innovative educational projects.
• Access to professional development and training in instructional design.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth within the institution.
• Contribute to shaping the future of higher education in Klerksdorp .