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Inside Higher Ed . The Associate Instructional Designer is responsible for assessing course issues and implementing solutions that align with Excelsior University’s academic standards and best practices for adult learning. Working with instructional designers, instructional technologists, media developers, and other members of the Instructional Design and Development team (IDD), this role ensures that course content is pedagogically sound, accessible, and aligned with Excelsior’s course design standards. The ideal candidate has knowledge of instructional design principles, online learning technologies, and assessment strategies to maintain course quality and support Excelsior’s commitment to an exceptional learning experience for students. This position is based at the university’s home office in Albany, NY with the option of remote work. Remote employees must travel occasionally for meetings, conferences, and professional development opportunities. Remote employees are expected to be available during work hours 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Eastern time. The University provides necessary equipment (e.g., laptop, docking station). Employees must have a workspace suitable for participating in virtual meetings.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the broader Instructional Design and Development team to support course maintenance operations. Apply instructional design principles to fix critical issues in courses. Analyze and assess course issues and apply appropriate and effective instructional strategies, tools, and assessments to resolve them. Ensure course content aligns with Excelsior’s course design standards, accessibility guidelines, and online learning best practices. Review and refine course content to ensure clarity, coherence, and alignment with learning objectives. Collaborate with other instructional designers to enhance Excelsior’s course development methodologies and resources.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field. Knowledge of instructional design models (e.g., Backward Design, Bloom’s Taxonomy). Relationship-building skills. Familiarity with best practices for online learning and adult education. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field. 1+ year’s experience designing and developing online courses for higher education. Experience developing courses for non-traditional, adult learners. Prior experience working in a centralized course development model. Proficiency in accessibility standards and universal design for learning (UDL). Experience using data and learner analytics to inform course improvements.
Compensation & Benefits
The hiring salary range for this position is $55,000.00 - $60,000.00. This range represents the University’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Excelsior University offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, retirement, and health insurance.
Application Information
Please submit a letter of application, resume, and the names of three professional references by clicking the Apply Now button. If you have problems with online submission, please call 518-608-8238.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Excelsior University is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic. AA/EOE/ADA.
Albany, NY
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Join to apply for the
Associate Instructional Designer
role at
Inside Higher Ed . The Associate Instructional Designer is responsible for assessing course issues and implementing solutions that align with Excelsior University’s academic standards and best practices for adult learning. Working with instructional designers, instructional technologists, media developers, and other members of the Instructional Design and Development team (IDD), this role ensures that course content is pedagogically sound, accessible, and aligned with Excelsior’s course design standards. The ideal candidate has knowledge of instructional design principles, online learning technologies, and assessment strategies to maintain course quality and support Excelsior’s commitment to an exceptional learning experience for students. This position is based at the university’s home office in Albany, NY with the option of remote work. Remote employees must travel occasionally for meetings, conferences, and professional development opportunities. Remote employees are expected to be available during work hours 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Eastern time. The University provides necessary equipment (e.g., laptop, docking station). Employees must have a workspace suitable for participating in virtual meetings.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the broader Instructional Design and Development team to support course maintenance operations. Apply instructional design principles to fix critical issues in courses. Analyze and assess course issues and apply appropriate and effective instructional strategies, tools, and assessments to resolve them. Ensure course content aligns with Excelsior’s course design standards, accessibility guidelines, and online learning best practices. Review and refine course content to ensure clarity, coherence, and alignment with learning objectives. Collaborate with other instructional designers to enhance Excelsior’s course development methodologies and resources.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field. Knowledge of instructional design models (e.g., Backward Design, Bloom’s Taxonomy). Relationship-building skills. Familiarity with best practices for online learning and adult education. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field. 1+ year’s experience designing and developing online courses for higher education. Experience developing courses for non-traditional, adult learners. Prior experience working in a centralized course development model. Proficiency in accessibility standards and universal design for learning (UDL). Experience using data and learner analytics to inform course improvements.
Compensation & Benefits
The hiring salary range for this position is $55,000.00 - $60,000.00. This range represents the University’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Excelsior University offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, retirement, and health insurance.
Application Information
Please submit a letter of application, resume, and the names of three professional references by clicking the Apply Now button. If you have problems with online submission, please call 518-608-8238.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Excelsior University is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic. AA/EOE/ADA.
Albany, NY
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