Endicott College
Instructional Designer & Online Learning Specialist
Endicott College, Beverly, Massachusetts, us, 01915
Instructional Designer & Online Learning Specialist
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Instructional Designer & Online Learning Specialist
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Endicott College
We are located approximately 20 miles north of Boston. Parking is free, and the campus is accessible by commuter rail on the Newburyport/Rockport line. Explore Endicott’s seaside locale where employees are an important part of the bustling campus community!
Please apply today if this opportunity looks like the right fit for you.
Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Academic Technology, the Instructional Designer & Online Learning Specialist provides vision and leadership in the design of online programs and courses. Through collaborations with deans, program directors, faculty, and staff, the role leverages effective instructional strategies to support students enrolled in online courses and promotes best practices in LMS use for in‑person classes. The designer consults individually with faculty and collaborates with the Director to coordinate educational development programming and resources, promoting the integration of online education initiatives into the broader academic goals of the college.
About Endicott College Endicott College is a vibrant community located on Boston’s North Shore, with a beautiful oceanfront campus in Beverly, Massachusetts. We’re known for combining academic excellence with hands‑on learning, and we take pride in fostering a supportive environment for both students and employees. Working at Endicott means joining a close‑knit campus community where your contributions matter and where collaboration, creativity, and professional growth are valued.
Benefits To learn more about our employee benefits click here.
Key Outcomes 50%: Improves the quality of online instruction at Endicott
Provides visionary leadership in the development and implementation of online teaching and learning initiatives across all of our online programs
Leads the online course design process and the development of online courses, working with teachers to promote effective instructional strategies to improve student performance in online courses
Designs and promotes the use of Canvas templates, master courses, and blueprints for in‑person and online instruction
Collaborates with deans and program directors on initiatives to improve online instruction
Liaises with other members of the Academic Technology department to coordinate support and new programs and initiatives
Stays current with the latest online learning tools and technologies and manages the piloting of new tools in online courses
Uses Canvas data analytics to collect and report quality assurance metrics
30%: Provides exceptional education development opportunities for faculty
In collaboration with the Director of Academic Technology, the Teaching and Learning Committee, and faculty and staff from across campus, develops educational development opportunities for faculty, emphasizing online instruction and best uses of the LMS for in‑person classes
Facilitates regular programs for the Academic Technology department, including workshops, trainings, learning communities, and badges
Consults with faculty who are developing online courses
Assists faculty redesigning assessments given developments in AI technologies
Develops online teaching resources, including asynchronous resources, videos, and credentials (Badge/micro‑credentials)
Supports the continued development of the faculty Canvas page and resources
Promotes the scholarship of teaching and learning, with an emphasis on online instruction
Helps produce a newsletter to share with faculty highlighting Academic Technology initiatives
Serves on college‑wide committees
Partners with faculty in improving course accessibility
20%: Supports Canvas management
Participates in monthly calls with Canvas customer service manager, stays current with the latest features in Canvas and promotes their use on campus
Provides additional technical support for Canvas via Freshservice ticketing system and one‑on‑one meetings
Obtains advanced certifications in Canvas
Other duties as assigned.
Community Engagement Be an active participant in the life of the College by attending and supporting key events like Commencement, Homecoming, and other all‑hands‑on‑deck gatherings. Show a spirit of collaboration and community involvement, including volunteering when possible.
Core Competencies
Curiosity:
an interest in and motivation to learn
Organization:
organizes time and resources well so that work is done efficiently and on time
Communication Skills:
has clear, effective and efficient ways of communicating, both orally and in writing
Adaptability:
shows a willingness to adopt new ideas and to do things differently
Follow Through:
takes ownership of projects and sees them through fruition
Customer Service:
the employee anticipates the needs and responds to queries in a timely, competent, and approachable manner
Initiative/Personal Leadership:
identifies opportunities for improvement and actively contributes to solutions
Team Player:
shows a willingness to collaborate and share information, knowledge and experience with team members
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of best practices in online and in‑person teaching
Knowledge of learning management systems (preferably Canvas)
Background in accessibility, usability, experience design, as well as knowledge of instructional design models, strategies, and best practices in online teaching and learning
Knowledge of emerging technologies and instructional design models as related to online teaching and learning in higher education
Ability to build relationships with faculty and staff and collaborate with diverse groups of stakeholders
At least 5 years of teaching experience in online, hybrid, and/or in‑person environments
Master’s degree in educational technology, instructional design, or learning engineering preferred
Canvas or Instructional Design certification or coursework preferred
In compliance with Massachusetts pay transparency law, the annual base salary range for this position is $70,000–$77,000. Endicott College considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, relevant work experience, education, specialized skills, internal equity, and external market data when extending an offer. The final salary is determined by the Human Resources Office based on these factors. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or other compensation.
To be considered for this role, a cover letter is required. In the cover letter, please articulate why you want to be considered for the role, and why working at Endicott College is interesting to you.
Effective Date of Current Version: September 2025
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Instructional Designer & Online Learning Specialist
role at
Endicott College
We are located approximately 20 miles north of Boston. Parking is free, and the campus is accessible by commuter rail on the Newburyport/Rockport line. Explore Endicott’s seaside locale where employees are an important part of the bustling campus community!
Please apply today if this opportunity looks like the right fit for you.
Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Academic Technology, the Instructional Designer & Online Learning Specialist provides vision and leadership in the design of online programs and courses. Through collaborations with deans, program directors, faculty, and staff, the role leverages effective instructional strategies to support students enrolled in online courses and promotes best practices in LMS use for in‑person classes. The designer consults individually with faculty and collaborates with the Director to coordinate educational development programming and resources, promoting the integration of online education initiatives into the broader academic goals of the college.
About Endicott College Endicott College is a vibrant community located on Boston’s North Shore, with a beautiful oceanfront campus in Beverly, Massachusetts. We’re known for combining academic excellence with hands‑on learning, and we take pride in fostering a supportive environment for both students and employees. Working at Endicott means joining a close‑knit campus community where your contributions matter and where collaboration, creativity, and professional growth are valued.
Benefits To learn more about our employee benefits click here.
Key Outcomes 50%: Improves the quality of online instruction at Endicott
Provides visionary leadership in the development and implementation of online teaching and learning initiatives across all of our online programs
Leads the online course design process and the development of online courses, working with teachers to promote effective instructional strategies to improve student performance in online courses
Designs and promotes the use of Canvas templates, master courses, and blueprints for in‑person and online instruction
Collaborates with deans and program directors on initiatives to improve online instruction
Liaises with other members of the Academic Technology department to coordinate support and new programs and initiatives
Stays current with the latest online learning tools and technologies and manages the piloting of new tools in online courses
Uses Canvas data analytics to collect and report quality assurance metrics
30%: Provides exceptional education development opportunities for faculty
In collaboration with the Director of Academic Technology, the Teaching and Learning Committee, and faculty and staff from across campus, develops educational development opportunities for faculty, emphasizing online instruction and best uses of the LMS for in‑person classes
Facilitates regular programs for the Academic Technology department, including workshops, trainings, learning communities, and badges
Consults with faculty who are developing online courses
Assists faculty redesigning assessments given developments in AI technologies
Develops online teaching resources, including asynchronous resources, videos, and credentials (Badge/micro‑credentials)
Supports the continued development of the faculty Canvas page and resources
Promotes the scholarship of teaching and learning, with an emphasis on online instruction
Helps produce a newsletter to share with faculty highlighting Academic Technology initiatives
Serves on college‑wide committees
Partners with faculty in improving course accessibility
20%: Supports Canvas management
Participates in monthly calls with Canvas customer service manager, stays current with the latest features in Canvas and promotes their use on campus
Provides additional technical support for Canvas via Freshservice ticketing system and one‑on‑one meetings
Obtains advanced certifications in Canvas
Other duties as assigned.
Community Engagement Be an active participant in the life of the College by attending and supporting key events like Commencement, Homecoming, and other all‑hands‑on‑deck gatherings. Show a spirit of collaboration and community involvement, including volunteering when possible.
Core Competencies
Curiosity:
an interest in and motivation to learn
Organization:
organizes time and resources well so that work is done efficiently and on time
Communication Skills:
has clear, effective and efficient ways of communicating, both orally and in writing
Adaptability:
shows a willingness to adopt new ideas and to do things differently
Follow Through:
takes ownership of projects and sees them through fruition
Customer Service:
the employee anticipates the needs and responds to queries in a timely, competent, and approachable manner
Initiative/Personal Leadership:
identifies opportunities for improvement and actively contributes to solutions
Team Player:
shows a willingness to collaborate and share information, knowledge and experience with team members
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of best practices in online and in‑person teaching
Knowledge of learning management systems (preferably Canvas)
Background in accessibility, usability, experience design, as well as knowledge of instructional design models, strategies, and best practices in online teaching and learning
Knowledge of emerging technologies and instructional design models as related to online teaching and learning in higher education
Ability to build relationships with faculty and staff and collaborate with diverse groups of stakeholders
At least 5 years of teaching experience in online, hybrid, and/or in‑person environments
Master’s degree in educational technology, instructional design, or learning engineering preferred
Canvas or Instructional Design certification or coursework preferred
In compliance with Massachusetts pay transparency law, the annual base salary range for this position is $70,000–$77,000. Endicott College considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, relevant work experience, education, specialized skills, internal equity, and external market data when extending an offer. The final salary is determined by the Human Resources Office based on these factors. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or other compensation.
To be considered for this role, a cover letter is required. In the cover letter, please articulate why you want to be considered for the role, and why working at Endicott College is interesting to you.
Effective Date of Current Version: September 2025
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