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Instructional Designer

Non Bargaining                                                  

Exempt

Vermont State University Online seeks Instructional Designer(s) to develop online source courses on a per‑course basis. Multiple individuals may be hired from this posting. Contracts will be offered as temporary work assignments of varying duration(s). 

Key responsibilities:  

• Design identified source courses in Canvas using the approved VTSU Online Canvas template that adhere to the VTSU Online Standards and program requirements.
• Ensure all course materials and learning activities meet accessibility requirements, including WCAG 2.1 AA and other regulatory compliance standards.
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to design and deliver effective and engaging online learning experiences; apply evidence-based instructional design theories and methods in course development.
• Follow the agreed‑upon development timeline and complete revisions during the defined revision period based on VTSU feedback.
• Provide regular progress updates to the Assistant Vice President of Online Program Administration (or designee).
• Acknowledge that all work is confidential and proprietary to VTSU and that all course materials are owned by VTSU.

 Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:  

• Strong knowledge of online learning principles, learning theories, and instructional design best practices.
• Must be familiar with identified discipline for the course(s) to shape academic content and programmatic assessment requirements.

• Demonstrated expertise in adult learning theory and its application in online learning environments.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator

 Minimum Qualifications:  

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills can be derived
• 8 years online teaching experience in higher education

Compensation – $1000 per credit 

Location – Hybrid 

This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the individual positions assigned to the classification. Other duties as assigned are anticipated and expected.

Vermont State University is a part of the Vermont State Colleges System (VSCS). VSCS values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning.  Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community.  VSCS strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations.  VSCS is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.  Please contact our HR office for assistance with accommodations at humanresources@vermontstate.edu.   

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