French Bilingual Instructional Designer

French Bilingual Instructional Designer (Ontario)

D2L is a cloud company that is modernizing education and building the Future of Work. The old models of teaching and learning are in the midst of the largest transformation in history, and D2L is at the heart of that fundamental shift.

New models of teaching and learning enable a personalized, student-centric experience and deliver improved retention, engagement, satisfaction, and results for learners of all ages in schools, campuses, and companies.

D2L is disrupting the way the world learns, by providing the next generation learning environment and solutions to engage and inspire learners.

And most importantly, by giving customers a platform that is easy, flexible, and smart. No other company provides a solution as robust and innovative as D2L.

D2L has had a singular mission for 25 years and is dedicated to that same mission in the years ahead : to transform the way the world learns and by doing so, we will help improve human potential globally.

A member of our Talent Acquisition team reviews ALL of our applications - yes, a real person reviews resumes! They are excited to read more about what amazing things you could add to D2L.

JOB SUMMARY :

Throughout the course development process, Instructional Designers (IDs) collaborate with a number of different client stakeholders and D2L team members.

On the client side, IDs collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) who provide course content and drive client vision.

IDs are responsible for leveraging instructional design best practices, learning theory, Brightspace expertise, and custom interactive solutions to guide course design and development in a way that best fits client needs.

This requires coaching clients through establishing clear learning objectives, organizing course content, implementing effective evaluation strategies and tools, and integrating interactives and multimedia.

Within D2L, IDs work closely with Project Managers, Courseware Developers, and Graphic Designers to bring courses to life within Brightspace.

HOW WILL I MAKE AN IMPACT?

• Collaborate with client stakeholders and D2L team members
• Work closely with client subject matter experts to gather learning content and vision
• Leverage instructional design best practices, learning theory, and Brightspace expertise to align course design and development to client needs
• Coach clients through defining learning objectives, organizing course content, implementing effective evaluation strategies and tools, integrating interactivity and media solutions
• Develop content in Brightspace using various tools and methodologies, as required
• Collaborate with courseware developers on content development and LMS tool configurations
• Work closely with D2L project managers, courseware developers, and graphic designers to bring learning content to life in Brightspace
• Monitor progress and communicate roadblocks through regular touchpoints and emails with client and internal Project Managers
• Collaborate with project team to address roadblocks and find efficiencies
• Other items as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE ROLE :

• Strong written and oral communication
• In-depth knowledge of instructional design principles and practices including the ADDIE model, adult learning principles, interactive learning design, and blended learning techniques
• Ability to monitor progress and take initiative to address roadblocks alongside project managers.

Skills :

• Full Proficiency in French (ability to read, write, and speak)
• Completing needs analyses for clients
• Ability to collect, review, revise course content to support learning objectives and client vision
• Ability to work with learning management systems, specifically Brightspace
• Ability to storyboard and script to support multimedia creation
• Ability to analyze, consult, and organize
• Proficiency in MS Office

Experience :

• Some experience in education, training, and / or developing learning solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of instructional design principles and practices including the ADDIE model, adult learning principles, interactive learning design, and blended learning techniques
• Experience with collaborating with clients, subject matter experts, faculty, and other stakeholders
• Experience applying pedagogical theory and instructional design principles to strategy, planning, development, and design
• Experience leveraging different tools and functionality of Brightspace (or other LMSs) to integrate interactivity, multimedia, LMS tools, and features.
• Experience adapting training materials and course content to suit different methods of learning delivery (instructor-led, self-paced, synchronous, asynchronous, blended, etc.).
• Experience adapting training materials and course content based on different business segments (K12, higher ed, and corporate)
• Experience triaging and prioritizing client requests and suggesting innovative solutions that fit within project scope

Education :

Degree in Education, Adult Education, or Instructional Design

The expected base salary range for a new hire in this role is listed below. The annualized base salary offered is determined by each candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, education, training, and experience.

It is aligned to ensure both internal and external competitiveness using market data for the geographic location and industry.

As part of the total compensation at D2L, the role may be eligible for additional benefits including a Wellness Subsidy, Equity Grants, Variable Incentive, and more.

Base Salary Range : $53,000 $79,000 CAD

Don’t meet every single requirement? We strongly encourage you to still apply! At D2L, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment.

We encourage your application even if you don't believe you meet every single qualification outlined, because we love to help our people grow and develop!

Why we're awesome :

• Impactful work transforming the way the world learns
• Learning and Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 CAD for continuing education through our Catch the Wave Program
• 2 Paid Days off for Catch the Wave related activities like exams or final assignments
• Employee wellbeing (Access to mental health services, EFAP program, financial planning and more)
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Home Internet Reimbursements
• Employee Referral Program
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Social Events
• Dog Friendly Offices at our HQ in Kitchener, Winnipeg, Vancouver, and Melbourne.

D2L is committed to a fair and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires and attracts talent regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected grounds and will not discriminate on these bases.

We draw on diversity of thought and experience to reflect the rich array of cultures representing our broad customer base and we seek talent with diversity of life experiences and perspectives from around the world.

If you have special accessibility requirements that need to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us at careers@d2l.

com and a member of our HR team will get back to you. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

D2L maintains a drug-free workplace.

Schedule : Full-time

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