Instructional Design Specialist

University Health NetworkToronto, Ontario, Canada

30+ days ago

Job description

Reporting to the Manager Instructional Design the Instructional Design Specialist is responsible for providing instructional design support for program and course development for Micheners inperson online and hybrid environments.

This position requires a commitment to constructivist and learnercentered education. A serviceoriented approach and commitment to meeting the diverse needs of faculty is a must. The incumbent should be well grounded in educational theory and design.

The incumbent must be responsive to current bestpractices in health professions education and faculty development and demonstrate knowledge of evidencebased continuous quality improvement methods.

We are seeking a creative and ambitious individual who can support excellence in our design strategies across multiple projects and advance our use of learning technologies.

Consult with subject matter experts (SMEs) faculty and program leadership to structure and align course content delivery and assessment methods
Apply models of course development such as ADDIE to ensure timely achievement of highquality course deliverables
Advise on the alignment of course activities across synchronous and asynchronous delivery formats
Develop and mentor faculty in the application of instructional design bestpractices including writing competencies and learning objectives developing engaging lesson plans and promoting authentic assessment
Ensure that course competencies reflect the overall program competency map and external standards (e.g. national competency framework of the health profession)
Leverage expertise in learning management systems (LMSs) and other education technologies to guide the development of accessible and engaging online facetoface and hybrid delivery methods
Collaborate with faculty and other SMEs to develop bestpractice assessments including written multiple choice and performancebased (e.g. simulation workplace)

Qualifications :

Minimum 25 years experience in instructional design and elearning

M.Ed. in curriculum design or relevant graduate degree is an asset

Demonstrated knowledge of performance and competencybased curricular design

Proven innovative uses of educational technology

Storyline experience an asset

Proficiency in designing courses within a Learning Management System (D2L is a must)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Must be able to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people develop

relationships and manage expectations

Must have advanced organizational skills and ability with excellent attention to detail

Project management experience an asset

Satisfactory Canadian Police Clearance document required upon hire

A demonstrated commitment to client service

Additional Information :

Closing Date : January 20 2025

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume and cover letter.

For further information on The Michener Institute please visit our website at .

The Michener Institute is publicly funded by the Ministry of health and is a respectful caring and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility diversity and equal opportunity.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bonafide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Contract

Key Skills

System Design,Classroom Experience,Learning Technology,Instructional Design,Adult Education,SCORM,LMS,Training & Development,Adobe Dreamweaver,Adobe Captivate,Curriculum Development,Web Accessibility

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