Instructional Designer

Job Type Full-time Description

Instructional Designer

Benefits

• Front Loaded PTO
• Tuition Assistance
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• 401(k) – with Employer Contribution

South College - We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning … come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.

Almost 20,000 Students

10 Campuses

Competency Based Education

Online

Instructional Designer Description

South College is seeking a skilled Instructional Designer to join the Instructional Design and Technology team!

Responsibilities

• Design & Develop Courses: Partner with subject matter experts to conduct needs analysis, define learning objectives, and develop instructional materials (storyboards, curricula, assessments).
• Apply Instructional Models: Use ADDIE, SAM, Agile, adult learning theory (e.g., Gagne’s 9 events, Bloom’s Taxonomy), and formative/summative evaluation methods.
• Create Engaging Content: Develop interactive learning experiences, e-learning modules, instructor-led guides, videos, job aids—leveraging authoring tools (Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, H5P, Camtasia) 
• Integrate Technology: Upload and manage content in LMS platforms (Canvas, Blackboard, D2L), set up user rosters, and track learner progress.
• Evaluate & Enhance: Use assessments, learner feedback, and data to measure course effectiveness and recommend iterative improvements.
• Collaborate: Work cross-functionally with SMEs, instructional technologists, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with institutional goals.
• Support IDT Leadership by taking on additional instructional design projects or initiatives as assigned, contributing to departmental goals and academic innovation.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, education, business, HR, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred. 

Experience

• 1-year minimum instructional design experience. 
• Strong grasp of instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Skilled with LMS (Canvas, Blackboard, D2L), authoring tools (Storyline, Rise, Captivate, H5P) and curriculum development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient with O365.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while maintaining accountability for assigned projects and tasks.