Job No. 155466
- Job Title:
- Instructional Designer/ eLearning Developer
- Employer:
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Capitol College
- Location:
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Laurel , MD
- Posting Date:
- 14-May-2025
- Description:
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Position Summary:
The Instructional Designer will design and build interactive, learner-centered courses and training materials for certificate, undergraduate, and graduate programs. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, works independently with minimal supervision, and has experience working with faculty or SMEs to translate content into accessible, outcomes-driven online learning modules.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop interactive and accessible online learning experiences
Create structured, well-organized course content using instructional design best practices
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to define learning objectives and align content
Develop course maps, storyboards, assessments, and learning activities
Produce digital assets using tools such as Articulate 360, Canvas LMS, and Adobe Creative Cloud
Integrate multimedia, knowledge checks, and performance-based assessments
Apply instructional frameworks such as ADDIE and SAM in course development
Ensure all deliverables meet accessibility (Section 508/504), SCORM, and institutional compliance standards
Maintain clear communication with faculty and project leads
Contribute to the development of student and faculty training modules
Meet assigned deadlines and manage workload independently
Perform other duties as assigned to support instructional goals
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Digital Media, or a related discipline
Minimum of 3 years of instructional design experience in higher education or corporate learning
Demonstrated expertise in Articulate 360, Canvas LMS, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Microsoft Teams
Experience designing for various delivery formats (on-ground, synchronous, asynchronous)
Strong project management skills and experience collaborating remotely
Ability to work independently under tight deadlines with limited resources
Access to a reliable computer and internet connection capable of supporting multimedia production
Flexible availability, including some evening hours
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with faculty and staff in a higher education setting
Familiarity with HTML5, LTI tools, and RESTful APIs
Knowledge of Quality Matters Higher Education Rubric (6th edition or later)
Master of Science in Instructional Design or related discipline