TITLE: Instructional Designer
DEPARTMENT: Office of Online Learning
REPORTS TO: Director of Online Learning
CLASSIFICATION: Staff-12 months
EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD
STANDARD WORK HOURS: 37.5 hours per week
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to Director of the Office of Online Education, the Instructional Designer implements specialized responsibilities focused on online course design, collaborates with faculty and staff on effective instructional delivery methods to support active learning and engagement, course deployment, and aligning content with Quality Matters Standards, US Department of Education standards for online education, as well as programmatic and course competencies. This role applies research-based learning theories and innovative instructional design principles to create engaging, learner-centered educational experiences.
The Instructional Designer utilizes instructional design models and best practices to cultivate collaborative relationships with faculty and subject matter experts. This ensures the development of high-quality learning experiences tailored for both matriculating and
non-matriculating learners, emphasizing competency-based instruction integrated with educational technologies. Additionally, the position involves spearheading the development of KYSU Online Courses and partnering with the KSU Land Grant
Program to manage the Canvas LMS (Learning Management System) Catalog short courses for non-matriculating or non-degree seeking learners.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
OTHER DUTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensing and Certifications:
N/A
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa
Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.