Title: | Instructional System Designer (ISD) eLearning |
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ID: | 1865 |
Department: | Training |
Location: | Virginia |
Instructional System Designer (ISD) - eLearning
JTG is seeking an Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) to join a dynamic, high-performing team producing web-based and mobile language learning objects and other instructional products for adult foreign language learners.
Location: remote
Status: part-time contractor, 20-40 hours per week for about three months
Responsibilities:
The Instructional System Designer will be working with authentic text, audio, and video material to produce learning activities for various languages for delivery via a variety of delivery methods. The ISD must have a passion for creating quality learning solutions using current learning technologies; coupled with the ability to articulate that passion clearly and analytically into effective learning products in a cross-functional team environment.
With minimal direct supervision, the ISD performs selected design and development tasks:
- Works with Subject Matter Experts Linguists to gather, analyze, design, and author scripts and storyboards for eLearning.
- Develops effective learning objects and interactive activities to meet specific requirements for asynchronous web-based delivery to students’ desktop or mobile devices.
- Uses eLearning authoring software to design, develop and produce highly interactive eLearning objects that achieve specific learning objectives.
- Creates and modifies learning assessments to effectively capture, measure, and evaluate student learning.
Skills:
- Proficiency in various ISD methods and approaches from traditional ADDIE, and SAM, or other rapid/Agile processes for multiply delivery methods.
- In-depth knowledge of adult learning principles and theories and how to apply these in the design and development of asynchronous learning objects.
- Ability to communicate effectively with subject matter experts and other team members in verbal or written form to foster effective collaborative solutions.
- Experience with Articulate Storyline to produce SCORM and Section 508 compliant learning objects, and ability to create graphics, animation, audio, and video multimedia elements for eLearning solutions.
- Familiarity with quality control protocols and standards.
- Practical conceptual understanding of effective mobile learning concepts and best practices for adult learners.
- Familiarity with applicable intellectual property rights guidelines for deliveries.
- Proficiency in MS Office® applications, including but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Basic Qualifications:
- BA or BS in Instructional Design, Instructional/Education Technology, or a related field
- 5-8 years of experience with instructional design and eLearning
- US citizenship required
- Personal license to Articulate
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Instructional Design, Instructional/Education Technology, or a related field
- Experience with foreign language learning development and familiarity with language skill levels and requirements
- Excellent writing skills for authoring technical, engaging content tailored for a targeted language audience
- Excellent multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive under the pressure of deadlines
- Knowledge of the Russian language
This position reports to the Project Manager.
Founded in 1995, JTG is an Employee-Owned Company that is specialized in language services, training, and analytics. JTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.