Instructional Designer

Position Summary

Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region and is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all co-workers.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others learn, dedicated to serving students, and committed to the principles of equity and social justice.

Western believes that serving the full breadth of our student and co-worker populations requires cultural competency and enthusiasm for diversity of all kinds.

We recognize the intersectional nature of discrimination and are committed to counteracting these biases and eliminating the effects they have had on our students, co-workers, and communities.

If you are a motivated individual who can contribute to excellence in teaching, learning, social justice and equity, please consider this employment opportunity at Western.

Summary of Position : This position will support Western's efforts to improve teaching and learning through the effective application of instructional design theory through performance-based curriculum development and assessment practices with an emphasis on educational justice by assisting faculty with designing program and course level curriculum.

Primary focus will be given to the design and review of Blackboard (Western's Learning Management System) courses that are delivered by varied modalities (online, blended, and face-to-face).

Learning Management expertise and collaboration with faculty, Academic Excellence staff and academic administration is essential.

This is a hybrid eligible position that would allow for 2-3 days a week working from home after the training period.

Essential Functions

1. Maintain and uphold the College values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect.

Regular attendance is required.

2. Complete all required College training and responsible for maintaining the skills necessary to complete the essential functions of the position as defined by the department.

3. Student Success if the cornerstone of Western's culture and the college may assign employees as needed to other areas or additional duties to foster this success.

4. Plan and Facilitate Program Administration - Supporting Duty Statements :

• Provide Blackboard administrative duties including but not limited to : keeping up to date on all Blackboard upgrades, communicating and modeling changes and design elements, create Blackboard shells when needed, support faculty on course design, etc.
• Strategically develop and / or review curriculum including program design maps and course outcome summaries using the College's official instructional design system
• Work with key subject matter experts to recommend changes and enhancements to new and existing course-level design to foster an inclusive teaching and learning environment
• Evaluate and approve official course curriculum documentation to include (but not limited to) : Course Assessment Maps, Course Key Assessments, and Blackboard Design
• Assist in the integration of culturally responsive curriculum design, delivery, and assessment through collaboration with the other instructional technology and design staff
• Collaborate with librarians to curate and build resources for faculty that integrate diverse perspectives with course content for the range of programs in the College.
• Provide feedback and input for future instructional design needs
• Support faculty in development of learning plans for various delivery methods

5. Plan and Facilitate Teaching and Learning - Supporting Duty Statements :

• Identify the professional development strengths and needs in the application of curriculum theory including backwards instructional design theory, culturally responsive teaching practices, trauma and poverty informed practices, and performance-based learning for adult learners
• Plan and conduct professional development for faculty and staff related to Blackboard course delivery, curriculum development, backwards design theory, culturally responsive teaching practices, trauma and poverty informed practices, and performance-based learning.
• Assist faculty in identifying, incorporating, and aligning course competencies, learning objectives, learning plans, performance assessment tasks, and criteria for assessment, along with generating syllabi
• Analyze problems and situations, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of Goals
• Provide feedback to full-time and adjunct faculty on any / all teaching and learning practices to support growth.

6. Plan and Facilitate Information Access and Delivery - Supporting Duty Statements :

• Maintain data collection, reporting, and analysis of curriculum and instructional design-related support and services
• Prepare and provide records and activity reports
• Provide front line support to faculty regarding course development and implementation, instructional design, and utilization of the Worldwide Instructional Design System (WIDS)
• Provide support and administrative duties with the Learning Management System - Blackboard

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree in related field with 3 yrs. teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master's degree in Education
• Experience in Higher Education
• Minimum 2 years documented course or program-level instructional design or curriculum development experience
• Previous program development, Blackboard design, Blackboard accessibility experience or faculty development experience

Special Instructions / About Western

This position reports to : Manager - Teaching & Learning

Starting annual salary range based on education and experience : $55,299 - $72,605

This is a hybrid eligible position that would allow for 2-3 days a week working from home after the training period.

This position would include competitive salary, along with a wide variety of benefits available to full-time Western Technical College Employees.

These benefits include : health, dental, life, retirement - Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), voluntary vision, supplemental Allstate insurance (accident, critical illness and cancer), pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans, flexible spending account for health & dependent care, employee assistance program (EAP), and tax sheltered annuity programs -457 & 403(b).

Applicant review will begin : Monday, July 15, 2024

Start Date of : August 2024

Copies of Transcripts from regionally accredited colleges or universities are acceptable during the application process (originals will be required upon hire)

Western is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our mission is to provide relevant, high quality education in a collaborative and sustainable environment that changes the lives of students and grows our communities.

Western is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.

An Equal Opportunity / Access / Employer And Educator

Western Technical College is an EEO / AA / Title VI / Title IX / Section 504 / ADA / ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided in the job application process to enable a qualified applicant to have an equal opportunity to be considered for a job as is provided to all Western employees.

If you want to request an accommodation please contact the EEO / AA Compliance Officer at (608)785-9274.

Non-Discrimination Notice

Western Technical College, in compliance with state and federal law, does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, veteran status, genetic testing or other legislated categories in employment, admissions, programs, or activities.

Western prohibits retaliation against any individuals who bring forth any compliant, orally or in writing, to the College or government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

Western provides assurance that lack of English reading / speaking skills will not be a barrier to admittance and participation in the College.

General inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination policies may be directed to :

John Heath

Director of Human Resources

Western Technical College

111 7th Street North

La Crosse, WI 54601

608-785-9464

WI Relay : 711