Course Development Assistant

Course Development Assistant

District/Organization: Michigan Virtual

Position/Type: Other, full time

Salary: $20.85 – $23.25 per hour

Location: Hybrid; weekly work in the Lansing, MI office expected

About the role: Michigan Virtual is seeking a Course Development Assistant to help create engaging, accessible digital learning experiences. In a highly collaborative environment, you will work closely with instructional designers to develop high-quality online course content that supports educators and learners across Michigan.

Responsibilities and

Essential Functions:

• Produce static and interactive web-based learning content based on scripted lessons.
• Work closely with instructional designers to generate digital content and prototypes based on lesson scripts.
• Review, edit and refine scripts for lessons, content and assessments.
• Ensure produced content conforms to level AA of web content accessibility standards (WCAG) 2.0.
• Provide guidance and specialized knowledge to team members on features and functions of production tools.
• Maintain relevant project documentation, document control, and version history for all projects completed.
• Document processes and standards in the creation of digital content, such as templates, checklists and guidelines.
• Attend regular all-staff and departmental meetings either in person or remotely.
• Attend company-wide functions as requested.
• Engage in professional learning opportunities per organization or supervisor’s request.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience (Minimum Requirements):

• Bachelor’s degree in digital arts, web development, educational technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Up to 2 years of experience producing static and interactive multimedia web-based learning content using applications such as Articulate Storyline 360, Camtasia, H5P, or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Up to 2 years of experience using markup or scripting languages such as HTML/HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Up to 2 years of experience creating web content that conforms to WCAG 2.0 level AA and WAI-ARIA.
• Up to 2 years of experience with Learning Management Systems (preferably Brightspace).
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Drive applications.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI-powered tools to support content creation, organization, and workflow efficiency.

Desired

Education and Experience:

• Developing responsive content for smartphones, tablets, and mobile applications for learning.
• Experience in graphic design and/or user interface design.
• Experience producing assessments using tools such as Articulate Quizmaker, Exam View, or Respondus.
• Experience generating math equations with equation editors or markup language (e.g., WIRIS, LaTex, MathML).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Minimum Requirements):

• Demonstrated ability to manage a complex workload and schedules, to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Detail‑oriented, assuring everything is done and correct.
• Ability to complete repetitive tasks with accuracy.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work well with a team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment.
• Ability to work a standard forty‑hour week.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Lean processes or Agile production methodologies.

Work Environment and Physical Demands: This role involves working at a computer, participating in virtual and in‑person meetings, and communicating with team members and external parties. Employees may need to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and use standard office equipment. Noise levels are low to moderate.

Michigan Virtual is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need reasonable accommodation or support to succeed in this role, please contact your manager or Human Resources to discuss your needs.

E‑mail: jbrown

Apply now and help us build the future of education in Michigan! For more details about the application process, contact the Human Resources team.