Special Instructor - Instructional Design

Job Overview

Special Term Contract Instructor – Instructional Design Department, Learning Resources at Bucks County Community College for the 2026–2027 academic year. The Instructional Designer partners with faculty and academic departments to design, develop, and continuously improve high‑quality learning experiences across online, hybrid, remote, and face‑to‑face instructional modalities. This position supports instructional excellence through evidence‑based course design, accessibility compliance, instructional technology integration, and data‑informed continuous improvement practices.

• Partner with faculty to design, develop, revise, and enhance courses across instructional modalities using evidence‑based instructional design practices and learning science principles.
• Ensure course materials and learning environments align with institutional quality standards related to accessibility, Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI), student engagement, and online learning best practices.
• Support compliance with ADA Title II and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA through accessible course design, remediation guidance, and instructional support.
• Integrate and support instructional technologies to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
• Provide consultation, training, and individualized support to faculty related to course organization, instructional strategies, student engagement techniques, and technology integration.
• Utilize LMS (Canvas) analytics, course data, and student performance indicators to support data‑informed course improvements and student success initiatives.
• Contribute to course quality review processes, peer review frameworks, and institutional instructional quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with academic and support departments to develop scalable instructional resources, templates, guides, and faculty support materials.
• Remain current with emerging trends, technologies, accessibility requirements, and best practices in instructional design and higher education.

• Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
• Experience working in a community college or higher education environment.
• Familiarity with accessibility evaluation tools and quality assurance frameworks such as OSCQR, Quality Matters, or similar standards.
• Experience facilitating faculty training or professional development workshops.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and consultation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to analyze instructional challenges and recommend practical, student‑centered solutions.
• Commitment to equity, accessibility, and student success.

• Strong collaboration, communication, and consultation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to analyze instructional challenges and recommend practical, student‑centered solutions.
• Commitment to equity, accessibility, and student success.

Interested applicants must upload the following documents:

• Current Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Academic Transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)

August 15, 2026 – Special Term Contract, 2026–2027 academic year.

Employment with the college will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with college policies.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition waivers and tuition assistance
• Access to the wellness center
• On‑campus dining
• Free parking

Bucks County Community College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

At this time, the College does not provide work visa sponsor ships. Applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Bucks County Community College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.