Instructional Designer
Listed on 2026-04-11
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Education / Teaching
Digital Media / Production, Adult Education, Academic, University Professor
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
McLennan Community College - Waco, Texas
This job is also posted in ESC Region 12
Job Details- Job : 5633572
- Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
- Posted: Apr 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
- Starting Date: To Be Determined
Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.
**** POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED****
LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES:
Communication: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them.
Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission.
Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together.
Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions.
People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.
GENERAL POSITION
DESCRIPTION:
The Instructional Designer partners with faculty to develop and revise course materials using web-based learning management systems and instructional technologies. This position designs courses, creates multimedia learning materials, and provides training and guidance on effective course design, distance education tools, and ADA‑compliant instructional content. This position receives general direction from the Coordinator of Instructional Design and exercises no supervision.
NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education
- Experience: More than one year of work experience in education
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Instructional/Educational Technology or Curriculum Design, with an emphasis in online course development or certification
- Experience: One year of relevant work experience in developing courses for online presentation with a proficiency in the use of PC computers, and editing digital video and audio for streaming
SELECTION CRITERIA: The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:
Knowledge of: 1. Learning management systems such as D2L Brightspace and other web-based course delivery platforms;
2. Best practices, theories, and current trends in online, hybrid, and distance education, including instructional design principles;
3. Instructional technologies, multimedia tools, and methods used to create, edit, and deliver digital learning content;
4. Accessibility, compliance, and regulatory requirements for online learning, including ADA, copyright, and Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI), as well as emerging knowledge of generative AI in education;
Skills in: 5. Designing visually engaging, instructionally sound materials for digital learning environments;
6. Consulting with faculty and staff through active listening, customer service, and needs assessment;
7. Synthesizing information and translating instructional concepts into effective course content and learning experiences;
8. Providing constructive feedback, solving problems, and making informed decisions related to instructional design and educational technology;
Ability to: 9. Manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines effectively while working independently with minimal supervision; 10. Collaborate with faculty, staff, and stakeholders to design, develop, and adapt curriculum and instructional materials for online and hybrid delivery; 11. Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing, while…
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