Learning Designer

Job Description Summary

The learning designer works collaboratively with faculty, learning development specialists, and quality assurance personnel to design and develop media rich teaching and learning environments that engage learners by utilizing appropriate learning theories, strategies and appropriate technologies.
In addition, they will provide consulting and design services to faculty in the development of transformative eLearning content for online and blended learning environments including the design and development of online courses using an innovative pedagogical model. This position does not have any direct reports and reports to the Assistant Vice President of Learning Design.

Job Description

• Job Description

• Collaborates with faculty to design engaging and effective online, integrating instructional design models, learning theories, and emerging trends in higher education.
• Provides expert consulting and tailored support, including multimedia integration, to enhance student engagement and ensure high-quality learning experiences.
• Ensures course designs are accessible, aligned with learning objectives, and leverage media-rich environments for transformative eLearning.
• Understand instructional design models, learning theories, and trends in higher education, such as distance learning and adaptive learning.
• Ensure that course designs are engaging, accessible, and aligned with learning objectives.
• Incorporate the use of AI in course development to enhance the learning experience and provide personalized learning paths for students
• Contribute to a positive culture of collaboration, collegiality, innovation, and product excellence within the Learning Design team.
• Work in partnership with departments and programs to support course and program goals through design as well as pilot projects.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives related to, but not limited to, content, learning innovation, teaching strategies, and assessment effective practices.
• Represent Saint Leo University Learning Design at meetings and conferences.
• Write effective copy, instructional text and A/V scripts.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge:

• Master’s degree (preferably in instructional design) from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Successful track-record of planning and executing media rich course design.
• Understanding of trends in higher education, such as distance learning, adaptive learning, competency-based education, use of open education resources (OER), etc.
• Knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models.
• Understanding of ADA compliance.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (i.e. D2L)
• Experience with course development software (i.e. Articulate Storyline)
• Experience in using AI in education preferred.

• Skills:

• Lesson and curriculum planning skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent social, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Basic HTML skills preferred
• Previous work experience in Instructional Design

• Abilities:

• Pro-active approach to problem solving, challenges, and issues.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Positive attitude and the ability to encourage the same from team members.
• Demonstrated alignment to Saint Leo University’s core values of excellence, respect, integrity, stewardship, community and personal development.

• Special Instructions

  Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Values Statement- (500 words or less), should highlight how your philosophy and practices fit the Mission, Vision, Core Values of Saint Leo University. The Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Core Values are available on the Saint Leo website at:https://www.saintleo.edu/about/mission-values

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world.  Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period

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