Instructional Designer

Bluefield University seeks a detail-oriented and collaborative Part-Time Instructional Designer to support the ongoing development and redevelopment of online courses within the Canvas LMS, ensuring alignment with pedagogical standards, accessibility, and the university's Christ-centered mission.

Location: Remote (US)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to translate academic content into effective online learning modules.
• Build, update, and refine course shells in Canvas, ensuring consistent use of university templates and navigation standards.
• Assist in the migration of legacy course content into updated formats that meet current university procedures.
• Integrate multimedia elements, including video, interactive graphics, and digital assessments, to enhance student engagement.
• Ensure all developed courses adhere to established university instructional design standards and quality rubrics.
• Verify that all course materials meet ADA Section 508 and WCAG accessibility requirements.
• Maintain institutional branding and aesthetic consistency across all assigned course projects.
• Participate in regular project check-ins with the Director of Instructional Design to report on development milestones.
• Provide technical guidance to SMEs on the capabilities and best practices of the Canvas LMS.
• Support the quality assurance (QA) process by identifying and correcting broken links, formatting errors, or navigation hurdles before course launch.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience developing online courses, specifically within the Canvas LMS.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theory.
• Proficiency with digital media tools (e.g., Canva, Camtasia, or Articulate) and Microsoft Office 365.

Additional Information

• This is a part-time, remote-eligible role for Bluefield University Online.
• The employee must provide a professional home office environment with reliable high-speed internet.
• Hours are flexible but must align with scheduled meetings with the Director of Instructional Design and faculty SMEs.
• A Christian commitment and lifestyle that acknowledges a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a personal commitment to the Christian purpose and mission of Bluefield University.
• Performance will be evaluated annually based on job duties, responsibilities, and functions, with emphasis on timely and accurate project completion.