[Hiring] Senior Instructional Designer @American Psychological Association

Role Description

The Senior Instructional Designer has primary responsibility for the successful design, development, and deployment of online textbook alternatives for undergraduate psychology and online open courses. They will participate in product integration activities for the products under development.

• Act as the instructional design lead for the product team to which they are assigned.
• Direct other instructional designers on specific projects as appropriate.
• Assume responsibility for special instructional design projects as needed.
• Develop, manage, and update relevant design standards.
• Develop learning objects including video, audio, interactive exercises, labs, assessments, and other items in support of online course delivery.
• Strategically optimize content, features, and functionality for the delivery of digital learning.
• Interact with vendors and participate on cross-functional product teams to ensure all projects meet established content guidelines, functional and business requirements, and release schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in psychology, social or behavioral science, instructional design, or computer or information.
• Master’s or master’s level equivalent in Instructional Design preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in the creation and/or delivery of instructional content for the higher-education market.
• 5-7 years of experience developing and using interactive digital courseware, learning software, and/or online learning management systems.
• Experience in working in an Agile environment along with an understanding of methodologies and ceremonies.
• Experience with developing products in accordance with accessibility standards, including ADA.
• Experience with Articulate, Storyline, Vyond, or equivalent tools required.
• Experience with CS3, HTML5, and other web standards preferred.
• Graphic Design and Video/animation experience preferred.
• Experience teaching in a higher-education setting preferred.
• Experience authoring instructional content in platforms used in the higher education market preferred.
• Experience working in open-upskilling platforms, such as edX and Coursera, preferred.

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency using the following software/tools:
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Google Workspace
  • Learning Management Systems
  • Animation Tools (Vyond, Synthesia, Camtasia)
  • Adaptive Learning and Learner-Designed Systems/Tools
  • Articulate Suite including Storyline
  • Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity with using the following tools:
  • Trello
  • Jira
  • Analytic Tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • HTML5, CS3, XML

Responsibilities

• Supervise the development and assembly of digital learning objects and other content in support of online course products from inception through release.
• Represent the ID Team in integration activities across vendors.
• Recommend learning activities and online pedagogy consistent with learning science principles and the capabilities of the online learning environment.
• Experiment with the flow and delivery of the content during the early development phase.
• Review work and plans to determine which learning activities can be built in-house and which content must be outsourced.
• Serve as the principal liaison with outside developers and APA’s internal ITS group.
• Author online content in the authoring environment of the course platform or content delivery mechanisms chosen by APA.
• Build out learning activities in Storyline, Vyond, Synthesia, Camtasia, and other applications based on plans and work prepared by the Content Managers.
• Adhere to branding and ADA compliance standards in the development process.
• Participate in daily stand-ups and other product meetings.

Benefits

• Remote Work/Flexible Scheduling
• 401(k) option with employer match of up to 4%
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options and an outpatient mental health benefit
• Paid personal/vacation time plus 12 paid holidays
• Family/Medical Leave
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• And more

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates must apply online through APA’s applicant system and attach a resume and cover letter specifying your salary expectations. Applications that are submitted without both documents are considered incomplete and will not be reviewed for consideration.

Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Please make sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive an email from us.

The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law.