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Instructional Designer
Annapolis, MDBasic Function and Scope of Responsibilities: The Instructional Designer is responsible for working collaboratively with the Learning and Development team and other key stakeholders to achieve project goals as defined in strategic and operational plans. The Instructional Designer will ensure that sound instructional design methodologies and work processes result in education content for assigned projects that is current, relevant, and meets customer needs and expectations. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Principal Responsibilities:
-Develop complete working knowledge and understanding of all BOMI International product materials for all delivery methods.
-Work independently to create interactive and instructionally sound learning products using proven instructional design principles and adult learning methodologies.
-Collaborate with assigned project development resources, including SMEs, learners, and instructors to ensure quality in product materials.
-Adhere to project deadlines and BOMI International instructional design standards for all project tasks.
-Research and apply emerging technologies and instructional design strategies to enhance learning outcomes, products, and credential quality.
-Participate in the development and delivery of educational support documentation, including standards, learner and instructor coursebooks, and work flow processes.
-Enhance existing and create new assessment processes and protocol for all products in alignment with learning outcome goals.
-Review and revise exam items as necessary to meet performance validation standards for BOMI assessments
-Ensure learning materials developed are designed to address audience needs and learning styles.
-Work to enhance current instructional design knowledge by attending relevant seminars, trade shows, and referencing appropriate industry resources.
-Demonstrate positive team and collaborative techniques for project success.
-Support of other education initiatives as requested by the Vice President of Learning & Development
Minimum Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field.
-3-4 years of experience in a learning or training organization.
-Previous work experience in an adult education environment preferred.
Training, Skills, Knowledge, and/or Experience:
-Excellent technical skills to include working knowledge of:
•Articulate Storyline
•Microsoft Office products
•Current eLearning development tools such as Adobe Captivate, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other multi-media design tools.
-Experience with learning delivery and content curation tools.
-Learning management system experience
-Demonstrates initiative and innovative focus
-Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
-Team-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to balance multiple projects.
-Ability to multi-task and meet aggressive deadlines within specified timelines.
EEO Statement: FosterThomas is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal employment opportunities in recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation and disciplinary action with regard to the terms and conditions of employment. FosterThomas does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, color, age, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity genetic information, sexual orientation, or sex, including pregnancy and childbirth, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.
-Develop complete working knowledge and understanding of all BOMI International product materials for all delivery methods.
-Work independently to create interactive and instructionally sound learning products using proven instructional design principles and adult learning methodologies.
-Collaborate with assigned project development resources, including SMEs, learners, and instructors to ensure quality in product materials.
-Adhere to project deadlines and BOMI International instructional design standards for all project tasks.
-Research and apply emerging technologies and instructional design strategies to enhance learning outcomes, products, and credential quality.
-Participate in the development and delivery of educational support documentation, including standards, learner and instructor coursebooks, and work flow processes.
-Enhance existing and create new assessment processes and protocol for all products in alignment with learning outcome goals.
-Review and revise exam items as necessary to meet performance validation standards for BOMI assessments
-Ensure learning materials developed are designed to address audience needs and learning styles.
-Work to enhance current instructional design knowledge by attending relevant seminars, trade shows, and referencing appropriate industry resources.
-Demonstrate positive team and collaborative techniques for project success.
-Support of other education initiatives as requested by the Vice President of Learning & Development
Minimum Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field.
-3-4 years of experience in a learning or training organization.
-Previous work experience in an adult education environment preferred.
Training, Skills, Knowledge, and/or Experience:
-Excellent technical skills to include working knowledge of:
•Articulate Storyline
•Microsoft Office products
•Current eLearning development tools such as Adobe Captivate, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other multi-media design tools.
-Experience with learning delivery and content curation tools.
-Learning management system experience
-Demonstrates initiative and innovative focus
-Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
-Team-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to balance multiple projects.
-Ability to multi-task and meet aggressive deadlines within specified timelines.
EEO Statement: FosterThomas is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal employment opportunities in recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation and disciplinary action with regard to the terms and conditions of employment. FosterThomas does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, color, age, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity genetic information, sexual orientation, or sex, including pregnancy and childbirth, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.