Instructional Designer

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title: Instructional Designer

Requisition Number: SCA00871

General Description

Reporting to the Director of Online Learning, the Instructional Designer designs and develops courses for asynchronous, synchronous, and hybrid instructional delivery modes. This position collaborates with faculty subject matter experts to implement high-quality learning experiences, providing input on course elements, project management support, and tracking course development progress. The Instructional Designer partners with the Online Learning team on instructional design, technology integration, and innovative teaching and learning projects.

College Intro

Success starts at Community College of Philadelphia. Innovators and difference makers work at Community College of Philadelphia. Diversity thrives at Community College of Philadelphia. We are a college that is committed to promoting a work environment that attracts and retains talented and diverse faculty and staff. We challenge each other and ourselves to achieve at the highest level while contributing to the mission of the College and the betterment of Philadelphia. We value and support an intellectually dynamic community to prepare our students for global citizenship. Join us and become a part of a community that has long been and will continue to be generators of generational chance in this city and beyond.

Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions. To help address broad economic, cultural and political concerns in the city and beyond, the College draws together students from a wide range of ages and backgrounds and seeks to provide the programs and support they need to achieve their goals.

Specific Responsibilities

Course Design & Development

• Design, manage structure, and implement organization of courses in various modalities and resources in collaboration with faculty subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Develop media-rich instructional materials including assessments, interactive activities, animated videos, graphics, and text-based content in conjunction with SMEs.
• Collaborate with faculty to identify and apply appropriate technologies that
  achieve course learning goals.
• Develop model or template courses that promote consistency and quality.
• Train faculty to align teaching style, course learning objectives, and assessment methods for optimal online delivery.
• Coach faculty through best practices in HyFlex course design through training and 1:1 consulting.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Apply Quality Matters rubric and internal rubric standards to evaluate online content.
• Serve as online faculty support for course design reviews and teaching consultations.
• Maintain and apply current knowledge of accessibility guidelines (WCAG, Section 508) ensuring all resources meet diverse audience needs.
• Ensure copyright compliance and legal/ethical use of electronic, digital, and virtual content.
• Comply with federal regulations, e.g. FERPA, institutional policies, and departmental guidelines.

Technology & Innovation

• Instruct faculty in the use and application of instructional technology integrated with the College’s learning management system (Canvas).
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems reported by users.
• Recommend new tools or enhancements to online learning operations.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies that enhance teaching and learning including AI-driven instructional technology and generative AI.
• Assist faculty with effectively pedagogically integrating virtual/augmented/mixed reality into course design.

Professional Development & Support

• Create resources for professional development and lead workshop sessions related to teaching in various modalities and pedagogical/andragogical/heutagogical styles.
• Develop user guides, tutorials, and best practice documentation for faculty and students.
• Facilitate online learning readiness preparation for students.

Collaboration & Growth

• Collaborate with Online Learning team members on departmental projects.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, webinars, and reviewing professional publications.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Education, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in instructional design for online courses in an academic or related setting.
• Demonstrated experience working in team environments developing instructional learning materials.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Expert-level knowledge of one or more learning management systems (Canvas strongly preferred).
• Proficiency in designing in various course modalities, including HyFlex.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Quality Matters Standards and course quality frameworks.
• Strong understanding of accessibility standards and copyright guidelines.
• Proficiency in applying instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM, Backward Design).
• Demonstrated use of adult learning theory and evidence-based pedagogical practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical challenges and determine optimal resolutions.
• Demonstrated experience providing critical, constructive feedback on course resources through a standardized course review process.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to quickly learn, adopt, and apply new technologies.
• Sensitivity, understanding, and respect for diverse academic environments inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Online teaching experience in higher education.
• Proficiency with video management systems (Kaltura or similar).
• Experience designing courses using Open Educational Resources (OER).
• Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles.
• Proficiency with multimedia development tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Articulate, Camtasia).
• Experience with HTML/CSS and basic web development.
• Quality Matters Peer Reviewer certification.
• Fluency with using AI driven software and generative AI platforms.
• Experience working with Virtual/Augmented/Mixed Reality.
• Experience with data analysis, metrics reporting, and outcome-based assessment.

Work Location: Main Campus

Benefits Summary

Benefits:
“Success Starts Here” at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our employees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most.

Full-time faculty and staff benefits include:

• College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance
• Tuition remission (for classes at the college)
• Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution)
• 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation, holiday and personal time
• Partial remote work schedule for remote work eligible positions

Additional College benefits:

• Winter break: 1 week around the third week in December and New Years
• Spring Break: 1 week in March
• Summer Hours: 4-day work week (closed on Fridays) from the 2nd week in May through the 3rd week in August

For More information about the College benefits and eligibility based on employee class, please visit:

Salary Grade or Rank: 3

Min Salary/Hourly Rate: $54,498

Max Salary/Hourly Rate: $89,921

Job Posting Open Date: 12/15/2025

Type of Position: Administrator

Employment Status: Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested candidates should complete an online application.

• Cover Letter of interest and resume required.
• Name and contact information of 3 references required.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with PA Child Protective Services Law.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Community College of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about Community College of Philadelphia?
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • LinkedIn
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Indeed.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Community College of Philadelphia Website
   • HBCU Career Center
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Other
2. If your answer to the above question is Other, please note the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
   • No Response
   • High School/GED
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • Doctorate
   • Other
4. * Do you have a Master's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Education, or related field from a regionally accredited institution?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in instructional design for online courses in an academic setting?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have expert knowledge of one or more learning management systems?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Are you proficient in designing in various course modalities, including HyFlex?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Do you have online teaching experience in higher education?
   • Yes
   • No
9. * Are you proficient with video management systems?
   • Yes
   • No
10. * Do you have experience in designing online courses using open educational resources (OER)?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. References

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