Job Summary:

The Instructional Designer supports the Program Development Department�s work in the creation of dynamic, innovative and highly interactive learning experiences for the instructors and trainers of Wilson� programs. The Instructional Designer will be responsible for translating storyboards, creative designs and conceptualizations into interactive e-learning opportunities to facilitate the acquisition of knowledge, skills, and competencies in an effective and appealing manner.

Essential Job Functions

• Design a variety of instructional materials for traditional instructor-led courses, online programs, e-learning products, and other programs as needed.
• Create engaging and interactive learning activities and compelling course content that enhances retention and transfer of professional learning.
• Develop materials for courses based on information provided by Wilson�s subject matter experts, professional learning team, and instructors to maximize learning outcomes.
• Create realistic objectives for learning or performance for educators and trainers .
• Determine the criteria to evaluate the learner�s performance and develop assessment instruments.
• Redesign courses for online presentation that are conducive to distance learning programs while still adhering to academic goals of Wilson.
• Recommend changes to existing courses, including technology, or instructional methods, to better adhere to delivery options.
• Analyze courses to ensure they meet or exceed Wilson standards and provide reports for leadership review.
• Adapt coursework to assist learners with disabilities so that they are able to experience the same learning opportunities as others.
• Collaborate with other Wilson teams to launch new and updated courses and trainings.
• Maintain project documentation and course resources.
• Troubleshoot, problem solve, and edit coursework as needed.
• Remain aware of all emerging trends in instructional technologies and make recommendations about when to adopt certain systems to continue to offer the best learning experience possible.
• Understand and display WLT�s values.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

Skills:

• Proven work experience in instructional design and e-learning development
• Strong knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models.
• Lesson and curriculum planning skills.
• Solid knowledge of course development software (Articulate, Captivate) and learning management systems (LMS).
• Visual design skills (Photoshop, Illustrator) and ability to storyboard.
• Ability to write effective copy, instructional text, audio scripts/video scripts.
• Must be able to work with multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Must be collaborative and be able to work independently.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional project management and problem-solving skills.
• Should have a background in accessibility, usability, and experience design, information design and communications, as well as knowledge of instructional design models, strategies, and best practices.
• Experience building SCORM 1.2 and 2004 courses, with Articulate course development tools preferred.

Special Competency Requirements :

• The ability to conceptually and intuitively understand how people learn.
• Know how to connect with an audience on an emotional level.
• Be capable of imagining oneself as the learner/audience member.
• Brainstorm creative treatments and innovative instructional strategies.
• The ability to convert a classroom lecture to a creative, innovative, interactive online course that helps students learn more efficiently and retain their newly acquired knowledge over time.
• Visualize instructional graphics, the user interface, interactions and the finished product.
• Meld minds with Subject Matter Experts and team members.
• The ability to work collaboratively to problem solve challenges encountered throughout the design process.
• Know the capabilities of eLearning development tools and software.
• Understand related fields�usability and experience design, information design, communications and new technologies.

Education or Certification:

• Bachelor�s degree in instructional design, education, educational technology or an equivalent field
• Master�s Degree preferred.

Experience

• 2-4 years minimum (5+ years preferred) experience in instructional design and e-learning development
• Expert Level � skills using Articulate 360 (Storyline and Rise), Adobe (Captivate) or similar technologies
• Video/Audio editing
• K-12 teaching experience preferred
• Background/skillset in graphic design preferred

Wilson Language Training is an Equal Opportunity, Drug-Free Employer Committed to Diversity in the Workplace.