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INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN & EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

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Ithaca, NY, United States
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Your applicationOpen nowINSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN & EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST IStaff and Faculty · Ithaca, NY, United States

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Job Description

Position Summary

The Instructional Design & Educational Technology Specialist I supports faculty with the integration of technology into teaching and learning across traditional, online, and hybrid course formats. Under the direction of the Director of the Center for Instructional Design & Educational Technology, the Specialist assists with course design consultations, contributes to faculty development programs, and helps advance digital and AI literacy within the academic community.

Supervision

Reports to: Director of Instructional Design & Educational Technology

Supervises: None

Provides work direction to: Student employees

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Faculty Support

  • Support faculty with the integration of learning technologies into their courses, including learning management systems and other supported tools, to assist in achieving learning outcomes through active learning, inclusive teaching practices, and assessment; assist faculty in applying quality standards throughout the course cycle.
  • Assist faculty in exploring AI-enabled tools and educational technologies in ways that support learning goals, academic integrity, and ethical use; contribute to faculty digital literacy by incorporating technology conversations into teaching and learning discussions.
  • Assist faculty in developing learning experiences that reflect inclusive, equitable, and accessible teaching practices; support the application of Universal Design for Learning principles and digital accessibility standards in faculty consultations and course design work.

Faculty Development

  • Participate in the design and delivery of faculty development programs, including workshops, institutes, learning communities, and cohort-based programs.
  • Support the development and delivery of learning solutions across in-person, hybrid, and online course modalities; assist in implementing educational technologies to support meaningful learning experiences.

Collaboration & Projects

  • Participate in cross-campus projects, committees, and working groups related to teaching, learning, and academic innovation; support conversations about learning spaces, classroom technologies, and instructional resources.
  • Participate in IT projects as assigned; coordinate planning, research, and implementation activities with IT staff and the campus community using established project management protocols.

Professional Practice

  • Stay current with trends, research, and best practices in emerging technologies including AI, e-learning, learning theory, and instructional design.
  • Develop multicultural awareness and contribute to an inclusive, diverse, and respectful college community; demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior in interactions with staff, faculty, students, and visitors.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in instructional design, curriculum and instruction, educational technology, learning sciences, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with learning theory, instructional design principles, and evidence-based teaching practices.
  • Experience working with or supporting the use of a learning management system (e.g., Canvas or similar platforms).
  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team-oriented, faculty-centered environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in instructional design, curriculum and instruction, educational development, learning sciences, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting or assisting faculty, instructors, or learners with technology integration or course design in an educational setting.
  • Familiarity with accessible course design principles, including ADA, Section 508, or WCAG standards.
  • Familiarity with Universal Design for Learning principles.
  • Exposure to AI-enabled educational tools or emerging technologies in an educational context.
  • Canvas certification or equivalent professional credential.

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed in an office setting and requires regular use of a computer and other standard office equipment. The position requires a primarily in-person presence (approximately 80%) at the Ithaca College campus in Ithaca, NY to support faculty engagement, collaboration, and professional learning activities.

Inclusive Excellence

Ithaca College is committed to fostering a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive community. Employees are expected to treat others with dignity, value diverse perspectives, and contribute to a culture of belonging and collaboration.

This position is 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, for a term of up to 25 months.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or [email protected].

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Hiring Range:

$62,500-$65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including:

• Healthcare including vision and dental

• Generous Paid Time Off Policies

• 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution

• EAP

• Flexible Work Plans

• Educational Benefits

• Career-Enhancing Trainings

• For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.

About Us

At Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of approximately 5,000 students, we strive to be at the forefront of the higher education landscape. We offer a distinct integrative learning experience that makes students ready for the personal, professional, and global challenges of our age.

We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be a part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history. We encourage creative collaboration and innovation in our faculty and staff, providing support and resources for them to grow in their fields and lead students to their own innovative ideas and achievements.

We welcome different ways of thinking and look for candidates with unique points of view and life experiences. We are inclusive of individuals with a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds, talents, and skills. Our campus is a vibrant and rewarding community where diverse minds can learn, succeed, and excel.

When reviewing candidates, we are looking for indicators of a number of core competencies. Prospective candidates must be adaptable, collaborative, inclusive, respectful, responsive, results driven, and sustainable. They must communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, exhibit professional integrity and ethics, take initiative, value personal and professional development, and show that they will engage in the college.

Nestled in the heart of New York State’s scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator, Linda Koenig, at [email protected] or 607-274-7761. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible.

To learn more about Ithaca College, visit us at http://ithaca.edu

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