Instructional Designer

Lubbock

41472BR

TTU K12 Instructional Design

Position Description

Develop instructional materials and products and assist in the technology-based redesign of courses. Assist faculty in learning about, becoming proficient in, and applying instructional technology.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and/or College

TTU K-12, a unit of the Texas Tech University Online division, is a state approved online kindergarten through 12th-grade school that has been meeting students' needs for more than 25 years. Affiliated with Texas Tech University, a Carnegie tier one research institution, TTU K-12 boasts a rigorous curriculum that allows students to work ahead, make up failed credits, and achieve their goals from wherever they are.

Texas Tech University K-12 is a Candidate for Accreditation with NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI.

TTU K-12 began in 1993 as a "Special Purpose District" designed to help students whose educational needs were not adequately met by traditional school districts. Since then, we have grown to serve students across the country and more than 70 nations around the world.

Major/Essential Functions

• Review and analyze educational materials submitted for instructional design development and communicate any questions or issues in a timely manner. Such reviews will include but are not limited to: noting needed video or graphics development, potential WCAG (accessibility) issues, and copyright compliance.
• Assist project stakeholders in addressing instructional design needs and visualizing the final product. This may include but is not limited to troubleshooting or problem-solving both design and technology issues, using data when available to support changes.
• Create quality online and distance coursework with attention to detail, including adherence to instructional design principles, WCAG (accessibility) requirements, copyright compliance, and internal style guides.
• Learn and leverage current and newly adopted tools for course delivery.
• Document progress on projects, which can include sending emails, recording time-on-task, creating and updating checklists, updating spreadsheets, and other communication. Documentation should show organization, but also an awareness of what issues need to be tracked for others, gathering data that will help us estimate how long projects might take, and so on.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus one year of related experience; or a combination of education and/or related experience to equal 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Online Learning, Higher Education, Curriculum and Instruction or related field.
• Knowledge of the Blackboard Learning Management System.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The following must accompany the application:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Professional License or Certification
• Professional/Personal Reference

• Pre-Employment Affidavit

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

4000

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Academic Support Professionals

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.