Sr. Instructional Technologist
$65,000–$71,000 year
Hybrid · Albany, New York, United States
Job Summary
The Senior Instructional Technologist will develop and revise learning content in the LMS, evaluate features and tools within the LMS, and research emerging technologies to enhance instructional technology for student success. Key responsibilities include consulting on course development, managing documentation, providing technical support, facilitating faculty development programs, and collaborating with IT to streamline processes. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in instructional technology or a related field, with strong skills in project management and relationship-building, alongside experience with learning management systems, preferably Canvas.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in instructional technology or a related field of study
- At least three years of work experience
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage multiple, complex projects concurrently
- Strong demonstrated skills in creating documentation for users of varying technical knowledge and skills
- Familiarity with universal design for learning (UDL) and accessible technology guidelines, such as WCAG 2.1
- Technical skills appropriate for an instructional technologist position (e.g., learning management systems, designing for web, authoring tools, basic HTML, Microsoft Office)
- Documented expertise with learning management systems; Canvas is highly preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
- Ability to troubleshoot technology issues
- Ability to interpret faculty needs in course maintenance and instructional design
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Desired Qualifications
- Experience creating and using immersive virtual learning environments (e.g., VR, AR, gamification)
- Knowledge of mobile course design
- Comprehensive knowledge of active learning and inclusive pedagogies
- Relevant experience in higher education
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