Job Description Summary Wentworth Institute of Technology is seeking applicants for the position of Instructional Designer.

Wentworth Institute of Technology is a university with nationally ranked academic programs and an emphasis on innovation, learning by doing, and a cooperative education model that builds careers for our students.

The Teaching & Learning Collaborative at Wentworth is seeking a full-time Instructional Designer (ID) to join a dynamic team to foster innovation in teaching and learning to enhance student learning in face-to-face, hybrid and online courses. This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking professional who is passionate about working at the intersection of teaching, learning, and technology, aimed at supporting inclusive and accessible educational experiences.

IDs build positive working relationships with faculty to guide application of course design and delivery through best practices such as active learning strategies , and encouragethe meaningful adoption of learning management systems and academic technology tools. They leverage their expertise in learning design and skills with academic technology to bring emerging technologies and best practices to Wentworth students.

This roleoffers a flexible, hybrid work arrangement, requiring at least 2 days of on-campus presence per week.

Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth :

Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all University programs and activities. The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other category protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive documents. Minimum Education Required Bachelor's degree Preferred Education Master's degree Minimum Work Experience Required Bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, instructional technology or teaching related discipline. Strong knowledge in and 1-3 years of experience working as an instructional designer or part of an educational role Preferred Work Experience Master's degree in education, instructional design, or teaching related discipline with 4 or more years working as an instructional designer. Experience in a higher education setting Minimum Knowledge Required Working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations. Preferred Knowledge Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and / or unprecedented situations. Advertised Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional design, instructional technology or teaching related discipline.
• Strong knowledge in and 1-3 years of experience working as an instructional designer or part of an educational role, including : experience authoring in a learning management system (such as Brightspace, Canvas, or Blackboard).
• Demonstrated knowledge of developing materials using a universal design approach; and appropriate integration of multimedia, academic technology, collaboration tools, and accessible digital learning materials.
• Knowledge of current and emerging instructional design methodologies with a good understanding of pedagogy / learning theories and instructional design models.
• Strong skills in collaboration, relationship building, influence, and project management.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment with customer service orientation and the ability to solve problems with creativity and flexibility.

Advertised Preferred Qualifications