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Lead Instructional Designer
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What they do
A Curriculum and Instructional Designer or Developer designs and develops instructional materials and methods for teachers. Analyzes what is needed for students, identifies learning objectives, and designs the content and format of instructional material and delivery. Uses instructional design to create instructional materials, which may include text, electronic and visual material. Works for a school or college or for an education, software or publishing company.
$75,851 / year median in South Carolina
-5% projected decline
Job Description
As a member of the Office of Distance Education, the Lead Instructional Designer serves as a key resource for instructional design, course development, faculty support, technology integration, and continuous quality improvement for online, hybrid, and technology-enhanced instruction. The position provides leadership and expertise in developing effective, engaging, and accessible learning experiences that support diverse student needs and instructional goals. This role supports faculty and academic teams throughout the course development and improvement process, including the effective integration of instructional technologies, digital learning strategies, and evidence-based teaching practices. The position collaborates with faculty and stakeholders to enhance course quality, strengthen instructional effectiveness, and promote consistent standards for online and technology-enhanced learning. In addition to supporting operational course development needs, the Lead Instructional Designer contributes to broader institutional strategies related to distance learning, digital education, accessibility, and student success. The position plays an important role in advancing innovative instructional practices, improving the student learning experience, and supporting institutional goals for high-quality, accessible, and effective digital learning. This position will be located on either Midlands Technical College Airport or Beltline Campus. Minimum and Additional Requirements A master's degree in education or another directly related field and experience in curriculum development. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience in instructional design, online course development, faculty support, and the effective use of educational technologies. Experience applying accessibility standards, Universal Design for Learning, quality review practices, and evidence-based approaches to online and blended learning. Ability to develop guidelines and processes for curriculum development and encourage participant involvement.