Job Title: Instructional Designer – Entry Level
Job Type: Full-time position (remote work possible depending on location)
Job Description:
The International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT) is seeking an entry-level Instructional Designer to support the Curriculum Development and Instructional Design (CDID) Department in designing and developing the Institute’s face-to-face, online, and hybrid courses and programs. The position will report to the Director of the CDID Department.
About IIIT:
The International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT) is a center of excellence in educational research and Islamic thought whose main interest is on carrying out evidence-based research in advancing education in Muslim Societies and the dissemination of this research through publication and translation, teaching, policy recommendations, and strategic engagements. The Institute was established as a non-profit 501(c)(3) non-denominational organization in the United States of America in 1981. The headquarters are in Herndon, Virginia, in the suburbs of Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities:
· Design and develop face-to-face, online, and hybrid courses to achieve engaging and authentic learning experiences through effective learning objectives, instructional material, learning activities, course technology, and assessments.
· Utilize adult learning theories and methodologies to design sound learning environments.
· Incorporate engaging learning strategies into course material to increase student achievement, engagement, and interaction.
· Collaborate with the CDID team, subject matter experts, and faculty through regular communication to design, develop, and plan for courses and summer and winter programs.
· Conduct research in both English and Arabic to learn about various subject areas and identify relevant learning materials.
· Provide support and assistance to the CDID Department across different projects.
Required Qualifications:
· Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Curriculum Development, or related specialty.
· 1-2 years of experience in Instructional Design or a closely related field in a higher education setting.
· Research – Ability to conduct research to locate key information and learn about different subject areas.
· Written Comprehension – Writes in academic English clearly and informatively.
· Oral Communication – Speaks English clearly and persuasively. Capable of conducting oral presentations in small and large settings.
· Time Management – Manages time effectively to accomplish assigned tasks and meet deadlines without the need for continuous supervision.
· Teamwork – Proficiency in collaborating with a team across time zones.
· Interpersonal Skills – The ability to resolve conflict, maintain confidentiality, and remain open to others' ideas.
· Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment and manages competing demands effectively.
· Technology – Mastery level in using Canvas learning management system and basic level is using Microsoft Office tools.
· Attention to details – Proficiency in maintaining a consistent look and feel to courses, syllabi, and learning documents in general.
Preferred Qualifications/Location:
· Knowledge in Islamic Studies and philosophy is preferred.
· Fluency in written and spoken Arabic is highly preferred.
· Living in the Middle East is preferred; other locations are acceptable as well.
Benefits:
· Hybrid with a possibility of being fully remote
· 401k plan
· Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
· Employer paid Life/AD&D/STD Insurance
· Voluntary Life Insurance
· Flexible Spending Account Plan
· Paid holidays
· PTO
Application Instructions:
To apply for the Instructional Designer position, please submit the application, a resume, and a work sample (e.g. ePortfolio, developed syllabus, designed training etc.). Applications will not be considered without a work sample.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: Remote