Instructional Designer University of Niagara Falls Canada in Niagara Falls, ON (Hybrid) Reports To: Manager, Instructional Design Duration: 18 Month Contract The University of Niagara Falls Canada is looking for an instructional designer to join the Centre for Teaching Excellence (CTE) on a 18 month contract. As an instructional designer you will report to the Manager: Instructional Design and work closely with the developing CTE team, including the Senior Instructional Designer, and other academic and administrative units across the UNF community, in the development of interactive and research-grounded online courses.

The Instructional

Designer will collaborate with the CTE team to support faculty, curriculum developers, and specialists by designing instructional materials for diverse delivery modes. Leveraging instructional design best practices, they will create engaging, inclusive content and manage projects to ensure timely course completion. Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop eLearning storyboards using creative designs and instructional best practices.

Assist faculty in developing instructional materials, organizing content, and selecting appropriate media formats. Design, support, and facilitate workshops and learning sessions. Utilize instructional strategies such as gamification, simulations, and case studies to enhance student learning.

Organize and archive visual elements and instructional materials for future use. Manage multiple projects and prioritize needs to meet tight deadlines. Stay updated on graphic design tools, educational trends, and practices to inform instructional design.

Recommend improvements to course structure and quality based on evidence and feedback. Propose policies, procedures, and guidelines to support course development and delivery. Identify alternate design strategies when copyright restrictions apply.

Decide content, format, and delivery methods for workshops. In collaboration with CTE colleagues, represent CTE in program development project teams.



Degree in Education or relevant field. Master’s degree would be an asset.

Certification in Instructional Design or equivalent experience.

Quality

Matters certification. Instructional design experience for a minimum of 2-4 years. Curriculum development experience would be an asset. Degree in Education or relevant field. Master’s degree would be an asset.

Certification in Instructional Design or equivalent experience.

Quality

Matters certification. Instructional design experience for a minimum of 2-4 years. Curriculum development experience would be an asset. Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility at UNFThe University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is committed to equity, diversity, inclusivity and accessibility within its community and invites applications from all qualified candidates.

Racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas are encouraged to apply. We commit to building relationships based on respect, reciprocity, and reconciliation as we work, learn, and gather on this land. Furthermore, we acknowledge that the Niagara r egion is situated on treaty land, and we stand with all Indigenous peoples, past and present, in promoting the wise stewardship of the lands on which we live.

We will accommodate the needs of applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where all individuals have an equal chance to succeed. We are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring that all data collected during the recruitment process is handled with the highest level of confidentiality.

As part of the recruitment process, selected candidates will be required to successfully complete applicable background and/or credential verifications, or other role-related screenings, in accordance with organizational policy and applicable legislation.

📌 Instructional Design Professional Job (Winnipeg)
🏢 University of Niagara Falls Canada
📍 Winnipeg