Instructional Design Intern

Touro University

Sep 22, 2023

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Design
Business, Operations & Strategy
New York

Requirements

Education, Preparation, and Training:
BS/BA required; must be currently enrolled or recently graduated from MA or MEd in Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Learning Science (Andragogy) or related field from an accredited university or equivalent experience in the field of training and development, education or communications.
Demonstrated high level of determination and creativity
Ability to work independently—a self-starter
Proactive and solutions-oriented mentality
Excellent decision-making skills
Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
Must be able to work in a team environment
Demonstrated knowledge of teaching and learning strategies to promote active learning, evidence-based practices, critical thinking, and the use of technology to enhance student success
Demonstrated ability in developing learning outcomes, instructional activities, and assessments
Intrapersonal:
Reliable, dependable and detail-oriented, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Great customer service skills
Superior verbal and written communication skills; strong editing abilities
Strong organizational and management skills
Ability to define and manage his/her own work processes towards specified team objectives
Demonstrated experience communicating effectively with project teams.
Position Specific:
Extensive knowledge of current and emerging instructional technologies and pedagogies
Demonstrated knowledge of pedagogical methods for learners with diverse abilities and backgrounds, specifically Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Demonstrated comfort with technology in education.
Able to conduct one-on-one and group training of faculty
Adept at developing text, video or audio training materials to assist faculty with learning new tools and strategies
Able to assist faculty in developing videos and graphically attractive material
Demonstrated skill developing and implementing training and support for faculty, staff and/or students
Strong technical skills and knowledge of informational technology
Computer Skills:
Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (Canvas preferred)
Proficiency with video editing tools and procedures
Ability to become proficient on the in-house database
Proficiency with HTML and CSS
Demonstrated expertise with e-learning software and content development tools as well as ability to build effective training content (e.g. Adobe Captivate, Premiere)
Familiarity with new media and new technology solutions for higher education
Experience with a variety of operating systems (OSX, Windows, Mobile) and video recording tools.
Required Technology Proficiencies:
Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Captivate, Premiere, Photoshop)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Google Apps and Education tools, educational video production tools (e.g., YuJa), and cloud computing (e.g., Box)
Travel:
Travel to various locations where TCUS facilities are located, as needed

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Effective communication working with members of the Instructional Design team
Assisting to design and develop engaging, innovative, and effective online course materials with clear strategies and tactics to achieve desired learning outcomes.
Assist Instructional Designers in their workshops.
Review and revise existing learning content in our Canvas Learning Management System.
Collaborate with the Instructional Design team to create interactive online course content.
Staying abreast of emerging instructional technologies and evolving standards in educational practice and design.
Designing activities and professional development opportunities that support instruction.
Providing feedback for both online and on-campus course components.
Using graphic design technologies to enhance the appearance of online courses
Integrating multimedia approaches to course design and deliverables
Performing other job-related duties, as assigned.

Touro University

Where Knowledge and Values Meet

Education

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

Mission & Purpose

Touro University is a Jewish-sponsored independent institution of higher and professional education. It was established primarily to enrich the Jewish heritage, and to serve the larger American community. Approximately 19,000 students are currently enrolled in its various schools and divisions. Touro is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education [ 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, Tel. no. (267) 284-5000 ].The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. This accreditation status covers Touro and its branch campuses, locations and instructional sites in the New York area, as well as branch campuses and programs in Berlin, Jerusalem, and Moscow. Touro University California and its Nevada branch campus are accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), 985 Atlantic Avenue, Alameda CA 94501 (Tel: 510-748-9001). The Commission has also approved the creation of Touro College Los Angeles (TCLA), as a separately accreditable unit of Touro College New York, within the WASC region. Touro College Los Angeles opened in Fall 2005.