EL Instructional Designer

Job Title: EL Instructional Designer

Department: Instruction 

Reports To: Instructional Design Team Lead

Compensation: $82,320

TRS Classification: Non-Classified

Summary:

The English Learner Instructional Designer will assist in the planning, design, and development of new applications and enhancements to existing applications with an initial focus on serving those students with extremely limited or no proficiency in English. 

Successful candidates should:

• Have an eagerness to learn and a growth mindset.
• Hold exceptionally high standards for their quality of work and desire to improve at every turn.
• Have well-developed emotional intelligence and moral character.
• Possess an ability to build strong relationships, thoughtfully navigate challenging situations, and get excellent results from others.
• Have clear communication and problem-solving skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Work directly with district ELL Department subject matter experts to build course content and assessments.
• Integrate created curriculum within a Learning Management System (LMS) to create PK-12 student-level courses.
• Analyze and apply learner data trends and best practices in learning technologies and instructional design.
• Create various instructional support materials and media (e.g., audio, video, simulations, role-play games, etc.).
• Work with the district Assessments staff and/or subject matter expert to devise modes of assessment that measure the efficacy of created courses.
• Work with district Instructional Coaches to support Instructional Department professional development.
• Complete pacing and learning progression analysis at regular intervals during the school year.
• Complete curriculum and course reviews to ensure created courses meet graduation requirements.
• Complete curriculum and course reviews to ensure created courses meet NCAA requirements.
• Work with the district System Support Department to assign courses and SIS codes.
• Accurately maintain project documentation and course folders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• No supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience:

• MS or MA in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a similar relevant field.
• Two or more years of verifiable experience in instructional design.
• Oklahoma Elementary or Secondary Education certification.
• Verifiable experience working with English Learner students.

Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models. 
• Lesson and curriculum planning skills.
• Basic understanding of interoperability between learning tools.
• Two or more years of verifiable experience working with at least one LMS (Agilix Buzz experience is a plus).
• Visual design skills, experience with the Adobe design suite, Genially, Canva, or Articulate are a plus. 
• Ability to write effective copy, instructional text, audio, and video scripts.
• Ability to learn quickly, independently, and effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
• Working knowledge of various district instructional models is a plus.
• Possess a professional attitude and be able to quickly develop a positive rapport with a range of stakeholders in a virtual working environment.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret internal communications, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from families or members of the business community.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and coworkers, both verbally and in writing.

Mathematical Skills:

• Basic math skills required.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Computer Skills:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must have advanced Google Suite. Computer proficiency in Windows, and Microsoft Office.
• Must have a high aptitude to learn new software as necessary for the business operations of the school.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current driver's license and valid car insurance.
• Software specific certifications preferred.

Other Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass a state-mandated background check after a conditional offer of employment is made.
• Must have favorable employment references.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands, fingers, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is remotely based but must also travel to various Epic sites and events. This requires spending a significant amount of time in the car, driving in various conditions and at various times of the day. The noise level is quiet to moderately loud (when students are present).

Epic Charter Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For reasonable accommodations of a disability during the hiring process, please email Epic.hr@epiccharterschools.org. Someone will call you to discuss further.