Instructional Designer

Essential Job Functions:

• Design effective learning experiences that include learning objectives, learning activities and assessments. Support by an Instructional Designer will be provided as necessary within the following range of activities:
  • Create, modify or update digital learning materials and learning management systems (LMS) (eLearning (live and self-paced), social learning, and mobile learning environments and activities)
  • Utilization of Lectora and Captivate software
  • Package course files and upload to an LMS
• Apply research-based learning theory and proven instructional design principles to create interactive course elements within established government processes
  • Identify appropriate instructional strategies and develop learning objectives appropriate for public health professionals
  • Design lessons and curricula appropriate for public health professionals
  • Create engaging learning activities and compelling course content that enhances retention and transfer through the use of advanced application of multimedia, including graphic design, audio, video, and gaming/simulation
• Design, author, and edit complex eLearning, virtual, blended and classroom curriculum, programs and learning aids using instructional system design models
• Develop exercises and activities that enhance the learning process
• Develop a cohesive, relevant curriculum by partnering with organization leads and subject matter experts
• Work with subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop course content and e-learning modules
• Participate in meetings as requested by the DSLR Training Team
• Routinely update the DSLR Training Team Lead on the status and progress of all projects and associated tasks
  • Planning and project management skills (application of a body of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project activities to meet project requirements).
  • Develop detailed and goal-orientated project plans with phased timeline
  • Meet deadlines as outlined in the project timeline
• Maintain accurate archives of course documentation and departmental tracking documents
  • Communicate status of projects and challenges routinely and provide timely updates/reports for assessment
  • All materials and project files must be stored on the CDC network throughout design and development, and belong to CDC upon completion
• Develop learning objectives
• Identify the targeted audience and how learned skills will be used
• Write clear and measurable objectives using action verbs
• State instructional end goals and objectives
• Create content that matches goals and objectives and incorporate evaluation that measures knowledge uptake, that aligns with CDC’s Quality Training Standards.
• Write clear, effective evaluation questions to test the level of knowledge gained by participants
• Provide thorough and detailed quality assurance of all course material
• Develop criteria used to judge learners’ performance
• Develop assessment instruments
• Graphic and animations design a. Provide advanced application of multimedia design and development, including graphic design, audio, video, and gaming/simulation
• Produce sketches, screen captures, video clips, and/or slide drafts that demonstrate graphics and animations to enhance learning experience
• Produce and apply closed and open captioning to videos
• Design graphic interfaces for e-learning training (no templates)
  • Develop theme-based graphics throughout the course for cohesion
  • Prototype development and pilot testing
  • Develop functional prototypes of self-paced and instructor led, web-based courses that include: provided learning content, text, images, animations, narration, video, and learner activities
  • Use the following Section 508 accessibility standards applicable to this contract are:
  • 205 WCAG 2.0 Level A & AA Success Criteria
  • 302 Functional Performance Criteria
  • 502 Inoperability with Assistive Technology
  • 503 Applications
  • 504 Authoring Tools
  • 602 Support Documentation
  • 603 Support Services
• Coordinate all logistical aspects of piloting a course
• Implement changes based on pilot feedback
• Develop student workbooks, technical user guides that correspond to topics or systems being conveyed to learners or that support educational endeavors by instructors or course managers
• Develop systems that track and aggregate basic information about training activities, including number of attendees and their evaluation of training.

• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems
• Project Management Skills
• Knowledge of learning theories
• eLearning authoring tools
• Strong attention to detail and self-motivation
• Advanced computer proficiency

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience with at least 5 years of related experience OR a master’s degree in a related field with 4 years of related experience.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.

• A degree in instructional design, education, or a related field
• Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Dreamweaver
• Experience teaching in a classroom setting
• Ability to use instructional materials and resources effectively
• Critical-thinking skills
• Concrete verbal and written communication skills
• Graphic design knowledge
• Fundamental understanding of HTML
• Creativity
• Training and teaching skills
• Enthusiasm for learning
• Computer proficiency
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Microsoft Office software and Lectora and Captivate software
• Audio and video editing skills