Instructional Designer

Universities of Wisconsin

. Support instructors and departments in designing and developing courses for the UW-Platteville campus .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timePlatteville • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $58,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in instructional design and course development, with a strong focus on accessibility, inclusive learning experiences, and effective use of technology. Proficient in managing multiple projects and collaborating with faculty to enhance educational outcomes.

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Instructional DesignCourse DevelopmentDigital AccessibilityLearning Management System ExperienceInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Course Authoring ToolsInstructional Design MethodsProject ManagementAssessment DevelopmentE-Learning Training

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsPresentation SkillsCollaborationVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

CanvasBrightspace by Desire2LearnBlackboardArticulate StorylineAdobe Captivate

Industry Keywords

ADA Title II ComplianceUniversal Course DesignHigher EducationAccessibility ConsiderationsCETL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support instructors and departments in designing and developing courses for the UW-Platteville campus
Collaborate with faculty to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences aligned with educational objectives
Support faculty professional development in teaching and learning, effective technology use, and inclusive learning experiences
Develop online courses for Distance campus programs
Serve as the university accessibility champion and CETL representative on the UW-Platteville Digital Accessibility Committee
Provide guidance on ADA Title II compliance, universal course design, copyright issues, and accessibility considerations
Collaborate with the Disability Access Center to support appropriate accommodations for eligible students
Manage multiple course development and revision projects
Design, build, and revise Canvas courses, including pages, modules, assignments, discussions, assessments, and instructional materials
Analyze instructional materials, address instructional challenges, and develop learning experiences with aligned assessments
Design instructional activities accommodating diverse learner needs and cultural and demographic variations
Apply research, learning data, and university quality standards to improve course design, instructional technologies, and multimedia materials
Develop accessibility remediation policies, processes, and university-wide resources
Plan and facilitate e-learning training resources and learning experiences
Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements
Maintain the CETL SharePoint site and workshop-by-request list
Develop and facilitate asynchronous book groups
Deliver engaging presentations and communicate visually, orally, and in writing
Serve on departmental committees and project teams; perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, or a closely related field
3-5 years of professional work experience as a full-time instructional designer
1-2 years teaching and/or online learning experience
1-2 years of work experience in higher education
Demonstrated experience with one or more course authoring tools, such as Articulate Storyline/Rise or Adobe Captivate
Practical knowledge of instructional design methods and practices
Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills
Organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Experience working with a Learning Management System, such as Brightspace by Desire2Learn, Canvas, or Blackboard
Employment requires a criminal background check
References must answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefit eligible
Paid leave eligible
Full-time, 12-month position
Reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious observances and practices
Equal employment opportunity and affirmative action commitment