Experienced Instructional Design Coach – Multidisciplinary Learning Experience Development for Students and Adults

About Us

Mesa Public Schools is an award-winning district and voted Best Place to Work in Mesa. With over 9,000 employees, we are the largest school district in Arizona. Families have sent generations of students through our schools, as we are the premier educational choice in Arizona. Our commitment to excellence and innovation has earned us a reputation as a leader in education, and we are now seeking an experienced Instructional Design Coach to join our team.

Job Highlights

• Compensation: A competitive salary of $54,035.00 per year, with opportunities for performance pay and professional development
• Start Date: Immediate openings available, with a full-time schedule of 187 workdays
• Position: Experienced Instructional Design Coach, working with a multidisciplinary team to develop exemplar learning experiences for students and adults
• Company: Mesa Public Schools, a premier educational choice in Arizona
• Location: Remote, with opportunities to work from various sites

About the Role

The Instructional Design Coach will play a critical role in developing technology-enabled learning experiences that are rich, interactive, and adaptive. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced instructional designer to join our team and contribute to the development of innovative learning experiences that engage and retain students. As an Instructional Design Coach, you will work closely with subject matter experts, software developers, and other stakeholders to design and develop learning experiences that meet the needs of our students and adults.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop technology-enabled learning experiences that are rich, interactive, and adaptive
• Understand competencies, academic standards, learning objectives, and user requirements to incorporate them into learning experiences in deep and meaningful ways
• Produce learning experiences and courseware material with subject matter experts and software developers
• Create a coherent learning experience by identifying end goals and creating content, activities, and assessments that matches them
• Create supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations, role plays, games, etc)
• Create assessments for each learning experience to assess which learning goals are being met by the learner
• Develop pathways within the learning experience to promote mastery of concepts
• Provide rigorous quality assurance and testing of the learning experience
• Use data to improve and refine learning experiences and courseware
• Remain abreast of technology directions, initiatives, and trends within technology-enabled learning
• Coach teacher regarding best practices in online teaching
• Serve as the course manager for a selected set of online courses
• Help prepare and facilitate professional learning for online teachers
• Participate in district meeting and projects as needed
• Provide customer support as needed
• Other professional duties as assigned

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

• A current Arizona teaching certificate
• A Master's degree in instructional design, educational technology, or a similar relevant field (preferred)
• Evidence of having a passion for education and the ways in which technology-enabled education can change the world
• Demonstrated knowledge of interactive media to engage learners
• Knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models
• Ability to write instructional text, audio, and video scripts
• Evidence of effective interpersonal skills
• Experience in organization and taking initiative to meet project deadlines
• Experience working in a team environment
• Experience in using analytical and problem-solving skills
• Previous working experience in instructional design (preferred)
• Knowledge of learning management systems, such as Canvas or Google Classroom
• Willingness to adapt to change

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

Mesa Public Schools is committed to the growth and development of our employees. As an Instructional Design Coach, you will have opportunities to:

• Develop your skills and expertise in instructional design and technology-enabled learning
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to develop innovative learning experiences
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and software developers to design and develop learning experiences
• Participate in professional learning opportunities to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in education
• Contribute to the development of a comprehensive learning experience that engages and retains students

Work Environment and Company Culture

Mesa Public Schools is a dynamic and innovative organization that values collaboration, creativity, and excellence. As an Instructional Design Coach, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our students and adults. Our work environment is supportive, inclusive, and respectful, and we offer a range of benefits and perks to support your well-being and success.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $54,035.00 per year, with opportunities for performance pay and professional development. We also offer a range of benefits and perks, including:

• Vacation and sick leave
• Holidays and paid time off
• Matched retirement plan
• Health and life insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Support for continuing education and certification

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced instructional designer who is passionate about education and technology-enabled learning, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume, cover letter, and any relevant supporting documents. We look forward to hearing from you!