Learning Design Specialist - Flexible Learning (Part-Time)

Position Summary

The Learning Design Specialist partners with faculty, alongside the Learning Integrations team, to build and refine engaging learning experiences across online, blended, and competency-based courses. This role applies human-centered design, UX best practices, and Sinclair’s AI-informed pedagogical framework to create scalable, accessible, and personalized course elements. The LDS will collaborate closely with other eLearning teams and the Center for Teaching and Learning to pilot emerging AI tools, deliver targeted workshops and faculty trainings, and produce data-driven insights that advance teaching and learning innovation

The hourly pay rate for this position is $29.62 and has a maximum of 28 hours per week.

Why work for Sinclair College? The following are some of the benefits that part-time staff with Sinclair College receive :

• Tuition waiver for employee for 3 credit hours per semester
• Opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development and education
• OPERS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• 14 days of annually observed company holidays, part-time employees are paid for regularly scheduled hours on these days
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance
• SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment. Principal Accountabilities The Learning Experience Designer (LDS) supports the development and delivery of Sinclair’s Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) program by improving student access, experience, and system design. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Academic Credentialing within the eLearning Division, this position plays a pivotal role in building student-centered learning environments, facilitating credit pathways, and supporting students from request to completion. Responsibilities include LMS integration, media development, AI tool implementation, and active student engagement through both individualized and cohort-based support. The LDS combines a strong technical skillset with a deep commitment to student advocacy and equity in academic credentialing. LMS Content Management
• Develop and maintain eLearn content, including courses, proficiency exams, portfolio assessments, and other student-facing content in the LMS, integrating FlexPace, PLA, and other personalized learning tools

Faculty Collaboration

Quality Assurance & UX Review

Course Implementation

Data-Informed Improvement

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