Instructional Design Assistant

Position Summary :

The FAU Center for Online and Continuing Education (COCE) is seeking several Instructional Design Assistants -Boca Raton, FL.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, FAU is pushing the boundaries of higher education. Florida Atlantic's faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art, and technology in all disciplines. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes.

The Instructional Design Support staff helps instructional designers develop high-quality courses for all learning environments in a higher education setting.

The Instructional Design Assistants for this job are scrappy and resilient and works optimally in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment. They support excellence in course development by becoming familiar with adult learning theory, instructional design theories, and effective assessment practices. Initiative, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication are essential to this position.

The Instructional Design Support staff analyzes situations to implement quick and effective solutions in a positive team-based approach. This role will create and manage online technology-based academic content and courses in flexible modalities.

Summary of Responsibilities :

Build multiple courses in Canvas LMS according to COCE quality standards.

Communicate with instructional designers to update them on course build progress.

Keep track and store required instructional materials for multiple courses as per COCE protocols.

Report on assignments using COCE’s protocols and tools.

Provide needs-based assistance with completion of departmental instructional projects.

Adhere to project plan milestones and deadlines.

Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.

Work well without direct supervision as well as in team environments.

Perform other duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a concentration in Education, Educational Technology, Instructional Technology, Information Technology, Professional Development, or related degree and two years in instructional technology, instructional design, or related experience required.

Salary : $22 - $28 per hour.

College or Department :

Center for Online and Continuing Education (COCE).

Location : Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours :

Monday - Friday 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm.

Application Deadline :

2025-10-07