Instructional Designer Job at Autism Ontario in Toronto

Instructional DesignerContract positionAutism Ontario is a charitable organization with a history of over 50 years representing the thousands of people on the autism spectrum and their families across Ontario. Made up of knowledgeable parents, professionals, and autistic self-advocates who can speak to the key issues that impact autistic individuals and their families, Autism Ontario is the province’s leading source of information and referral on autism, and one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community. Our mission is to create a supportive and inclusive Ontario for autism and we value collaboration, respect, accountability and being evidence informed.

Are you looking for meaningful work that can make a difference in the community? Then Look no further! Autism Ontario is seeking a dynamic Instructional Designer to develop engaging educational content to enhance the learning experiences of our users.Job Summary:Title: Instructional Designer
Reports to: Educational Technology Supervisor
Location: Hybrid: primarily remote, but required to travel to our Provincial Office (1179 King St W, Toronto, ON, M6K 3C5) or a regional office when required
Hours: 37.5hrs per week
Annual Salary: $65,000 - $70,000
Duration: until March 31st, 2025, with an opportunity for extensionPosition OverviewReporting to the Educational Technology Supervisor, the Instructional Designer will play a pivotal role in the successful implementation and management of content for our Learning Management Systems (LMS). The Instructional Designer will be responsible for creating engaging and effective instructional materials that incorporate multimedia elements to enhance learning experiences. This role combines the principles of instructional design, learning experience design, and graphic design to develop content that is accessible and maintains its integrity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in educational design, a keen eye for visual detail, and a commitment to accessibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop content to support learning within Autism Ontario and for the wider public about autism and supporting autistic people,
• Work with subject matter experts to develop learning experiences informed by educational and learning design theories and practices (UDL, Multimedia Learning, Bloom, Gagne, Kirkpatrick, etc.)
• Design, develop and build learning materials through authoring tools, learning management systems (LMS), and Office 365,
• Use educational technology tools to craft interactive and engaging learning activities, videos and resources,
• Consult with other team members to lead them through instructional design processes,
• Organize internal and external reviews of content to ensure they reflect current practice and the needs of the community,
• Provide support and consultation on educational technology tools to support learning,
• Review educational content to ensure accessibility requirements are met,
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree/post secondary in Instructional Design, Learning Experience Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in instructional design, multimedia development, or a related role.
• Knowledge of Autism is an asset.
• Experience in HTML is an asset. 
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and practices, including the ADDIE and/or SAM model, adult learning principles, interactive learning design, blended learning techniques, user experience testing and accessibility standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite. Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Experience with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate, Captivate).
• Knowledge of learning management systems (LMS), specifically Absorb and Brightspace, and content management systems (CMS).
• Excellent collaboration, and project management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a creative approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrate superior oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in French or additional language skills is an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to principles of social justice, neurodiversity, equity, inclusion, anti-    racism, anti-Black racism, anti-ableism

Autism Ontario offers a great work-life balance and a variety of perks, including:

• Flex Hours
• Hybrid working model
• Semi-casual dress code
• 3 weeks vacation, plus years of service days
• 10 paid personal days
• Competitive Benefits Package (including Health, Dental, Vision and more)
• RRSP Contributions
• Professional development opportunities
• A workplace culture that promotes both a collaborative and independent work environment
• You’ll be joining a team of passionate individuals who are looking to make a difference

Interested candidates should provide an updated cover letter and resume by Wednesday, November 27, 2024. We thank everyone for their interest in this position; however, only those candidates invited to interview with us will be contacted.

Autism Ontario is an equal opportunity employer committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, and actively encourages individuals on the autism spectrum and from all equity deserving groups to apply. We welcome qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status or any other legally protected factors.

Autism Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Autism Ontario will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the hiring process.

 

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