Instructional Design Manager - Modesto, United States - Digital NEST Inc.

Description

Full-time: 100% FTE, 40 hours per week


Compensation:
$60,000-67,000 annual salary


Benefits Overview:

Medical, vision, dental and life insurance, vacation and sick time off, paid federal holidays, and retirement plan (See full job description for more details).

Organization Size: 50+ Employees


Reports to:
VP of Programs

Location(s): Priority to Modesto or Stockton, open to Watsonville, Salinas or Gilroy.


ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW:

Digital NEST is a workforce development center that has welcomed thousands of youth from working-class, farmworker communities to develop the technical and professional skills they need to achieve their dreams.

It is an exciting time for the NEST.

We are focused on growth and expansion to five communities across The Monterey Bay and San Joaquin Valley Regions in Northern California by the end of 2026.

Digital NEST has Centers in the heart of Watsonville, Salinas, Gilroy and Modesto. The final Digital NEST Center is expected to launch in Stockton in the summer of 2024.


JOB OVERVIEW:

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Curriculum Development and Instructional Support (60%)

• Conduct needs assessments and assists instructors in defining culturally responsive learning objectives, designing engaging learning activities, and developing assessments aligned with instructional goals that support positive socioemotional development.
• Design and facilitate workshops and training sessions to build instructors' capacity in effective instructional strategies, technology integration, learner engagement techniques, and creating inclusive learning environments that address students' socioemotional needs.
• Develop inclusive curriculum and instructional materials tailored for high school seniors to collegeage young adults, including English language learners (ELL), with a holistic approach to member learning and development.
• Promote and integrate best practices in Project Based Learning (PBL) and Challenge Based Learning (CBL) methodologies within curriculum development, providing guidance and resources to instructors on effective implementation.
• Collaborate with our Career Services team to integrate our NESTed professional skills profile, designed to support professional soft skills and socioemotional learning (SEL) principles, into academic curriculum.
• Collaborate with a team of instructors to provide guidance and support in implementing best practices in instruction and facilitation for 1424 year olds.
• Solidify organizational best practices for supporting English Language Learners (ELL) and integrate those into the instructor's curriculum.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by providing constructive feedback and promoting professional development opportunities for instructors.

LMS Implementation and Management (20%)

• Lead the implementation and administration of a new Learning Management System (LMS) to support organizational training initiatives, ensuring accessibility and usability for diverse learners, including ELL students.
• Configure and customize the LMS platform based on organizational requirements, optimizing functionality for effective content delivery and student engagement.
• Provide technical support and training to instructors and staff on LMS features, course creation, report generation and content management.

Curriculum Evaluation and Enhancement (20%)

• Collaborate on the development and implementation of systems for regular evaluation and updates of annual curriculum offerings based on industry trends, learner feedback, and instructional effectiveness.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of existing curriculum materials, assessments, and learning resources to identify areas for improvement or revision.
• Monitor and analyze curriculum performance metrics, conducting evaluations to assess program outcomes and identify opportunities for refinement and innovation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or faculty development roles, preferably in an educational or training setting.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading a team or body of work and/or projects.
• Demonstrated skill in designing inclusive curriculum for diverse student populations, supporting ELL students in academic settings and integrating socioemotional learning.
• Proven expertise in implementing and managing Learning Management Systems (LMS), with experience in system administration and user support.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and collaborate effectively with crossfunctional teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of instructional design principles, project based learning, adult learning theory, and assessment strategies.
• Strong curriculum evaluation, instructional