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Instructional Design & Training Specialist

TEKsystems
$55.00 - $65.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Rhode Island, Johnston
Apr 07, 2025
Description We are seeking a dynamic and experienced learning designer and facilitator to join our Project, Process, and Change Practices team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, facilitating, refining and maintaining project, change and process management curriculum for global audiences in various formats (in-person, virtual and hybrid). This role will be embedded within our team and will play a crucial role in enhancing the skills and knowledge of our own team and the broader organization, ensuring successful project, process and change management execution. Responsibilities: Curriculum and Course Design: Develop and maintain comprehensive training programs on project management, change management, and business process improvement, tailored to internal audiences, practices and organizational needs. Refinement and Maintenance: Continuously evaluate and update training materials based on feedback and best practices to ensure they meet organizational standards. Learning Needs Assessments: Conduct assessments to identify skill gaps and align training programs with organizational goals. Facilitation: Conduct engaging training sessions, both in-person and virtually, to ensure effective learning and skill development. Collaboration: Work with project teams, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to ensure training content is relevant and aligned with organizational goals. Course Evaluation and Analysis: Develop assessment tools to measure the effectiveness of training programs and identify areas for improvement. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of training activities, participant progress, feedback, and metrics. Reporting: Implement regular reporting to track progress against goals and promote organizational awareness and adoption. Experience: 5-7 years designing and developing engaging instructional materials and training programs using established instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM). Demonstrated experience creating high-quality training content in various formats, including e-learning modules, instructor-led training (ILT), virtual instructor-led training (VILT), train-the-trainers, job aids, and other educational resources for global audiences. Experience in gamification to design and implement gamified learning experiences to increase engagement and motivation. History of designing assessments, evaluations, and feedback mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of training programs and learner performance. Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Rise, Camtasia) and multimedia tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) to develop interactive training content, videos, animations, and graphics. Knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) to ensure instructional materials support diverse learners. Proficiency in using training software and tools, as well as virtual training platforms. Experience with using and managing LMS platforms for course creation, enrollment, tracking, and reporting. Bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, instructional technology, or a subject-matter area paired with a teaching credential is a plus. Understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall), project management tools, and change management frameworks is a plus. Skills Training development, Training materials, Development, instructional training, instructional development, job aid Top Skills Details Training development, Training materials, Development, instructional training, instructional development, job aid Additional Skills & Qualifications Key Skills: Data-Driven Instructional Design: Utilizing data analytics to inform and refine instructional strategies and materials. Application of Adult Learning Principles: Knowledge of adult learning theories and principles to design effective training programs for adult learners. Training Facilitation: Ability to deliver engaging and interactive training sessions, effectively managing group dynamics while adapting facilitation techniques to meet diverse learner needs and styles. PowerPoint and Presentation Design: Proficiency in creating visually appealing and impactful PowerPoint presentations, with a strong understanding of design principles to enhance the delivery of training content and engage learners effectively. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey and translate complex or technical information clearly and effectively to diverse, non-technical audiences. Project Management: Ability to manage multiple instructional design projects end-to-end, simultaneously, including timelines, resources, and stakeholder communication. Collaboration and Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with subject matter experts (SMEs), trainers, and other stakeholders to ensure the relevance and accuracy of training content. Adaptability and Flexibility: Ability to manage through ambiguity, adapt to changing requirements, and incorporate feedback to continuously improve training programs. Problem-Solving and Analysis: Strong analytical skills to evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on data and learner feedback. Creativity and Innovation: Ability to think creatively and innovatively to design engaging and effective learning experiences. Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in all training materials and documentation. Autonomy and Independence: Ability to work in a high-performing team in a fast-paced, complex environment Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Johnston,RI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.