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Adult ESL e-Learning Specialist (Instructional Designer) - Consultant
Dallas, TX
Job Description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees delivers lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
Background of the project
Scope of work
- IRC Dallas is recruiting an instructional designer with ESL teaching experience to design and develop a 40-hour asynchronous ESL course. The course content will be focused on topics relevant to English proficiency development at the A1-A2 CEFR level.
- The "Consultant" will:
- Develop course scope and sequence, outlines with learning objectives and anchor texts/resources for each module.
- Write course script, develop course assets (downloadable, graphics, videos, etc.), and write knowledge checks/assessments.
- Solicit feedback and integrate from stakeholders at key junctures in content development.
- Research and propose course platform and development applications/software based aligned to IRC goals, budget, staffing, and sustainability considerations.
- Prepare course storyboard, build course prototype and all course modules.
- Solicit and respond to user feedback on content and technical issues.
- The "Consultant" will work under the direction of the Adult Education Supervisor and in close collaboration with the Education and Learning Manager and Curriculum Specialist and will be responsible for the course's content development.
- The "Consultant" Instructional Designer will be expected to complete a 40-hour asynchronous course within the contract period.
Deliverables:
- The "Consultant" will work with E&L Manager and Adult Education Supervisor to evaluate and choose the best Learning Management System to use for the Dallas ELI Asynchronous Course project.
- The "Consultant" will survey potential hosting service providers to find the most competitive hosting rate for the LMS
- The "Consultant" will work with E&L Manager and Adult Education Supervisor and identify and select the most advantageous e-learning tools, authoring tools, and other A/V products needed to create the course.
- The "Consultant" will work with the E&L Manager and Adult Education Supervisor to build a curricular skeleton for this 40-hour course (Approximately 8 weeks' worth of content) to detail the components of each module including:
- Lesson Learning Objectives
- Summative Assessment Techniques
- Grammatical Components
- Language Mechanics
- Lesson Learning Outcomes
- Four Skills Development Activities
- Multimedia and Educational Tools to be used to deliver critical content
- LMS Module Layout
- Other components as needed
- The "Consultant" will work independently to develop 8-10 modules to include, for which each module will/may include:
- Voice over PPT lectures
- Talking Head lectures
- Assessments
- Gamified activities
- Supplemental worksheets, activities, and downloadable
- Other materials or content as needed
- The "Consultant" should complete the content for 1 module every 2 weeks which would include the construction of the module on the LMS as well as all testing required.
- The "Consultant" will meet bi-weekly with the Education and Learning Manager and the Adult Education Supervisor to detail progress on the ESL Course.
- The "Consultant" may also be required to engage in meetings with other ELI staff at the discretion of the Education and Learning Manager.
Requirements:
- 3 to 5 years of experience developing innovative online learning courses and multimedia training products.
- Knowledge of instructional design methods such as ADDIE, Gagne, and Constructive Alignment.
- In-depth knowledge and experience with eLearning and multimedia platforms (such as Captivate, Articulate, Premiere, Camtasia, Final Cut, etc.)
- 1-3 years of experience teaching ESL to adults from culturally diverse backgrounds using culturally responsive strategies; experience working with refugees or other forcibly displaced populations preferred;
- Bachelor's degree required; master's degree or TESOL certificate preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and professional presentation skills;
- Strong attention to detail; excellent editing and proofreading skills
- Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task and complete work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in general office software programs, e.g., Microsoft Office suite
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
3 to 5 years
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