Online Pedagogy and Instructional Design Specialist

Position Summary:       

YU Global seeks an experienced online pedagogy specialist to improve the educational quality of both existing and newly created courses. This talented educator will ensure that our offerings are pedagogically sound, engaging, and effectively tailored to meet the needs of adult learners seeking workplace skills and professionals pursuing continuing education. The ideal candidate will bring experience in online education, a deep understanding of adult learning principles, proficiency with instructional design applications and platforms, a passion for creating transformative learning experiences, and the drive to support adults through interactive online learning experiences. 

Position Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:     

• Online Pedagogy: Work with YU Global’s Course Development Manager and course constructors to improve the learning experience in both existing and new courses by recommending strategies and technologies to enhance learner engagement and improve learning outcomes. Stay informed of emerging trends, tools, and methodologies in online education and implement innovations to enhance the learning experience and outcomes. Analyze feedback from learners and faculty to inform continuous improvement of course design and delivery. 
• Instructional Design: Assist with design improvement of existing course modules and the creation of pedagogically sound design elements including activities, knowledge checks, and assignments. 
• Video Production: Creation of engaging and culturally sensitive videos that are consistent with best practices of online pedagogy. 
• Course Facilitation: Serve as facilitator for a number of YU Global online courses. 
• Learner Support Specialist: Provide compassionate and effective support to learners experiencing challenges that lie beyond the capabilities of the course facilitator. 

Experience & Educational Background:

• Master’s degree or higher in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field. A Ph.D. is preferred. 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in online education, specifically in designing and evaluating online courses for adult and continuing education. 
• Demonstrated expertise in adult learning theories, distance learning pedagogies, and educational technology integration. 
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and instructional design platforms (especially the Articulate 360 suite). 
• Experience providing support to adult learners in an online educational setting. 

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess educational content and pedagogy critically. 
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proven track record of working effectively with cross-functional teams. 
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Creative and proactive problem-solver   

Salary Range:

$70,000-$75,000

About Us:        

Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more. 

We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve.  We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.

The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University’s retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity:    

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.