Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open—access college. Southwest has four campuses/centers from which it offers over 100 programs and over 20 technical certificate programs.

We foster student success, transform lives, and increase the educational level of a growing community in Shelby County. Southwest is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Title: Instructional Designer

Employee Classification: Other Professionals

Institution: Southwest Tennessee Community College

Department: Engaged Teaching and Learning

Campus Location: SWTCC - Multiple Campus Locations

Job Summary

The Instructional Designer is a full-time, 12-month professional staff position that supports the development of high-quality, engaging, and accessible instructional courses and materials across all learning modalities. Reporting to the Director of Engaged Teaching and Learning, the Instructional Designer works collaboratively with faculty and academic departments to apply instructional design principles, integrate educational technologies, and enhance the student learning experience.

Job Duties

• Instructional Design and Technology Support
  • Assist and guide faculty in designing, revising, and organizing course content, learning outcomes, activities, and assessments using best practices in instructional design.
  • Support the application of design models (e.g., backward design, Universal Design for Learning, etc).
  • Apply digital accessibility and best practices in course design to all courses and materials.
  • Work collaboratively with faculty and academic departments to support the development of new and redesigned courses.
  • Serve as a resource to faculty for incorporating effective pedagogical strategies and learning technologies into their courses.
  • Assist with the integration of educational technologies and digital tools, including LMS features (e.g., D2L), video platforms, and select AI tools to support instruction.
• Training and Resource Development and Delivery
  • Assist in the development of faculty-facing guides, resources, and tutorials on course design and technology use.
  • Facilitate workshops and one-on-one consultations with faculty on course design, delivery and educational technology integration.
  • Track assigned projects and contribute to documentation, quality assurance, and evaluation processes.
  • Participate in ongoing training and development to strengthen instructional design knowledge and skills.
  • Model effective instructional practices during trainings and events.
• Perform Other Duties Assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in instructional design, education, curriculum development, educational technology, or a closely related field.
  
• Foundational understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theory.
  
• Experience working with a learning management system (e.g., D2L, Canvas, Blackboard).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with course development in higher education or corporate training environments.
  
• Familiarity with digital accessibility standards and universal design for learning.
  
• Interest or experience in applying emerging technologies such as generative AI, adaptive learning, or multimedia tools in educational settings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with faculty and team members.
  
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

• Standard office environment with minimal noise levels.
• A collaborative academic setting with cross-functional engagement.
• Occasional evening/weekend programming.
• Ability to travel for conferences and events.
• Sitting, bending, moving, lifting, and carrying materials that weigh up to 20 pounds.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify Human Resources in writing at least five (5) days in advance of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

First consideration will be given to current Southwest Tennessee Community College employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

In order to be considered for the position, the following items must be uploaded:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

A summary of our benefits can be found below: 

https://www.southwest.tn.edu/hr/benefits-overview.php

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities. 

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:  LeVetta Hudson, Vice President of People & Culture, myhr@southwest.tn.edu, 737 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, 901-333-5000. See the full non-discrimination policy.