E-Learning Developer

About Orbis Education

Orbis Education is changing the face of healthcare education. We specialize in accelerated degree programs focused exclusively on healthcare professions. By bridging the gap between healthcare systems and universities, we provide students with the tools necessary to meet the demands of healthcare employers. We leverage our expertise to expand universities’ pre-licensure healthcare programs, and ultimately, produce thousands of high-quality graduates ready to enter the workforce. Each and every Orbis team member plays a role in this process. The solution is working. We have successfully educated thousands of licensed professionals with unmatched outcomes.We pride ourselves on finding unique, genuine individuals who have a passion for education and thrive on creating a culture of excellence. Orbis is seeking self-motivated individuals who want to make an impact in the lives of our students.

Job Summary

The E-Learning Developer (ELD) works closely with Instructional Designers (ID) and the Quality Assurance (QA) team to create assets to facilitate student learning. The ELD uses e-learning tools to create learning objects, presentations, and videos, and will format documents for accessibility, create visual assets, and develop training materials for team members.Salary range is $45,000-$55,000 annually (DOE).

Duties & Responsibilities

This position is responsible for creating and supporting online courses. This includes the following areas:

• Convert and revise online higher education courses
• Work with the ID to build new, and revise existing, online courses
• Create and configure online courses on the LMS based on specifications in a design document from the ID
• Work with the ID and Subject Matter Experts (SME) to identify areas of opportunity to improve instructional media or media development processes
• Assist in quality analysis of online courses as needed
• Use e-learning authoring tools to create/convert online course content or materials
• Remain current with, and have a thorough understanding of the latest technology, tools, and trends in online education and instructional media
• Develop ADA compliant course material
• Provide training to Orbis team, students, and faculty
• Contribute to job aids, process documentation, and training materials
• Provide LMS training to students and faculty where necessary
• Train internal staff on eLearning tools, LMS platforms, and other team-related procedures
• Provide technical support to staff, students, and faculty
• Work with the E-Learning Team to support course set up and maintenance each semester
• Limited travel required with notice

Education, Experience & Qualifications

Competencies:

• Enthusiasm for helping others quickly resolve issues and comfort in a support role
• High attention to detail and commitment to a quality product
• Strong aesthetic design composition and typographic abilities
• Beginner knowledge of fundamental e-learning authoring tools and/or online learning platforms
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills
• Technologically independent and able to work as part of a virtual team
• Flexible and able to track, prioritize, and follow up on multiple projects
• Strong analytical skills and comfort in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to build and manage relationships with staff, faculty, and students
• Ability to quickly learn how to use e-learning authoring design/development tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Storyline, Lectora Publisher, etc.)
• General understanding of ADA compliance standards and WCAG 2.0

Preferred Experience:

• Basic knowledge of or experience with learning management systems (LMS) and/or learning content management systems (LCMS) such as Canvas, Blackboard, D2L, ANGEL, Sakai, WebCT, Vista, etc., or content management systems (CMS) such as Wordpress, Drupal, or Joomla
• Previous work in a support role
• Any programming or database experience would be applicable

Education and Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Educational/Instructional Technology, Interactive Media Design, Graphic Design, Instructional Design or a related field

Key skills/competency

• E-Learning Development
• Instructional Design
• Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Course Creation
• Multimedia Development
• Accessibility Compliance (ADA, WCAG)
• Technical Support
• Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Adult Learning Principles
• Educational Technology