Graduate Assistant Hourly for Instructional Design Support

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Dec 23, 2024
Graduate Assistant Hourly for Instructional Design Support Graduate Assistant Hourly for Instructional Design Support Hiring Department: Instructional Design & Media Production Studio (IDMPS) Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1029017 Posting Close Date: 01/31/2025 Salary: The hourly wage for this position is $31.03 About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary The Instructional Design and Media Production Studio (IDMPS) serves as a new innovation space for the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). Our aim is to support instructional innovation across colleges and programs. Reporting to the Associate Director of Instructional Design at The Studio, the Graduate Assistant for IDMPS would be responsible for building and editing course elements designed by the instructional design team and remediating instructional materials produced by UIC instructors and third-party vendors. Graduate Assistants can expect to gain skills and experience in design, accessibility, and learning management systems. Duties & Responsibilities Build online course sites and edit course materials and media. Implement the structure and organization of the course designed by an instructional designer through the building of learning modules, folders, overviews, wrap-ups, etc. Build and edit course elements, including assessments, learning activities, and instructional materials designed by the instructional designer. Apply remediation techniques to attachments created by the instructor or third-parties to improve accessibility of course materials. Add attachments to course sites as directed by the instructional designer. Add hyperlinked materials and tools as directed by the instructional designer. Perform other related duties and assist the team in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Must be a full time Graduate degree seeking student at UIC. Academic record minimum 3.0 GPA. Basic proficiency in using Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Blackboard or Canvas. Understanding of accessibility standards and tools for creating accessible content. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Enrollment in or completion of a graduate program in education, computer science, project management, design, or a related field. Experience in building learning modules, assessments, and instructional materials. Knowledge of HTML and CSS. Previous experience in instructional design or media production settings. Experience in customer service roles. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of instructional design principles and models for creating effective learning experiences. Knowledge of digital learning management systems like Blackboard or Canvas. Skill in identifying and resolving issues in digital systems. Technical proficiency in using basic HTML/CSS for web content. Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaboration. High level of accuracy and attention to detail (e.g., grammar, spelling) for tasks such as creating closed captioning and developing learning materials. Ability to work collaboratively and independently with only moderate supervision. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines efficiently. Ability to provide customer service that addresses needs efficiently and fosters a positive experience. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Looking for more University of Illinois positions? We invite you to search for positions at each of the University of Illinois locations, the University of Illinois System Office and the University of Illinois Foundation. The University of Illinois System Office supports the primary missions of teaching, research, public service, and economic development for all of the Universities and offers positions in all locations. 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