Nova Scotia Community College

What you will be doing:

• You will be working as an integral part of the team supporting ASL and Deaf Interpreter programming
• You will be responsible for the design, development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of instructional materials, activities, and assessment tools for NSCC online/blended ASL courses and programs
• You will work closely with various NSCC groups including other instructional designers, production assistants, curriculum consultants, subject matter experts, and faculty.
• You will collaborate with external stakeholders within the Deaf community such as industry representatives and community organizations.
• You are current and comfortable with the latest technologies and Deaf education.

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a university undergraduate degree and a recognized Professional Certification/Designation in Instructional Design or equivalent combination of education credentials and certifications within the subject area.
• You have a minimum of five years (full time equivalent) of recent and relevant experience in the area of developing, designing and supporting online courses and programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Deaf culture and fluency in American Sign Language (ASLPI 4 or above).
• Preferred experience in curriculum design for programs in Deaf education or interpreting services.
• You have demonstrated knowledge of adult learning techniques and assessment strategies with experience with educational technologies.
• You are aware of Universal Design for Learning and culturally responsive pedagogy and have experience incorporating these principles into course design.
• You are familiar and comfortable using a Mac platform, Microsoft Office suite, Adobe tools and Canva.
• Demonstrated fluency in industry standard software and technologies.
• Experience with eLearning authoring software packages such as Articulate Storyline and Camtasia is considered an asset.
• Experience working with a learning management system, such as Brightspace, would be considered an asset.
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology, and you are committed to using technology to create an exceptional student experience.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and value culture in a respectful learning space.
• You have the ability to communicate effectively in ASL and written English.
• You have knowledge of interpreting programs, technologies and current trends in Deaf studies and the interpreting profession.
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills that enable you to interact with a diversity of people and support resolution of issues.
• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• You have exceptional organizational skills, are detail oriented, self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience working in an adult learning environment and Deaf studies would be considered an asset.
• Experience working in curriculum development would be considered an asset.

We value Diversity and Inclusion

The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

All NSCC positions are advertised every Tuesday and Thursday. To learn more about us and our hiring process, please follow this link.

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.