Position: Director of Instructional Design & Content Development
About: Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts is a leading accredited provider of online and campus-based culinary training and education. The school’s professional programs offer a classic and contemporary approach to modern industry skills training with a sustainability-centered and business-focused curriculum. Professional programs in Culinary Arts and Pastry Arts are available both online and at ground campuses in Austin, Texas, and Boulder, Colorado. Escoffier also offers enthusiast training online and on-ground. If you’re looking for a dynamic, fast-paced growth opportunity, we’d like to hear from you.
Requirements: A minimum of a master’s degree in Education, Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, or related field highly desired, or a combination of formal education and applicable work experience is required; Expertise in developing engaging and effective learning experiences using instructional design models like ADDIE, Bloom’s Taxonomy, or backward design; Proficiency in the latest learning management systems (LMS) and educational technologies including knowledge of e-learning tools, multimedia content creation, and emerging trends like gamification and microlearning; Strong leadership skills to manage a team of instructional designers, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders; Project management expertise to oversee multiple projects, set timelines, allocate resources, and ensure instructional quality and consistency across programs; A minimum of seven years of experience in course or curriculum design; Best practice experience of instructional design principles, electronic learning, coaching, assessments, course materials, and adult learning; Experience with interactive teaching methods, developing teaching materials, and designing learning activities; Proven competence in instructional design that showcases understanding of adult learning theory with the ability to creatively design, deploy, and operationalize complex, innovative leadership development and organizational development solutions; Demonstrated ability to evaluate the effectiveness of learning materials; Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all members of a learning team, faculty, multimedia production, and learning management system platforms to create a learning environment that is service-oriented, supportive, engaging, and effective for learners; Ability to future-think and envision design, implement, and operationalize creative program design elements; Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, ability to navigate complex landscapes and multifaceted projects; Attention to detail and the ability to engage learners at all levels of the organizational hierarchy.
Benefits: Competitive salary, Healthcare benefits, Professional development opportunities, Flexible work schedule, Collaborative work environment
