Instructional Design Coordinator

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children’s Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and social service solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

In 2021, Canopy Children’s Solutions received the certification of a Great Place to Work. Canopy’s employees are charged with building a healthy work culture within their teams that focus on trust and the collective goal of helping kids thrive and families overcome extraordinary challenges.

Instructional Design Coordinator Overview:

• The Organizational Development & Training (ODT) Instructional Design Coordinator is responsible for the ongoing development of training curricula and resources.
• Responsible for instructional design and development of Canopy’s training products and curricula in coordination with the ODT Manager and leadership.
• Utilizes the organization’s subject matter experts and live training events to produce online training resources.
• Must be certified in organization required trainings and assist with the provision of training to employees.
• Ability to train using standardized curriculum for organization approved practices and models.
• Implement and manage live training events including webinars, workshops, symposiums, and conferences.
• Must be solution oriented and able to work constructively and cooperatively with the field and all levels of management and administration.

Job Responsibilities:

Instructional Design

• Coordinate with the ODT Manager to develop training resources;
• Design & revise online courses and curricula, including video library for orientation & annual training.
• Meet with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop content for online courses;
• Design, maintain and update training materials as assigned: course agendas, presentations, handouts, and training curricula;
• Maintain a storage plan for eLearning assets, including video and course files.
• Monitor compliance of eLearning content, in accordance with regulatory authorities and the federal and state laws.
• Provide training and technical support to employees and others who interact with the learning management system.
• Training materials development for in-CIRCLE trainings
  • New trauma pilot (PowerPoints, media, etc.)
  • NCFAS training
  • Course development for in-CIRCLE specific training in coordination with Subject Matter Experts
• Support for online in-CIRCLE trainings, including Zoom moderation and facilitation.

Live Training

• Complete trainer certifications as assigned and maintain active trainer status.
• Training includes assisting with new hire, annual and program training including program symposiums or conferences.
• Provide training presentations in areas of certification as assigned.
• Provide training presentations based on subject matter expertise.
• Schedule and provide customized trainings.
• Travel to region and local sites to conduct or oversee training events or sessions, occasionally involves overnight travel.
• Provide training logistical support.

Other Duties

• Develop and carry out personal professional development plan.
• Assist the ODT manager with the management of Continuing Education, including online registration, record keeping, maintaining files, registration at CE events, and CE certificates.
• Attend Organizational Development and Training staff meetings.
• Participate in organization committees and work groups as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Education, Social Sciences Technology, or related field of study required, plus a minimum of two (2) years of teaching or workforce development training required.
• Experience with online e-learning management systems required. Proficient in computer skills and software programs including but not limited to: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Captivate or Articulate and Adobe Creative Cloud. Experienced with the use of audiovisual equipment.
• Knowledge of basic principles, methods, and techniques involved in the development and administration of training.
• Must possess a valid Mississippi driver’s license and be able to be covered by the organization’s insurance carrier.
• Possible travel up to 10%.
• Master’s Degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities