Learning Design Assistant - Cape Town, South Africa - Construct Education

Construct Education

Verified Company

Cape Town, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Location:
Cape Town

Reporting Line:
Lead Learning Designer (AU)

Working Practices:
Minimum two days a week in the office with option to work flexibly for remaining days

Contract:
Fixed-term Contract (6 months)

Working hours: 07H00 TO 15H30

Role summary

The Learning Design team is responsible for developing and implementing innovative and effective online learning outcomes that reflects current best practice in this area.

This role will work with academic and technical employees to assist with the creation of online learning programs that comply with agreed quality standards, whilst also ensuring that the online design optimizes the student learning experience.

Key responsibilities:

With direction from the Lead Learning Designer and Learning Designers in the pod, assist with the design, development and implementation of effective and innovative online learning techniques and strategies to create a best practice online student experience within tight timeframes
Assist with the creation of learning experiences that are in line with OES's quality standards, OES's Pedagogy Principles and that are innovative, engaging, active and learnercentered
Collaborate with the broader learning design team around unit development scoping, deliverables and timeframes
Liaise with Digital Learning Specialists to assist with the creation of online learningcentred tools to deliver a best practice online student experience
Regularly evaluate and analyse online practices and delivery methods with respect to the achievement of student learning outcomes
Contribute to a professional culture and working environment that is based on the premise that happy and engaged people are essential to the success of the business
Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting to the internal teaching team once units of study are being delivered to students.

Key relationships:

Internal

Lead Learning Designer
Senior Learning Designer
Learning Designers
Digital Learning Specialists
Editorial, Quality Assurance, and Information Specialist
Lead Unit Coordinators, Unit Coordinators and eLA's

External

University partner Academics

What does success look like?

Strong relationships established with stakeholders and colleagues to ensure delivery of programs for the commencement of each teaching period
A positive, 'can do' attitude
Collaboration with others to ensure that learning activities promote student engagement, student retention and learning.

Requirements:

Essential Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Learning Design
Essential

Some knowledge of learning design pertaining to an online learning environment

Desirable

Some experience in the conversion of classroombased learning content to an online learning environment

Qualifications
Essential

An undergraduate degree and/or post graduate qualification

Desirable

Some understanding of the tertiary teaching environment where contemporary approaches to learnercentred, flexible education was apparent

Technology
Essential

Some understanding of online technologies and Learning Management systems including, Canvas, Moodle and editing and design software
Proficient in use of Microsoft suite (Word, Excel) and Adobe

Desirable

Demonstrated experience in innovative design and delivery methods and tools for online teaching
Some experience using basic coding such as HTML

Pedagogy
Essential

An understanding of adult learning principles

Communication, Teamwork and Project Management
Essential

Some experience in managing key project timeframes and quality
The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
Proven ability to work proactively as part of a team

Benefits

These are some of the perks you can expect when you join the team:

Flexible working hours
Generous annual leave policy
Paid maternity, parental, and study leave benefits in line with policy
Learning and development opportunities within a global team
Fun events organized by the Construct Social Committee

ABOUT CONSTRUCT EDUCATION

Construct Education is a strategic digital learning solutions company specializing in the design of innovative, impactful, and bespoke digital learning experiences.

As a wholly-owned subsidiary of OES, a global leader in education solutions, we continue to push the boundaries of online education.

Construct Education is a fee-for-service partner to institutions, and organizations worldwide, creating digital learning experiences that empower both learners and educators.

We are committed to redefining online education in a way that prepares learners for real-world challenges and helps them succeed in their careers.

We are on a mission to transform online learning and bridge the gap between education and employment. Our vision is for everyone to have access to meaningful education through superior online program