Instructional Technology Specialist, Penn State Great Valley

Pennsylvania State University

Job Overview

Location

Remote

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• The Instructional Technology Specialist at Penn State Great Valley plays a vital role in advancing online learning by collaborating with faculty and subject matter experts to design, develop, and support high-quality digital courses and workforce development experiences.
• Day to day, the specialist manages assigned projects from concept to delivery, oversees scope, timelines, and deliverables, and uses technology-enhanced systems—including Canvas, Canvas Catalog, Articulate 360, and Adobe Creative Suite—to create accessible, engaging multimedia content across multiple delivery formats.
• The role is part of Penn State’s School of Graduate and Professional Studies online learning design team, which focuses on innovative, pedagogically sound learning solutions for credit and noncredit programs.
• In this position, the individual will deepen expertise in instructional design, educational technology integration, accessibility standards (including Universal Design for Learning), and project management while contributing to process improvements and documentation within a collaborative, mission-driven team.

🎯 Requirements

• Demonstrated collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective professional relationships
• Working knowledge of Canvas and Canvas Catalog
• Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination) for Intermediate level; 3+ years for Advanced level

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick time)
• Generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children
• Opportunity to work remotely without requiring relocation to Penn State Great Valley campus
• Access to Penn State’s commitment to equity, respect, and belonging through inclusive workplace initiatives

Skills & Technologies

Remote

Degree Required

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About Pennsylvania State University

The Pennsylvania State University is a public, state-related research university founded in 1855 and headquartered in University Park, Pennsylvania. One of the largest U.S. universities, it enrolls about 90,000 students across 24 campuses and offers more than 275 baccalaureate majors. A land-, sea-, space-, and sun-grant institution, Penn State conducts roughly $1 billion in annual research expenditures, ranking among the nation’s top research universities. Its academic profile spans engineering, business, medicine, agricultural sciences, and liberal arts, complemented by extensive extension and outreach programs. The Nittany Lions athletic teams compete in NCAA Division I and the Big Ten Conference.

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