I searched several different websites and I narrowed my list to about five careers. One of the careers that really caught my attention was an Instructional Designer for Region’s Financial located in Alabama. The job description for the instructional designer includes identifying training needs for clients, design courseware, evaluate training, and perform project management of training projects. The designer must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and publishing software. The qualifications include experience in designing course content, banking experience, using ADDIE model to design instruction, use a variety of delivery methods for instruction, and have project management experience. Educational requirements include a Master’s Degree in Instructional Design or Instructional Technology or Bachelors degree in Education, or one to three years experience in Instructional Design.
I would consider applying for this job once I receive my degree. Sometimes I feel that maybe I would be happier outside the classroom. In working with this company I feel that I would still have the opportunity to design instruction but it would be for a different audience. I also feel that I would be highly qualified since I have a Bachelor’s in Education and, in the future, a Master’s in Instructional Technology. I would not be excited about relocating to Alabama. I would hate to move so far from my family and friends.
If you are interested in checking out this job the website name is American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) and the url is www.astd.org
6 comments:
I hate that teaching wasn't your thing but it is great that the class has helped you find other possibilities. It is a great field with such diverse opportunities.
I didn't realize that there were so many careers available with this degree either. I am thankful that so many opportunities will be available to us.
I agree with the last comment! I didn't realize how many jobs were available with this degree either. I only looked at ASTD's website, but there were plenty of jobs in instructional design and technology there. They were in all parts of the country so you could pretty much pick where you want to move to! (I didn't have that luxury with a Marine husband!)
It is shocking to see that the majority of the jobs that I came across have nothing to do working in a school system. I guess when i think about instruction, my mind goes to the classroom.
To add on to what Tim said, from my corporate perspective, I often forget that I have counterparts in the schools. But, I feel that you all have probably the most important role. Without what you all do in the schools, the rest of us would have nothing with which to work.
Mary,
The good thing about Instructional Technology is that there are so many different arenas to focus on. So if the classroom wasn't your "cup of tea" there is still much hope! Another thing I like about the field is that once you learn the fundamentals you can apply it to any setting. I'm confident that we chose the right field!
Shaneir
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