Virtual Instructor

CGS is seeking dedicated and dynamic Virtual Instructors to join our instructional delivery services team. As a Virtual Instructor, you will play a crucial role in delivering engaging and interactive online learning experiences for a leading plasma donation organization. Your expertise in the subject matter, combined with your passion for education and technology, will help shape the future of plasma center technical training. 

 Responsibilities 

• Facilitate synchronous and asynchronous virtual instruction, fostering an interactive and engaging learning environment.
• Utilize a variety of multimedia tools, platforms, and technologies including mixed and extended reality to enhance the learning experience.
• Tailor your instructional delivery approach to accommodate different learning styles and abilities within a virtual setting.
• Provide clear explanations of complex concepts and encourage learner participation and critical thinking.
• Facilitate discussions, group activities, and projects to promote collaborative learning among learners in video-streamed and virtual reality environments.
• Monitor and assess learner progress, providing timely feedback and support to address individual learning needs.
• Maintain an online presence throughout the instructional day, promptly responding to learner inquiries and concerns via email, chat, and other communication channels.
• Stay current with emerging trends and best practices in virtual instruction and online education.
• Collaborate with instructional designers, technology support teams, and fellow instructors to continuously improve the virtual learning experience.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and subject matter expertise.
• Uphold academic integrity and ethical standards in all interactions and assessments. 

Qualifications 

• 3+ years of blood banking experience in a donor or patient facing role and post-secondary training or equivalent work experience in the following areasMedical screening.
• Phlebotomy.
• Plasmapheresis or automated collection device operation and instrumentation.
• Handling of adverse donor reactions.
• Sample specimen collection and processing. 
• Experience with virtual or online learning, showcasing an understanding of how to foster engaging and effective learning environments. 
• A strong command of virtual classroom technologies, video conferencing tools, and multimedia resources.
• Moderate proficiency in the use of:
• Learning management systems (LMS) to document training.
• Microsoft Excel to collect structured data used by various information management systems.