📚 Remote Instructional Designer

Salary: $82,000 annually

Do you have a strong drive to design meaningful and transformative educational content in a collaborative and inclusive environment? We seek a Remote Instructional Designer who thrives on creating engaging, learner-centered content that makes a difference. If you're excited to contribute to a diverse team and shape the future of education from anywhere, this opportunity is for you!

🔍 About You: Who We’re Looking For

💡 You Bring Learning to Life

You have a natural talent for designing learning content beyond ticking boxes. Whether transforming complex concepts into digestible modules or turning a static PowerPoint into an engaging experience, you believe learning should be meaningful, immersive, and accessible to everyone.

🌟 You Think Inclusively

You understand that education isn’t one-size-fits-all. Your design process integrates diverse perspectives and addresses varying learning needs. You create content that is not only inclusive but also celebrates the unique backgrounds of all learners.

📚 You’re Detail-Oriented & Strategic

You don’t just design for design’s sake. Every visual, interaction, and piece of content you craft is guided by learning objectives. You use data to back your decisions and constantly explore innovative ways to enhance learning results for individuals from all life paths.

🤝 You Thrive Collaboratively

Teamwork is part of your DNA. Whether engaging with instructional experts, developers, or stakeholders, you foster relationships based on mutual respect, shared goals, and empathy. You’re known for listening actively and contributing positively.

🌈 You Champion Diversity

For you, instructional design is an equity vehicle. You believe all voices deserve to be heard and represented in learning content. From language to imagery, your work reflects a deep commitment to inclusion.

🏡 Role Responsibilities: What You’ll Do

📅 Design & Develop Learning Content

• ✨ Develop interactive eLearning modules, instructor-led sessions, and blended learning paths for diverse audiences.
• ✏️ Write engaging scripts, quizzes, and learning materials that reflect real-world relevance and inclusive language.
• 🌐 Design with accessibility top of mind—adhering to WCAG guidelines and universal design for learning principles.
• 🧪 Conduct usability testing to ensure content resonates with and supports learners of all backgrounds.

🤗 Collaborate Across Teams

• 🪪 Partner with instructional collaborators and experts to ensure content is technically accurate and educationally impactful.
• 🤝 Join agile project teams to co-create and iterate learning experiences with peers and managers.
• 🥊 Champion a collaborative, feedback-friendly environment where ideas from everyone are welcomed and valued.

🔄 Evaluate & Improve Learning Materials

• 🔄 Gather learner feedback and performance metrics to refine course effectiveness.
• ⚖️ Leverage instructional design frameworks such as ADDIE, SAM, and Kirkpatrick’s Four Levels to guide revisions.
• 🎯 Use learning analytics to identify areas for improvement and implement data-informed enhancements.

👨‍🎓 Required Qualifications

• 🎓 Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning Technology, or a related field.
• 📈 Minimum of 3 years of experience creating remote or online instructional materials.
• 🌐 Proficiency in authoring tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise 360, Adobe Captivate, and Camtasia.
• 🌎 Experience working with global teams and designing for multicultural audiences.
• 🔌 Deep understanding of accessibility compliance (e.g., WCAG 2.1) and experience designing for learners with disabilities.
• 🧱 Strong project management skills, capable of juggling multiple priorities with a keen eye for deadlines.
• 🖥️ Familiarity with LMS platforms such as Moodle, Canvas, or Blackboard is a plus.

😊 Why You’ll Love Being Here

🌿 Inclusive Workplace

We are deeply committed to nurturing a welcoming environment where every individual feels respected and seen. Our team embraces inclusion not just as a value—but as a practice in everything we do.

🤞 People-First Culture

Our organizational culture is built on trust, transparency, and well-being. We offer flexible schedules, generous paid time off, and mental health support to help you thrive at work and beyond.

💖 Real Stories, Real Support

Take Jamie’s story, for example. Jamie, who transitioned from a corporate training background, found a welcoming team ready to support their career growth. “Within a few months, I had mentors, tools, and the confidence to lead major projects. It was empowering.”

🛍️ Work From Anywhere

Our fully remote model empowers you to work from where you feel most productive—your home office, a cozy library, or a breezy patio. We believe flexibility fosters creativity and better work-life balance.

💼 Meaningful Work

When you join our team, you contribute to initiatives that educate thousands of learners globally. From onboarding training to professional development, your work directly impacts real people and futures.

📢 Our Core Values

💡 Creativity

We embrace creative risks and celebrate experimentation in the pursuit of meaningful, learner-first content.

🌈 Diversity

We champion inclusion at every level—from team makeup to the content we deliver—because diversity fuels innovation.

🤝 Collaboration

We believe in collective brilliance. By working together, we arrive at more robust and insightful solutions.

🌟 Excellence

We uphold the highest standards in instructional design and continually seek ways to elevate our quality and impact.

🎓 Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We don’t just talk about DEI—we live it. Our DEI strategy is embedded in our daily operations, performance metrics, and leadership goals. We offer:

• Ongoing DEI training for all employees
• Diverse hiring panels
• Safe spaces for open dialogue
• Active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Whether you're LGBTQIA+, a person with disabilities, a veteran, or someone from an underrepresented community, you’ll find a space where your contributions are respected and embraced.

We strive to cultivate a professional culture where every team member can feel respected, appreciated, and encouraged to grow. We welcome applicants from all communities, backgrounds, and perspectives who can bring fresh insights to our team.

🚀 Ready to Join Our Team?

We’d love to hear your story—apply today and bring your passion for inclusive education to a place where your voice truly matters. Every background brings value, and every perspective builds our future. Your ideas, energy, and empathy could be just what we need.

Your future teammates are already cheering you on—we can’t wait to meet you! Published on: Apr 10, 2025