Instructional Designer

CAIA Association

. Design and develop new educational programs, courses, certificates, and microcredentials .

Posted 11/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in instructional design and curriculum development, focusing on creating engaging educational programs and online learning experiences. Proficient in project management, learner analytics, and utilizing emerging educational technologies to enhance learning outcomes.

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Instructional DesignCurriculum DevelopmentLearning Management Systems (LMS)Project ManagementLearning Analytics

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Hard Skills

Educational Program DesignOnline Learning DevelopmentMicrolearning Content CreationAssessment DevelopmentInstructional StrategiesEvidence-Based Instructional DesignContent UpdatingLearning Pathways DevelopmentVideo EditingAdult Learning Principles

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational AbilitiesCollaborationAnalytical ThinkingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365AI-Enabled Learning ToolsLearning Analytics ToolsMultimedia Learning AssetsOnline Learning Modules

Certifications & Qualifications

Absorb CreateATDCPTDInstructional Design Certificates

Industry Keywords

Adult LearningCorporate Instructional DesignHigher Education ProgramsCredentialingContinuing Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop new educational programs, courses, certificates, and microcredentials
Conduct learning needs analyses and identify desired learning outcomes
Create instructional strategies that support learner engagement and knowledge retention
Develop course structures, learning pathways, assessments, and supporting materials
Partner with subject matter experts to transform expertise into effective learning experiences
Review and revise existing educational programs to improve effectiveness and learner outcomes
Update content to reflect current industry developments and best practices
Analyze learner feedback and performance data to identify improvement opportunities
Recommend enhancements to instructional approaches, assessments, and learning technologies
Create online learning modules, assessments and quizzes, microlearning content, multimedia learning assets, and video editing
Ensure alignment between learning objectives, content, instructional activities, and assessments
Apply evidence-based instructional design practices throughout development
Build or support course implementation within the LMS
Collaborate with technical teams on learning platform requirements
Ensure learning experiences function effectively across delivery formats
Stay current on emerging educational technologies and AI-enabled learning tools
Reports to the Associate Director, Educational Programs
Manage multiple projects simultaneously

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Education, Learning Experience Design, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and professional experience
3+ years of instructional design or curriculum development experience
Demonstrated experience designing educational programs for adult learners
Strong understanding of instructional design models
Experience developing online and blended learning experiences
Excellent written and verbal communication, and editing skills
Strong project management and organizational abilities
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools
Availability during CAIA’s core U.S. business hours, generally 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred: Prior instructional design experience in a corporate setting
Preferred: Relevant certifications (Absorb Create, ATD, CPTD, instructional design certificates, etc.)
Preferred: Experience working with professional education, credentialing, continuing education, or higher education programs
Preferred: Experience with learning analytics and learner data interpretation
Preferred: Familiarity with AI-enabled content development tools
Preferred: Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Travel to CAIA’s Amherst, Massachusetts office approximately four to six times per year
Additional occasional business travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Other employee programs