Instructional Design Specialist

Constructive Dialogue Institute

. Maintain and version-control CDI’s catalog of online and live learning programs .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in instructional design and curriculum development, with a strong grounding in adult learning principles and digital accessibility standards. Proficient in managing learning content, version control, and quality assurance processes while collaborating effectively across teams.

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Instructional Design FundamentalsLearning Management System (LMS) ExperienceDigital Accessibility Standards (WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508)Content Development and RevisionQuality Assurance (QA) Process

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentVersion ControlContent ManagementQuality AssuranceWriting and Editing

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCollaborationClear CommunicationConstructive Dialogue

Tools & Technologies

CanvasMoodleArticulate RiseArticulate Storyline

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationAdult Learning PrinciplesOnline Program DesignFacilitating Adult Learners

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain and version-control CDI’s catalog of online and live learning programs
Independently manage maintenance and version control for Perspectives, CDI’s flagship online program
Manage release schedules for established live programs in coordination with the Live Programs team
Keep facilitator guides, slide decks, participant handouts, and survey items synchronized with source-content changes
Maintain Perspectives’ changelog, archive superseded versions, and ensure cohort content can be reconstructed on request
Draft and revise module text, discussion prompts, activities, and assessments for Senior Director of Education review
Support Senior Curriculum Designers on partner-facing design projects
Run pre-release QA for Perspectives with Product
Proofread content, verify links and media, check accessibility, and test learner experiences end to end
Own and organize the content feedback backlog from facilitators, partners, learner surveys, and support tickets
Categorize requests, identify recurring issues, and recommend fixes
Collaborate with the Education, Live Programs, Product, and Senior Curriculum Design teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of professional experience
At least 1+ years of experience building or maintaining learning content in instructional design, curriculum development, ed tech, or a related role
Graduate assistantships, practicums, and substantial volunteer work count
Grounding in instructional design fundamentals, including backward design, measurable learning objectives, and adult learning principles
Hands-on experience with an LMS or course-authoring tool, such as Canvas, Moodle, Articulate Rise/Storyline, or similar
Working knowledge of digital accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508
Exceptional attention to detail and strong systems skills, including a repeatable QA process and comfort with version control and documentation
Clear, accessible writing that makes complex ideas simple without making them thin
Genuine interest in constructive dialogue, viewpoint diversity, and higher education
Higher education experience, such as a center for teaching and learning or online program design (preferred)
Experience facilitating for adult learners or designing for sensitive, values-laden topics (preferred)
Must be based in the United States
Must be able to work flexibly within U.S. time zones
Must answer whether employment visa sponsorship will be required in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Unlimited paid time off
13 company holidays
Health, vision, and dental plans with employer contributions toward premiums
401(k) with 100% match on contributions, up to 3% of pay
Generous annual professional development budget
Up to $500 reimbursement for home office equipment
Up to $50/month reimbursement for home internet or cell phone expenses
Mission-driven culture characterized by intellectual humility, continuous improvement, and open-mindedness
Flexible schedule within U.S. time zones